The festive season can be testing for even financially disciplined consumers, and by the time South Africans return to work, many will have spent more than they can afford. According to René Moonsamy, chairperson of the National Debt Counselling Association, it’s a cycle that repeats itself year after year, with debt counselling enquiries spiking every […]
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In search of high-quality, distinctive gifts for family and friends? Vergelegen Wine Estate’s charming Potting Shed Gift Shop, and the Somerset West estate’s well-stocked wine tasting room, are treasure troves waiting to be explored this festive season. Even better, if you’re pressed for time, you can shop online. Potting Shed Gift Shop Situated in a
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By the time November rolls around, many families feel as though they’re crawling to the finish line. Mornings take longer, motivation dips and even small tasks can spark big emotions. According to Rachelle Dadswell, principal at SPARK Rosslyn Hub, year-end fatigue is a very real and very common phenomenon in children. She explains that it’s
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The current-generation Ford Ranger has consistently been one of South Africa’s top-selling vehicles since its launch three years ago – both in overall sales and in the crucial bakkie segment. Now, Ranger fans can look forward to a refreshed model range that adds even greater excitement and capability to this award-winning vehicle. Set for introduction
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It’s medical aid renewal season – a prime opportunity to check and adapt your healthcare plan. With only 16% of respondents in JustMoney’s recent large-scale survey, Money & Me, able to cover a R10 000 emergency, and only 27% insured for medical costs, on average, it’s crucial to ensure your healthcare package balances sufficient protection
For most South Africans, the long-awaited end-of-year summer holiday is a sacred ritual. But while the idea of everyone finally relaxing together sounds idyllic, the reality often includes a few dramatic sighs, eye rolls and tense moments on how the holiday should be spent. According to research, multigenerational travel is one of the fastest growing
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Millions of South Africans face unexpected financial shocks every year, yet many don’t realise they may already have insurance that covers their loan repayments if something unexpected happens. It’s called credit life insurance, and it can make the difference between keeping your financial footing and not being able to meet your obligations if your income
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Produced in Cape Town, the joyful animated musical David has just dropped its official trailer ahead of the film’s wide release in cinemas across South Africa and the United States on 19 December 2025. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorise a nation, a young shepherd steps forward, armed with only a sling, a few
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Birthday parties, Halloween, playdates and rugby games… these are the simple joys that define childhood. But for many South African children living with diabetes, those moments come with extra checklists, calculations and quiet worries that most of their friends never have to think about. “Childhood should be about carefree fun and discovery, not constant health
When surgeon Dr Ashley Naidoo and his colleagues were looking into how to help their patients’ wounds heal better after surgery, they discovered there was a gap in the market for skincare products that holistically support the skin’s delicate microbiome. “We found that many commercially developed skin care products don’t work in harmony with the
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