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CPI drops to its lowest level in eight years
The low consumer price inflation could lead the central bank to cut interest rates, says economists
Central banks are waking up to climate change dangers. It’s about time
To deal with climate change, central banks may have to encourage financial institutions to favour certain types of activities over others
Nigeria orders MTN to refund $8.13bn
This sanction is the latest to hit MTN since it began operations in Nigeria 17 years ago
Zim: Mobile bank shakes up industry
The recently launched mobile banking platform EcoCashSave could further shake a banking sector already reeling under financial strain.
South Africa sells $2-billion of government bonds
South Africa has sold $2-billion of 12-year bonds in overseas debt markets after boosting the size of the offering.
Economic week ahead: Chinese data to dominate
A slew of data from China and central bank decisions in the UK, Australia and Kenya will likely dominate this week's economic news.
Marcus: Further rate cuts should not be taken as a given
Gill Marcus has stated that further easing on interest rates can't be taken for granted, and are contingent on inflation and global conditions.
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Court must declare Cape Town’s ‘inhuman’ demolitions, evictions illegal, says law centre
The city argues that it is not carrying out evictions, but is acting against land invasions
Back in time to meals on wheels
Cape Town’s oldest roadhouse is hoping to make a comeback during the coronavirus lockdown. Nostalgia is the biggest seller
People’s behaviour stoking Gauteng pandemic
The active case count of Gauteng surpasses that of whole countries. Workers at clinics report a ‘concerning’ relaxation of basic health protocols
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Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES
An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow
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Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan
Balwin Properties’ Edge registration of over 16 000 units was a global first, covering more homes than any single property developer in the world to date
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Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA
SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations
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Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap
The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities
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Cheque value bundles – real value
Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities
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Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket
In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners
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Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised
SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector
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Eleven ways to protect yourself against fraud
While financial services firms work continuously to improve security, fraudsters are always devising new plans to circumvent the latest safety measures
