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Ford recalls affected Kugas

Ford recalls affected Kugas

16 January 2017

Some Ford Kuga models have a faulty component which has resulted in their engines overheating and catching alight. To address this problem the National Consumer Commission (NCC) and Ford Motor Company Southern Africa, announced a two stage plan ...

Cape Town water crisis: How bad is it?

Cape Town water crisis: How bad is it?

16 January 2017

There are many claims making the rounds regarding the ongoing water crisis in the country. Some of the claims include those stating that Cape Town only has 100 days of water left, with others warning of water-shedding. However, you need not put ...

Contract payment break with MTN

Contract payment break with MTN

9 January 2017

If you are struggling with your debt repayments you may be able to apply for a payment ‘holiday’ from certain service providers or companies, which could help you back on your feet. Local cell phone network provider MTN, for instan...

Fuel levy likely to see large increase

Fuel levy likely to see large increase

8 January 2017

According to Dawie Roodt, chief economist of the Efficient Group, motorists should expect a hike in the fuel levy this year. In addition, this year could see a higher oil price and a possibly weaker Rand. Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan will ann...

Consumers to feel drought relief

Consumers to feel drought relief

4 January 2017

According to reports, the drought that the country suffered in 2016 is over. However, that doesn’t mean that we should dance through our sprinklers for joy just yet as the impact of the drought will still be felt for a while yet...

Fuel price hike for January 2017

Fuel price hike for January 2017

2 January 2017

The year is starting off with a fuel price increase. On Friday, the Department of Energy announced that diesel and petrol prices will increase from 4 January.

Tackling your January financial concerns

Tackling your January financial concerns

2 January 2017

January can be a tough time for many people, following excessive spending in December, leaving some a bit short on cash for the first month of the year. Eunice Sibiya, head of consumer education at First National Bank (FNB), noted: “The ...

Fuel price hike expected in January

Fuel price hike expected in January

14 December 2016

According to the Automobile Association of South Africa (AA), motorists can expect to pay more for fuel in the New Year. This follows from a review of the unaudited mid-month fuel price data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF).

Pension funds made to compensate beneficiaries

Pension funds made to compensate beneficiaries

13 December 2016

The Office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator released two statements regarding incidents where pension funds had not followed the correct steps and procedures in dealing with the claims made by beneficiaries.

Five ways to avoid the festive season debt trap

Five ways to avoid the festive season debt trap

13 December 2016

It is easy to get carried away with spending over the festive season, purchasing those gifts for the special people in your life and feasting on delicacies you usually don’t have. However, this spending spree over the silly season can lea...

Medical scheme affordability a challenge for consumers

Medical scheme affordability a challenge for consumers

11 December 2016

Medical cover is often seen as a grudge purchase, as until you require medical care, you are not reaping the benefits of the cover. Added to this, Aon a risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage provider, noted that medical scheme cos...

What you should spend your bonus on

What you should spend your bonus on

8 December 2016

For those lucky enough to get a bonus this year, Justmoney offers ten tips on what you should do with it. While it is nice to spoil yourself and your loved ones, it is important to put some aside for important expenses or future financial needs.

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