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Maths “pass mark” for South Africa is 20%

Maths “pass mark” for South Africa is 20%

8 December 2016

According to a report by CapeTalk, the Department of Basic Education (DBE) has instructed public schools to make allowances for all Grade 7 to 9 pupils who have obtained 20% in mathematics, yet pass their other subjects.

Teenagers scammed out of R1 million in Plett Rage Scam

Teenagers scammed out of R1 million in Plett Rage Scam

7 December 2016

According to reports, approximately 100 matriculants were scammed out of around R1 million after an accommodation booking proofed to be a sham. The matriculants arrived in Plettenberg Bay last week for the annual Matric Rage celebration onl...

South African universities announce 2017 fee increases

South African universities announce 2017 fee increases

6 December 2016

In September, higher education and training minister, Blade Nzimade, announced that tuition fee increases for 2017 would be left to the discretion of South African universities, but would be capped at 8%. He stated these increases would not be a...

“FSB letter” used in loan scam

“FSB letter” used in loan scam

4 December 2016

The Financial Services Board (FSB) has issued a warning to the public about a scam that solicits money from unsuspecting individuals. 

Cosatu wants consumer debt to be written off

Cosatu wants consumer debt to be written off

20 November 2016

In a submission made to Parliament’s portfolio committee on Trade and Industry on Tuesday, the Congress of South African Trade Union (Cosatu) appealed to the government to cancel debt of consumers who have been victims of reckless and exp...

Could new updates revive Pokémon Go?

Could new updates revive Pokémon Go?

17 November 2016

Recent reports have claimed that the creators of Pokémon Go are releasing several exciting features within the overnight sensation app to lure back players who have stopped playing.

The advantages and disadvantages of going under debt review

The advantages and disadvantages of going under debt review

7 November 2016

Consumers often turn to debt review as a solution to their financial problems. Experts warn that applying for debt counselling should be carefully considered as there are both advantages and disadvantages.

Free data for university students

Free data for university students

30 October 2016

Telkom and Cell C are providing students from universities across South Africa with free data to access academic material after missing lecturers due to the on-going strikes.

Expected petrol price hike in November

Expected petrol price hike in November

17 October 2016

Further fuel price hikes are likely next month, according to the Automobile Association (AA), based on unaudited mid-month fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund (CEF).

Make money by renting out your car

Make money by renting out your car

16 October 2016

Over the past few years the South African unemployment rate and economy has deteriorated. Looking for alternative ways to make money, Alina Hardcastle explores the latest transport trend, RentMyRide.

FSB steers public away from FSP imposters

FSB steers public away from FSP imposters

13 October 2016

The Financial Service Board (FSB) is warning the public to steer clear of Fidelity Loan Investment (Pty), an entity claiming to be a registered financial service provider (FSP).

Making online payments with a selfie

Making online payments with a selfie

12 October 2016

Remembering your credit card pin will soon be a thing of the past as MasterCard is allowing online shoppers to take a selfie to verify their identity when making payments.

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