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Report shows huge costs, job loss take toll on domestics
Inflation and the broader cost-of-living crisis are taking an immense financial and mental toll on South Africa’s domestic workers. That’s one of the standout findings from the seventh annual SweepSouth Report on Pay and Working Conditions for Domest
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Hybrid working way to go
After the pandemic, the inevitable result was that the economy suffered severely, and many businesses were struggling to remain afloat. Thirty-six percent of companies reported having laid off staff during level-five restrictions, and the same percen
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Finance Minister delivers election-year Budget
The Budget Speech, as expected, contained few surprises despite the challenges faced by the domestic economy. Given that it is an election year, Mr Godongwana [Enoch Godongwana, Minister of Finance] did not raise personal-income tax rates, but also d
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Stay true to yourself
In my time I’ve learnt to cherish the present and not dwell on the past, reflect and savour the precious moments life has to offer, be determined in pursuit of my goals, and be resilient in the face of adversity.…
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Weskus chamber
The Weskus Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual general meeting (AGM) on Wednesday 13 March at the Langebaan Boutique Hotel.
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Cape land reform a success
Western Cape Provincial Minister of Agriculture Ivan Meyer, on Monday, released a research report by an independent research company, Phuhlisani Solutions.
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Travel insurance tips for the 7 main risk factors
One key travel item that South Africans shouldn’t forget as they get ready for their year-end international adventures, is travel insurance – to safeguard against potential issues such as trip cancellations, interruptions, baggage losses or emergency