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​My friend, the Trustafarian
Article
/ 21 February 2017

​My friend, the Trustafarian

Black people are taught to ‘carry’ their friends and white people learn to camouflage their wealth.

By Staff Reporter
Fast-food bill of R50k ‘not excessive’, says N Cape premier office
Article
/ 16 September 2013

Fast-food bill of R50k ‘not excessive’, says N Cape premier office

Northern Cape Premier Sylvia Lucas’s office has defended using her government credit card on reportedly buying fast food at outlets like KFC and Spur.

By Sarah Evans
Deficit rise ‘the result of low growth, not overspending’
Article
/ 1 March 2013

Deficit rise ‘the result of low growth, not overspending’

Government attempts to satisfy international credit rating agencies.

By Staff Reporter
Much goes into tracking cost of living
Article
/ 22 June 2012

Much goes into tracking cost of living

The consumer price index is as good as it gets and it cannot be dismissed lightly, writes Patrick Kelly, from StatsSA.

By Staff Reporter
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/ 9 December 2008

Tips for festive shopping

Don’t go overboard when buying gifts, writes Maya Fisher-French.

By Maya Fisher French

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