February 26, 2024

South Africa’s banks need to get better at cost controls

With South Africa’s banking sector ranking 35 out of 133 countries, the need for strategic measures to enhance efficiency is paramount. Kwaku Debra, a distinguished expert at Partners in Performance offers valuable insights to banks in an increasingly complex environment.
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February 23, 2024

A year in review: South Africa's ongoing journey after greylisting by the FATF

The 24th of February 2024 marks one year of greylisting by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) for South Africa, and it continues to grapple with the fallout. As we reflect on the last 12 months, there has been progress but the path ahead remains challenging.
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February 27, 2024

Navigating South Africa's 2024 Budget: An Expert Overview

This article synthesizes the core themes and insights from various financial experts and industry analysts, providing a comprehensive look at the government's financial strategy and its implications for taxpayers, businesses, and the broader economy.
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February 22, 2024

Nedbank & Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition Celebrates Excellence

The Nedbank & Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition, a prestigious annual event celebrating academic excellence and innovative thinking, proudly announces the winners of this year's challenge.
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February 22, 2024

Financial advice is critical to helping consumers navigate ongoing financial pressures

Lizl Budhram, Head of Advice at Old Mutual Personal Finance, says that while personal income tax and the fuel levy remain unchanged, they do not equate to any significant savings for consumers.
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February 22, 2024

Morningstar South Africa budget highlights 2024

In response to a struggling consumer, Treasury tabled no hikes to income taxes, VAT or fuel and accident levies. Instead, Treasury has decided to dip into the contingency reserves over the medium term to reduce its debt load.
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