March 27, 2026
Short-term relief vs long-term financial risk
Ronald King, Head of Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs at PSG Financial Services, warns that expanding access to retirement funds may provide short-term relief but risks undermining long-term savings discipline, potentially worsening South Africa’s retirement crisis by reducing future retirement capital and encouraging harmful withdrawal behaviours.
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March 27, 2026
Standard Bank rejects false social media claims
Kabelo Makeke, Head of Personal and Private Banking at Standard Bank South Africa, rejected allegations of misconduct relating to a historic vehicle finance case, stating they are false and baseless. He reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to ethical practices, transparency, and defending its reputation against misinformation.
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March 24, 2026
How to support financially stressed employees
Escalating US-Iran tensions are driving higher fuel costs, worsening financial strain for South Africans. Rising stress is impacting employee productivity and retention, highlighting the need for workplace financial wellness programmes to improve financial literacy, resilience, and overall workforce performance.
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March 24, 2026
Defence wins champions: Smart money habits start young
Teaching children financial discipline is essential for long-term success. By instilling habits like saving, delayed gratification, and understanding money early, parents can build strong financial “defence,” empowering the next generation to manage, grow, and protect their wealth confidently.
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March 27, 2026
Using multiple financial advisers may hurt your wealth
Mark MacSymon, Wealth Manager at Private Client Holdings (PCH), explores why diversifying financial advice is not the same as diversifying your investment portfolio
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March 19, 2026
Why financial institutions should rethink customer grievances
Customer complaints, while often overlooked, are a powerful tool for improving financial services. When handled effectively, they enhance trust, reveal valuable insights, and strengthen customer relationships, enabling institutions to refine processes, improve products, and deliver better client experiences.
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