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President Zuma shares reconciliation lessons with Sri Lanka
International relations
President Jacob Zuma used his recent visit to Sri Lanka to share South Africa’s experience in national reconciliation.
SA, DRC talk business, energy
International relations
South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are working together to generate clean energy from the Congo River.
Thuthuka Fund helps churn out more accountants
Youth matters
Becoming a chartered accountant (CA) was never part of Tokelo Sekese’s plans.
Thusano Fund gives youngsters a second chance
Youth matters
Puleng Molebatsi has had a difficult life but believes a better future is ahead of her after she received a bursary from the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA).
Renewable energy powers SA to cleaner future
Infrastructure
South Africa is taking s teps to produce renewable energy to meet its increasing energy needs and reduce its reliance on coal-powered power stations.
President Zuma pleased with E Cape projects
Infrastructure
Mthatha is a developing city with good prospects of competing against established cities like Johannesburg in the future.
Domestic violence: what to do
16 Days of Activism
If you are in an abusive relationship or a child in your care is being abused, you can take steps to protect yourself or the child by approaching the courts. The Domestic Violence Act gives victims of domestic violence the maximum protection the law can provide.
What you need to know about loans
During the festive season it is tempting to overspend and end up having to borrow money from loan sharks and credit institutions.
The National Credit Regulator (NCR) advises consumers to limit their debts and only borrow money from credible institutions.
According to the NCR, consumers should only borrow money from NCR-registered credit providers and stay away from loan sharks who charge excessive interest.
Play it safe to beat ATM crime
It is the festive season and criminals are on the prowl, looking to rob you of your hard-earned cash.
To make sure you do not become a victim, it is important to stay alert and know what to look out for.
Chief Executive Officer of the South African Banking Risk Information Centre (SABRIC) Kalyani Pillay explains that criminals commit ATM crimes - bank card related crimes that take place close to ATMs – at specific times.