32 ‘With the right approach, even the smallest business can attract, build and retain a team that performs like a powerhouse.’ Many businesses often forget to prioritise their employees, overlooking the fact…
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Here’s why VW is recalling 253 Polo sedans – Is yours included?
28 The cars were made available for sale from 11 August 2022. Volkswagen of South Africa has informed the National Consumer Commission (NCC) of a recall of 253 Polo sedans. This is…
Chinese EV brand Leapmotor gets South Africa launch date
36 Stellantis plans will launch the Leapmotor brand in South Africa in September, debuting the C10 in the local market. The C10 is an electric SUV with a petrol engine used purely…
Sim-swap fraud costing South Africa R5.3-billion a year
34 Fraud in the telecommunications sector is costing the South African economy an estimated R5.3-billion/year – and Sim swap-related attacks are a significant contributor, accounting for 60% of all mobile banking breaches….
Is Absa on a witch-hunt? ‘Leakers’ placed on leave
29 It is alleged that the leakers are denied access to the report that details the incident. Absa, one of South Africa’s banking giants, is once again making headlines for its questionable…
UN: AI data centres could soon use as much power as Japan
35 Major tech firms should commit to fully powering data centre with renewable energy by 2030, said United Nations secretary-general António Guterres. Big Tech also must be responsible in its use of…
A brighter future for South African steel?
18 Key drivers for steel include renewed public investment, an infrastructure-led recovery and rising private-sector activity in renewable energy and manufacturing. South Africa’s steel sector stands at an inflection point. After years…
Tax season: Here is why you need to prioritise filing for returns
32 If taxpayers do not claim what they are entitled to, they are leaving money behind. When most people think of tax season, they often get a headache because they believe filing…
Estimated assessments: Sars’s new ‘cash-cow-grabbing’ norm?
37 Provision in the Tax Administration Act may be subject to abuse. The South African Revenue Service (Sars) has the power to raise estimated assessments when the information supplied by a taxpayer…
Must-listen finance podcasts that will change how you think about money
45 PICTURE: PEXELS In today’s economy, managing your money sensibly is more crucial than ever. However, a lot of people are intimidated by complicated financial terms or are unsure of where to…