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The Current Financial Reality of South African Women

The Current Financial Reality of South African Women & What They Can Do to Improve Their Money Situations National Women’s Month 2022 “August is a special tribute to and a celebration of South African women. They are truly remarkable – they juggle various responsibilities, including managing their money situations. And, when it comes to their

National Savings Month

South African Consumers’ Biggest Financial Concern Is Not Being Able to SAVE for Anything

The Struggle is Real: South African Consumers’ Biggest Financial Concern Is Not Being Able to SAVE for Anything The 1400+ participants of DebtSafe’s “South African Consumers’ Financial Reality” June 2022 survey results provide various insights concerning their current financial situation. “Consumers are experiencing dire financial times, and thus, #SavingsMonth is no celebration this year. With

#YouthMonth: “Help Create in Us a Money-Savvy Youth, South Africa”

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The concept of money is a fundamental skill that any adult, parent, guardian, family member or teacher can help teach our young ones. It does not only offer a victorious situation for the youth and their future financial decision-making, but it is also a win for South Africa’s economy and prosperity.

DebtSafe’s age-by-age guide contains practical ideas and considerations to help grown-ups with this imperative task.

Economic Recovery Gaining Momentum      

By Dr. Roelof Botha, Economic Advisor to the Optimum Investment Group Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is causing an extension of Covid-induced supply-side disruptions around the globe, with airfreight charges between Europe and Asia already increasing at a rate of knots. The international financial system is now facing a liquidity risk due to the freezing of

Your Rights Concerning Credit & When Over-Indebted

This month, DebtSafe is focusing on raising consumer rights awareness. Every year Consumer Rights Day is observed and celebrated on 15 March. And, it seems only appropriate to remind you and your fellow South African consumers that you have rights when it comes to taking out credit and that you CAN reclaim control of your

Relationship Upkeep 101

Relationship Care

Be Open About DEBT & Reach Financial Goals Together “When it comes to taking care of your romantic relationship (involving the money side of things), you have to consider two essential aspects. Firstly, having regular discussions and open communication about your financial or DEBT situation, and secondly, proactively taking on the best solution(s) together as

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