The CitizenMany parents are financially stressed about back-to-school costs
A rise in the cost of school fees, uniforms, stationary, transport and food have less than half parents optimistic about the coming years.
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The CitizenThe CitizenDiscovery to cough up after major medication claims mistake
When Discovery discovered its processing mistake, it emailed members to inform them of their debt, which is estimated to be R20 000 on average.
The CitizenShould Discovery forgo admin fees for claims-error-affected members?
Of course members ought to have paid, but the administrator needs to take some pain too.
The CitizenLower fuel prices will not lift heavy debt burden for South Africans in 2026
Going to bed tonight knowing that fuel will cost less tomorrow will not make life any better for consumers when they wake up.
The CitizenCan Discovery Health really ask you to pay back the money? What you need to know about medical aid’s claims error
Members owe the scheme between R22 000 and R37 000.
The CitizenDiscovery medical aid mistake to cost members thousands
An error on Discovery’s systems affected the way that certain prescription and over-the-counter medicines were processed in 2025.
The CitizenPetrol price decrease on the cards for Januworry
The petrol price changes will take effect on 7 January 2026.
The CitizenInsurance Association urges homeowners to storm-proof properties as severe weather intensifies
South Africa’s shifting summer weather is forcing homeowners to rethink how they maintain their properties to minimise storm damage.
The CitizenNot much ho-ho-ho for most South Africans
The survey results also reveal that a major portion of households (39%) cannot afford to celebrate the festive season at all this year.
The CitizenHow to make December a no-debt month
With so much financial uncertainty around, more debt can make your life even more difficult
The CitizenNedbank sent back to school over botched attempt to recover BMW debt
There’s a lesson here for others in the same situation – always challenge the banks’ accounting.
The CitizenHow to ensure your home is safe while you’re away
There is more chance of your house being burgled when you are away - but there are steps you can take to reduce the concern
The CitizenBuying a home? These are the numbers you should know
Before making an offer for a home, there are certain figures you need to calculate
The CitizenHow to slay the retirement dragon
Retirement is not what it used to be. It has changed from a time of your life you could sit back and relax to a dragon constantly blowing fire down your neck.
The CitizenHere’s your cheat sheet for a debt-free festive season
As many as 40% of South Africans admit to going into debt during the festive season
The CitizenWhat your R370 Sassa SRD grant can buy at Shoprite
For the 8.7 million people who have to survive on a Sassa SRD grant, the only gift they want is for their family to go to bed on a full tummy.
The CitizenDebt trap or peace of mind: Tips to make the right choices on Black Friday
Few have the money to just go out and spend. Will the ones who say they buy nothing on Black Friday be the winners?
The CitizenBlack Friday is no longer about luxuries but about survival
Black Friday took off in South Africa at first, but now this American-inspired sale has become more of a lifeline for broke consumers.
The CitizenG20 declaration: Leaders agree to help keep low-income countries’ debt manageable
The G20 was essentially established with a focus of making the global economy more fair and stable, which includes helps less developed countries.
The CitizenBlack Friday risks: Buy now and pay a lot more later
Buy now, pay later is a convenient way to pay if you do not have the cash, but it can come with risks
The CitizenControllers of the national purse support Eskom’s municipal debt plan
Distribution agreements to be rolled out despite the limited and questionable results achieved so far.
The CitizenHow to choose the right medical aid scheme cover for 2026
With medical aid scheme contributions increasing, balancing affordability and protection is important.
The CitizenHow to avoid debt ruining your sleep this festive season
Those Christmas carols in the shops are urging consumers to spend, spend, spend. This is how you can control your spending.
The CitizenIncreasing medical aid scheme costs in 2026 mean more pain for South Africans
Medical aid scheme members will face premium increases of twice or more the inflation rate
The CitizenCall for SRD grant and Nsfas recipients to be banned from gambling – Here’s how
'That money is destined for other things and should achieve those end goals in terms of what the government wants to do.'
The CitizenBank of the wealthy: CEO costs R76m, staff earn at least R22k per month
There is no bank in South Africa that offers less than R20 000 per month as minimum pay.
The CitizenThe top 5 insurance myths you should immediately forget
Believing these myths can cost you a pretty penny
The CitizenNew Pension Funds Adjudicator appointed
The new Pension Funds Adjudicator takes over from Muvhango Lukhaimane, who sat in the hot seat since 1 June 2013.
The CitizenReport finds most households make financial decisions based on their own knowledge
You need to have a focused mindset to reach a certain desirable goal.
The CitizenTshwane won’t appeal order to backdate salary increases
But this is a R2bn shock ‘it cannot withstand’.