With youth unemployment at 46.1%, SMEs are stepping in to drive change. Lawrance Ramotala of Business Partners Limited highlights how small businesses are empowering young South Africans through jobs, mentorship, funding, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship—building both livelihoods and lasting impact.
Not All Insurance is Created Equal! The founding partners of Cross Country Insurance Consultants realised this and set out to create an insurance product specifically for the 4×4 market.
PSG Konsult is seeking approval to change its name to PSG Financial Services. The proposed change, which is subject to regulatory and shareholder approval, is aligned to the firm’s growth aspirations.
According to the findings of ASISA’s 2022 Life and Disability Insurance Gap Study, 14.3 million income earners in South Africa only had sufficient life and disability insurance to cover 45% of the total needs of households.
Standard Bank is backing an innovative initiative designed to recognise owner-run retail business that are driving the growth of South Africa’s township economy.
As a former Minister of Finance, Nene brings a wealth of experience gained in policy formation for the broader financial services sector at a national level.
From 1 March 2023, the tax-free amount that can be taken as a lump sum payout from a retirement fund increased by 10%, from R25 000 to R27 500 before retirement, and from R500 000 to R550 000 at retirement.
This 8-part series shares the remarkable journeys of inspiring South Africans who have harnessed change to make a tremendous positive impact in their respective communities.
