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Two million South Africans still fail to stay out of debt
Credit amnesty has mixed results, with some managing their debt better and others failing to repay home loans, vehicle loans and credit cards.
Storm set to erupt between SA e-commerce players, banks
A storm looks set to rock the online scene as some of SA's largest e-commerce players square up against banking powers over online fraud detection.
No food, but we have TVs
As costs keep rising, South Africans keep buying assets but they borrow money so that they can eat, writes Lisa Steyn.
Time to get a little thrifty with your wallet
The NCR says the latest credit market statistics suggest a need for caution as the number of consumers with impaired credit records jumped by 100 000.
How our credit cards have destroyed our achievements
By making everything more accessible and immediate, have credit cards removed our sense of achievement in acquiring those experiences or goods?
Consumers cautious with their credit cards
Standard Bank says fewer credit-card holders are defaulting and most are spending more responsibly.
Should I get a credit card or not?
Having a credit card can help to increase your affordability. But only if you use it wisely.
Compare your credit card rates
The rates charged by banks on credit cards vary dramatically so it is worth shopping around. I noticed this when comparing my two credit cards.
Debit cards boosted by NCA
The rising popularity of debit cards complements the traditional credit card market.
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Health worker infections have risen to 170 at state and private hospitals and two healthcare staff succumb to the disease in a space of seven days
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