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Row over medical scheme merger
The amalgamation of Sizwe Medical Aid and Hosmed Medical Scheme, two major black-owned companies, has hit an unexpected hurdle
The NHI Bill is ‘not doom and gloom’
In a panel discussion hosted by the M&G, experts broke down what the NHI will practically mean for consumers
Are the medical aids really fleecing you?
There's good news and bad news when it comes to PMBs.
Medical aids may know their fate by 2020 under the National Health Insurance
Government and medical aids may be uncomfortable but necessary bedfellows.
Council for medical schemes contravened treasury regulations – AG
The AG's report has found that the Council for Medical Schemes failed to comply with laws governing the financial management of public entities.
Independent pharmacies take on medical aid ‘bullies’
Community chemists say racial profiling and gated network are putting them out of business.
Comment: Restore medical aids to good health
Private healthcare is meant to support public health, but it must be kept in check.
Whistle-blowers ‘being targeted’
The fallout from the dirty war being fought in South Africa's R85-billion-a-year health insurance industry grew this week.
Renaissance Health ailing
The woes of Renaissance Health Medical Scheme continue as the joint liquidators of the scheme have instituted action.
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Locally built ventilators ready in two weeks as Covid cases rise
The companies making the non-invasive devices, which will create jobs and are cheaper than other types, include car and diving manufacturers
Demolition of hope in Hangberg
The City of Cape Town in June twice knocked down structures on land allocated for other purposes. The city says these were not evictions; residents ask why no police are available for rapes and murders
Sassa disses disability grant applicants
Towards the end of level four of the lockdown, Sassa offices reopened for applications for old age pensions and childcare and foster care grants, but not for disability grants
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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
