Over the years, DSTV has been given mixed reviews with its limited variety of shows and constant repetition. This might be the case, however, around 6.3 million South Africans are still currently subscribed to this service provider. With emerging alternatives such as Netflix and Showmax now available in SA, is DSTV losing popularity among South Africans. DSTV’s […]
Did you know that around 350 new malware apps for Android are released into the wild every hour of the day? G Data Security says that in the first quarter of 2017, more than 750,000 new malware apps for Android were discovered. Alcatel recommends Android Apps that will help you keep your personal data safe […]
At some stage in life everyone aspires to have a home of their own, but circumstances such as not earning enough income to qualify for a bond can often come in the way. Fortunately, banks do allow individuals to apply for home loans jointly to be able to realise their dreams. Dr Simphiwe Madikizela, Head […]
Despite a 33% increase in the number of customers using the FNB Banking App, who earn less than R300 000 per annum, some customers in this segment are still reluctant to take advantage of digital banking channels due to certain barriers and misconceptions. Ryan Prozesky, CEO of Value Banking Solutions at FNB says, when engaging customers […]
Today, we’re going to be focusing on a very touchy topic in South Africa and around the world… The cost of data and usage! You might find yourself paying a lot in overage charges, or find yourself throttled at the worst time. Hopefully, in this article we’ll be able to help you set up limits […]
People who are self-employed, temporary workers, artisans, vendors and tradesman who are not permanently employed can often find themselves facing huge medical bills and expenses in the unfortunate event that they are hospitalised for a couple of days. Being hospitalised also means that individuals who rely on their skills to put food on the table […]
Most consumers assume that a healthy bank account means having thousands in your account at any given time, but nothing could be further from the truth. Maintaining a healthy bank account has very little to do with how much money you have but more to do with how you manage the account. Khathu Ramoliko, Sub-Segment […]
What’s the best way to manage family loans? Be careful not to get into serious debt trying to help a family member, it’s important to set clear rules about how money is treated in the relationship. There’s always a risk that because of the family connection, repaying may be deemed unnecessary. Eunice Sibiya, Head of […]
Planning to kick back and relax on Women’s Day? Alcatel suggests some great Android apps that you can use to entertain, amuse and inform yourself. DStv Now Whether you are defrosting in the winter sun or holding down the fort at home you can stream live TV or catch up on your favourite series, movies and sport […]
Following a technical recession in Q1, and with slow economic growth forecast, South Africa can expect tough economic times ahead. But this is no reason not to start a new business, says Nedbank. Nedbank economist Busiswe Radebe says the global economic picture is uneven, with regions like the U.S. and China performing better than many […]
