Why SA should care as parties clash over November 21 shutdown proposal
The U.S. shutdown saga returns, and South Africa’s wallet isn’t immune. We unpack how a November 21 deadline in Washington can nudge the rand, rates, and your next grocery bill.
Liz Thorne
Smart shopper's playbook - accumulate discounts, shipping, and returns easy-peasy
Your grocery till slip, your bank card, and your delivery driver all owe you money. Here’s how to collect.
Best phones in South Africa right now without the premium tag
Premium specs without the premium guilt. South Africa’s mid-range phones are carrying the game in 2025.
FSCA-licensed or no-go? A pocket guide to South Africa’s CASP regime
The FSCA isn’t here to ban crypto; it’s here to put it in a suit and tie. Whether that’s good for your portfolio depends on who you trade with.
Your first crypto buy done right; KYC, fees, spreads, and a 30-minute wallet drill
Buying crypto in South Africa isn’t rocket science, but it’s also not a tap-and-go. Here’s how to dodge rookie mistakes in under an hour.
Rates on hold, inflation cooling; what this means for your bond and budget
Cooling inflation is nice, but it doesn’t pay for your Woolies groceries.
Memecoin Madness and what every millennial investor should know
It started as jokes on the internet. Now, it's worth billions. Memecoins are either a goldmine or a cautionary tale for South African investors.