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FNB RECEIVES FUNDING CAPACITY FROM BOTH IFC’S RISK SHARING FACILITY AND FIRST RAND BANK’S SOCIAL BOND TO EXTEND MORE LOANS TO SOUTH AFRICA’S SMES

Collen Hans1 year ago03 mins

FNB is pleased to announce it has created significant funding capacity to provide even more lending support to South African SMEs through two innovative and complimentary initiatives. Already the largest lender to SMEs in the country, FNB has signed a R1.8 billion credit risk-sharing facility with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and raised a further R2.5…

JOBURG PUTS WOMEN FIRST IN DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

Collen Hans1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

As part of the 2025/26 Integrated Development Plan (IDP) review, the City of Johannesburg hosted a dedicated stakeholder engagement session focused on women—offering a platform to voice their challenges and reflect on the City’s response to urgent calls for change. Acting Executive Mayor, Cllr Margaret Arnolds, chaired the session and highlighted how the City is intentionally…

JOBURG HEALTH URGES RESIDENTS TO PREPARE FOR WINTER WAVE

Collen Hans1 year ago1 year ago03 mins

The City of Johannesburg Health Department is urging residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their loved ones from respiratory infections as the winter season approaches. The influenza season is expected to begin within the coming weeks, and those at high risk of severe illness—such as adults aged 65 and over, individuals with underlying…

BEYOND THE HEADLINES: TARA PENNY’S AWARD-WINNING ETHOS INSPIRES A NEWSROOM CULTURE SHIFT

Collen Hans2 years ago09 mins

Radio is still as big a part of people’s lives as it was in its early days nearly a hundred years ago. But much has changed, and expectations of how presenters act have grown. Nowadays, radio is defined by the speed and urgency at which it can cover relevant topics in the moment while maintaining…

NEW TOLL ROAD PAYMENT TECHNOLOGY REDUCES FRAUD BY 90%

Collen Hans2 years ago2 years ago04 mins

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…

TAX BRACKET CREEP WILL SQUEEZE SALARIED WORKERS EVEN HARDER

Collen Hans2 years ago03 mins

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…

WHY DROPPING THE LUXURY TAX MATTERS FOR DIGITAL INCLUSION?

Collen Hans2 years ago2 years ago05 mins

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…

RUSTENBURG ENTREPRENEUR LIGHTS UP THE CANDLE MARKET WITH KANDLESBY LP

Collen Hans2 years ago2 years ago03 mins

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,…

APRIL BUDGET SQUEEZE: SOUTH AFRICANS CUT BACK ON DONATIONS AND TRAVEL AROUND EASTERS

Collen Hans2 years ago2 years ago04 mins

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 –…

FNB FORECASTS GROWTH IN EASTER SPEND DESPITE TOUGH ECONOMIC CLIMATE

Collen Hans2 years ago2 years ago05 mins

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…