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Could strong GDP growth lift SA out of junk status? Bank of America weighs in
Bank of America forecasts that South Africa could improve its credit ratings by up to two notches by 2025, contingent on stronger GDP growth and reduced debt burdens.
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana tells WEF SA could be out of junk status by 2027, but how will this impact you?
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana outlines South Africa's plans to regain its investment-grade credit rating by 2027 and discusses the implications of junk status on the economy and citizens.
Woman who claims unknown man forced her to take loans and robbed her, ordered to pay it back
The woman said she forced by an unknown man to take loans at various banks including R13,000 from African Bank.
Middle class and high income consumers are struggling to pay off their debts
The Experian Consumer Default Index has revealed that middle-class and rich consumers are having a hard time paying off their debts.
Start building your financial reputation from the first pay day
What you do with your first salary payment is important.
YOUTH MONTH: How young people can make the most of their salaries
It’s important to educate people from a very young age about the pitfalls of credit agreements and for them to adopt healthy money habits early on – from their very first salary.
S&P puts Eskom on credit watch after government announced debt relief measures
Rating agency S&P Global has placed Eskom on credit watch positive, following the announcement by the National Treasury of debt relief measures for Eskom in February.