The introduction of a new online toll solution from FNB is revolutionising toll road payments, and reducing fraud related to toll road payment methods. Traditional payment methods on toll roads were inconvenient for motorists and vulnerable to abuse and fraud. Fraudsters were, with little effort, able to abuse the system in various ways. There were…
Ordinary South Africans will effectively face a tax increase because the government has once again, decided not to adjust personal income tax brackets to keep up with the rising cost of living. This is according to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. This means that as prices go up and workers get small salary increases just to keep…
Ernst Wittmann In a bold and commendable move, South Africa’s government has decided to remove the 9% ad valorem (luxury) tax on smartphones priced at R2,500 or less. This significant policy shift marks a pivotal moment in the country’s quest for digital inclusion, especially for low-income households who face the harsh reality of an unequal…
Lesego Pitso, a 23-year-old entrepreneur from Rustenburg, has launched KandlesbyLP a bespoke candle company blending artistry, wellness, and personalized fragrance. Driven by a passion for scent and a desire to create unique, high-quality products, Pitso is filling a gap in both the mainstream and luxury candle markets. KandlesbyLP candles are crafted using locally sourced ingredients,…
With several long weekends, school holidays, and first-quarter fatigue setting in, South Africans seem to be taking time off in April to travel. Consumers also become a little more generous around this time – but not as much as before. Standard Bank data shows an uptick in spending on donations and charity in April –…
As travel and family gatherings are traditionally the hallmarks of the Easter holiday period, FNB data forecasts increased spend over this period, led by accommodation, flights, fuel, DIY and hardware, as well as clothing categories. The bank notes that, last year, it saw an increase of 7.41% YOY in spend during the height of the…
Ordinary South Africans will effectively face a tax increase because the government has once again, decided not to adjust personal income tax brackets to keep up with the rising cost of living. This is according to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. This means that as prices go up and workers get small salary increases just to keep…
As South Africa’s first mechanic-focused rewards platform, Castrol FastScan has gained significant traction, passing 1 440 member sign-ups in less than six months since it was launched in October 2024. The rapid adoption signals strong demand for a platform that not only rewards mechanics for their loyalty to one of South Africa’s leading lubricants brands…
How does one define leadership? Well, it’s not about a corner office, a job title, or a fancy title behind your name. Rather, leadership is influence. Period. It’s how you show up, how you impact others, and how you move people toward a vision – whether running a global business, managing a team or practising self-leadership….
The Rand Show 2025 is proud to announce the return of one of its most impactful and empowering offerings — the Public Sector Hall, which will once again take centre stage in Hall 5 of the Johannesburg Expo Centre from 17 to 21 April 2025. This dedicated space will host a wide range of government departments,…
