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It’s My House: Things To Know About Rental Payment Before Signing A Lease

Even when they have a written lease, tenants are often uncertain about what their monthly rent includes, especially if they are renting a flat or townhouse in a sectional title complex. Nthato Raboshaga, a Property Analyst talks to us about what to check in terms of rent before you sign…

18 Jan 2022 8AM 21 min

Let’s Talk Innovation: Security Risks That Come With Use Of Qr Codes

QR codes are seen as an easy tool for cybercriminals, as people are eager to scan them to see what is revealed. They may be a tool that is used more often now to streamline payments and a fun way to share information. If you think about it, QR codes…

18 Jan 2022 8AM 13 min

The Brent Oil traded near the highest intraday level since 2014

NJ Ayuk, an Energy Expert and CEO Of Centurion Law Group talks to us about how Brent oil traded near the highest intraday level since 2014 as the market tightened and concerns about the impact of omicron eased. Futures in London held at about $86 a barrel after a fourth…

17 Jan 2022 8AM 20 min

Lesedi Volunteer Awards

We look at the deep impact that doing good has on the life of a volunteer, with the aim of encouraging others to get involved in volunteerism. Reagan Meyer, Lesedi Spirit Of Volun-Teering’ Award Winner, Founding Director At Training4changes, and Management Accountant At Metropolita.

17 Jan 2022 8AM 10 min

Careers Corner: Why Your Financial Plan And Career Plan Should Align

Your financial plan needs to sponsor and propel your career path, and your career path needs to enable your financial plan. Just as your career is often a major contributor to your income which makes up the backbone of your financial plan; the amount you allocate to career advancement in…

17 Jan 2022 8AM 19 min

Planning For Unexpected Education Costs In 2022

According to Stats SA, education fees increased by 4.1% in 2021, compared to 6.4% in 2020. Primary and secondary school fees increased by 2.5% and 4.3% respectively in 2021 (compared with 7.3% and 7.6% in 2020). While many parents will have enjoyed a temporary reprieve, as 2021 annual increases were…

17 Jan 2022 8AM 18 min

Wealth Creation: How To Create Wealth With Stokvel

We focus on how stokvels can register easyequities, crypto etc, a shift towards investment-focused stokvels, and lots more with Palesa Lengolo, a Finance Professional, Educator and Investor.

17 Jan 2022 8AM 11 min

Inside Your Pocket: Tips to Reset Your Finances In 2022

What are your financial goals for this year? Maybe you are planning to pay off all your loan, get a car, buy a house, start buying stocks, investing in your children’s education? The National Credit Regulator (NCR) encourages consumers to make savings one of their New Year’s resolutions in order…

13 Jan 2022 8AM 22 min

What can we expect from the World Economic Forum?

As we are heading towards the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland taking place between 17 and 21 January 2022 Spiros Fatouros, CEO of Marsh Africa joins us on the line to discuss the Global Risk Report and the outcomes highlighted in the report and what it means for SA.

13 Jan 2022 8AM 14 min

Pivot Point: The Future of Freight Rail in SA

Mesela Nhlapo is Chief Executive Officer of the African Rail Industry Association, having headed its predecessor, the Rail Road Association of South Africa. Holding a BCom in Marketing and an LLB degree, she has more than 20 years of experience in manufacturing and technical business development. She joins us on…

13 Jan 2022 8AM 13 min

Gen-Z’s are less likely to put the phone down on a call centre agent

Often working alone from home, call center agents play a vital role in keeping customers informed, easing their anxieties and supporting the organizations they represent. A customer experience survey carried out by BPO provider, Merchants, found that the number of consumers who requested helpful call centre agents and praised them…

13 Jan 2022 8AM 10 min

Ekasinomics: Limpopo Mathematician Launch His Own Calculator Brand

At first, Mothupi Kgopa started buying calculators for the pupils who didn't have them. But soon the exercise became too pricy and he realised that was the reason his pupils were struggling with getting calculators, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. This is what inspired him to launch his own scientific…

12 Jan 2022 8AM 16 min

The True Cost Of Sick Leave

The state has spent more than R14bn on public servants who have taken sick or incapacity leave since the outbreak of Covid-19, highlighting the enormous cost of the pandemic. This was revealed by public service and administration minister Ayanda Dlodlo in a written parliamentary response published this week. Andrew Levy,…

12 Jan 2022 8AM 7 min

Will Imessage Move To Android?

Some young people feel social pressure to own iPhones so they have full access to Apple's messaging service iMessage, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. When iPhone users exchange messages using iMessage they appear in blue bubbles, whereas messages sent to iPhones from users of Google's Android…

12 Jan 2022 8AM 6 min

How To Start A Coal Transportation Business

Peter Manjor, Veteran Mining Engineer, Fund Manager And Analyst speaks to us about the things to consider when starting a coal transportation business, the daily demands in the industry, and lots more.

12 Jan 2022 8AM 12 min

Inside Your Business: Tips For Developing A Strong Business Strategy

Whether you’re leading a business or a business unit, or working as a freelancer, mastering business strategy is key to your success. And the end of a year and the start of a new one is a great time to create or revisit your strategy. Tara Turkington, CEO Of Flow…

12 Jan 2022 8AM 13 min

Legally Speaking: New Minimum Wage Proposed For Sa

The Department of Employment of Labour has called for comment on a new minimum wage target for South Africa in 2022. Under the National Minimum Wage (NMW) Act, the National Minimum Wage Commission annually assesses and reviews the minimum wage. The minister of Employment and Labour, Thulas Nxesi, then determines…

12 Jan 2022 8AM 19 min

Global Potato Shortage Crisis: Is SA Affected?

In some parts of the world, a shortage of potatoes is causing a French fries crisis. The South African agricultural sector in 2021 experienced harsh, icy weather, which affected potato harvests and compromised the quality of cultivars used to make slap chips and crisps. We discuss how SA affected by…

11 Jan 2022 8AM 19 min

What are the Best And Worst Mobile Networks In South Africa?

MTN has been named the best mobile network in South Africa in the MyBroadband Insights annual 2021 Mobile Network Quality Report. The report ranks South Africa’s mobile networks and awards the best network in each major city. MTN reigned supreme in all major South African cities, with one exception -…

11 Jan 2022 8AM 13 min

It’s My House: What to Do Once You Have Paid Off Your Home Loan/Bond

Settling your home loan account is a huge financial accomplishment. However, your home loan account is not closed automatically once you have paid up your home loan – a bond cancellation process needs to be followed. Matseleng Mogodi, a Principal Estate Agent At Snooks Estates joins us to discuss.

11 Jan 2022 8AM 26 min