How US Politics Could Hit Your Pocket in South Africa The U.S. has announced steep tariffs (extra taxes) on goods imported from South Africa, including vehicles and auto parts. These tariffs make South African products more expensive for American buyers, which could mean fewer exports from our side
Youth Day: A Celebration of Growth, Values, and the Future June 16th marked Youth Day in South Africa—an opportunity not just to reflect on history but to celebrate the boundless potential of young minds.
The Magic of Compound Interest: How Young South Africans Can Grow Their Wealth If you could save ten thousand per month with a 10% interest rate, how long would it take to save one million rand? If you had a debt of one million rand, with a 10% interest rate, and you paid ten thousand rand every month, how long would it take to pay it off?
2025 Budget Insights Made Easy On 12 March 2025, the Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, delivered the highly anticipated National Budget Speech. In the 2025 South African budget, the government plans to increase the Value Added Tax (VAT), while personal income tax brackets and rebates remain unchanged, effectively increasing taxes due to inflation
Understanding the Value of our Public Holidays Public holidays in South Africa are far more than mere breaks from school or work; they are living reminders of our shared history, struggles, victories, and aspirations.
