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COMMENTS ON DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS PLENARY SESSION

The South African Department of Human Settlements (DHS) declared October - Habitat Month as the International community celebrated International Habitat Day on Monday, 5 October 2015. Habitat Day reflects on the current state of our cities and towns and all citizens basic human right to appropriate shelter.

CREDIT INDUSTRY CONSUMER EDUCATION – OFFICIAL STATEMENT

It is common course that unacceptable numbers of borrowers are in a situation where they can’t manage their debts because of over-indebtedness.

TOP STRATEGIES FOR SHORT TERM AND LONG TERM SAVINGS

Saving money is a necessary and commendable goal, but it isn't just about depositing your pennies into the bank.

IN 2010 BRICS WAS ESTABLISHED INCLUDING SOUTH AFRICA

One of the most critical outcomes of the BRICS initiative is the decision taken to establish a BRICS Development Banks.

HOW TO APPLY FOR YOUR SOUTH AFRICAN SMART ID CARD AT YOUR LOCAL BANK

The Department of Home Affairs launched its Smart ID pilot programme with FNB and Standard Bank on 30 September.

ANNUAL UNESCO INTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAY – SEPTEMBER 2015

Literacy is a fundamental human right and the foundation for lifelong learning.

WOMEN AND FINANCE – BUDGETING BASICS FOR WOMEN

It used to be that money management was considered the domain of the breadwinning male. Women would manage the household and generally avoid discussing money matters, as it was usually a contentious issue to address with their partners, but times have changed.

NATIONAL TREASURY LAUNCHES TAX FREE SAVINGS ACCOUNTS (TFSA)

On the 1st march 2015, South Africa’s National Treasury launched the first tax free savings accounts (TFSAs).

THE 4TH ANNUAL TREK4MANDELA BASA EXECUTIVE CLIMB – 2015

Trek4Mandela Kilimanjaro Challenge 2015 raises funds to ensure that 270 000 girl children will not miss a day of school.

FINANCIAL LITERACY SPELLING BEE ACTIVATION MPUMALANGA – 2015

Mpumalanga learners are in for a special treat this coming Youth Month - June, when The Banking Association South Africa and StarSaver™ hosts the 2nd FinLit Spelling Bee.