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Uncertainty isn’t a distant storm - it’s a Category 5 hurricane battering our doorstep. Global markets tremble, geopolitical tensions boil, and in South Africa, a stalled VAT hike signals deeper economic fragility. After years of steering risk governance and strategy, one truth stands firm: the future belongs not to those…

Volatility in share, bond, and exchange rate markets is set to prevail for a long time. The sudden back-paddle of President Donald Trump's tariff calls, by decreasing tariffs to most countries back to only 10% (except for China), was, as expected, a sign that he called the bluff of all…

New bank loans in China rebounded more than expected in March, recovering from a sharp drop the previous month, as policymakers pledge to ramp up stimulus to buttress the world's second-largest economy against an escalating trade war with the US.Chinese banks extended 3.64 trillion yuan (RR9.25 trillion.) in new yuan loans in March, according to Reuters calculations based…

Banele GinidzaThe fortunes of aluminium component manufacturers in South Africa's aviation industry hang on a balance from ripple effects of global supply chain disruptions arising from the US import tariffs. The integration of the local industry is sturdy enough to take up opportunities arising from the US' as the industry waits…

Money Values Matter Creating a lasting financial legacy isn’t just about leaving money to your children—it’s about teaching them how to manage it responsibly and understand its purpose. Henri Le Grange, Certified Financial Planner® at Old Mutual Personal Finance, warns that accumulating assets is only half the battle in building generational…

For many South Africans, the Easter holidays mean cross-country camping trips or coastal escapes with caravans or trailers in tow. The open road spells freedom, relaxation, and adventure, but travellers should also take steps to protect themselves from the risks of road accidents and theft from unexpected weather damage. Caravans and…

It is well within the powers of the South African Revenue Services (Sars) to limit a taxpayer’s right to travel outside the Republic. A section in the Tax Administration Act (TAA) has a provision whereby a senior Sars official can even require “the taxpayer to surrender his or her passport…

Operations at six Master’s Offices across South Africa have come to a near standstill after key leadership positions were left vacant at the end of March. The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has not yet renewed or appointed replacements for several critical roles, including that of the…

The Easter holiday season is upon us, and for many South Africans, it’s a time to hit the road, reunite with loved ones, and explore the country’s breathtaking destinations.According to local travel stats published by the South African Tourism Department, domestic travel has surged in the last couple of years, with nearly…

The spectre of diplomatic strife between South Africa and the United States looms heavily over the upcoming Presidential G20 Summit to be held in Johannesburg later this year, particularly as the diplomatic tensions between the two countries continue to harden.  Over the weekend, US President Donald Trump took to his Truth…