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Unpacking the South African Budget Speech 2023/2024

The 2023/2024 Budget Speech is out and we've got all the information you need on how it will affect us, as South Africans. From our petrol tanks to our pockets, we have what you need to know! Below we have a video of our webinar, where we unpacked what the Speech means for South Africans in "real" terms. We also have downloadable sources for you, including the Tax Guide and our 2023/2024 SA Budget Infographic.
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VAS A human right and the greatest gift of all 2023 Feature

Learning to love learning

Our constitution enshrines our right to education as one of the basic human rights. Internationally, it is protected under the Convention of rights of the child, because it is the most precious gift we can give. Not only does it keep on giving, but it can never be taken from you.
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Health The way of the future 2023 Feature

Are we doing justice to our health?

We look at the state of health care post pandemic, and how we manage the impossible choices many of make to afford health care.
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Funeral There is love after death 2023 Feature

Is there Love after Death?

Special days are often the hardest when you're grieving, but there can be unexpected light at the end of that very lonely tunnel.
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Legal POA 2023 Feature

ANCs, POAs, and the other acronyms of true love

Whether it’s ANCs, POAs, CAs, your LWT, or yet another string of letters you’ve never heard of, there can be a pile of paperwork that goes into joining your life with someone else’s. Whether you are thinking marriage and all its available forms in SA, or if you would prefer to live together without getting the government involved, or even if you are already married and looking at the ultimate bond, we are here to help you find the right agreement for you.
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Legal You Feb 2023 Feature

Legal&You February 2023

February is the month of love, and we have some fascinating reads on the many different kinds of love and its surprisingly close cousins, equity and justice.
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Legal You October 2022 Feature

Legal&You January

We want to be there when you build your better future. With these easy check lists for your legal, financial and physical fitness, we will be with you every step of the way.
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Funeral the admin of deathg Feature

The Admin of Death

Losing loved ones can be debilitating, but you can find the strength to step up and make their last wishes a reality. If your loss has you quite lost with no idea of what to do, you can use this list to help you focus.
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Legal Go legit Feature

5 ways to get legit

These are the top five ways that you can make the law work for you and your future.
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Legal You October 2022 Feature

Legal&You December

December is here, and it is a great time to reflect on the year that has passed and plan for the future. We wish you and your family the very best holiday season and happy New Year. Soon, many of us will be traveling home or going away, seeing friends and family we haven’t seen in a while. The pressure is on for fun and excitement and then some relaxation and recovery, in time for January.
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Health Ke Dezemba Feature

Happy Holidays: A Goal and a Reality

It has been quite a year and there is a definite sense of anticipation as the holiday season approaches. But are you excited or relieved? Either way Mzansi, it will all be ok. We’re doing better than we think we are.
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Health Ke Dezemba Feature

Ke Dezemba Binge

South Africans already know that we have a slightly fraught relationship with substance abuse. As a country, long accused of a “missing middle” in one way or another, we really doubled down on the “go big or go home” way of life.
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Funeral Life is for living Feature

Life is for the living: Grief & Guilt

Letting go is hard. It's even harder if we feel guilty for learning to live again after losing a loved one.
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Legal Travel safe Feature

Nihambe kakuhle, veilig ry and travel safe

December is usually a slightly scary time on our roads, but there are a few extra things that we should consider before we embark, whether on private or public transport.
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Legal Social Media law Feature

Webinar: Black Fridays Deals- Are they really Life or Debt?

A fascinating discussion on the tricks and traps around the festive deals that encourage us to spend our time and money, when we really should be saving both! Warrick McCabe, one of our debt advisors, explains the importance of budgeting, communication and sorting out our Needs from our Wants.
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Legal Social Media law Feature

Black Friday Deals - Are they really Life or Debt?

The hype around Black Friday is everywhere. We look forward to the huge sales and even spend money we might not have, because we believe these are great savings. What if they're not? We look at the deals and the savings and decide.
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Health Red Ribbon Month Feature

Red Ribbons for a Reason

November is Red Ribbon Month, and we wear our ribbons to raise awareness and stand in solidarity with those who live with HIV and AIDS. This year, we hope you also wear it with hope and an appreciation that, while there is much to do, we are actually making progress.
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Funeral The Digital Dead Feature

The Digital Dead

We all know that your social media profiles remain active after you're gone. Do you want them to be available for your family and friends to remember you? Or do you want them, and all your data, deleted? These are latest additions to the questions we have to ask when planning our estates.
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