Madness! Eskom Proposes Electricity Hike Of 44% For Next Year
This could mean that a household with an average electricity consumption of 900kWh per month could see their bill increase by R1,600 per month.
Meet Generation Stay-At-Home – More Young People Are Shunning The Nightlife
A survey has revealed that 71% of people in their early 20s are shunning the active nightlife scene and preferring to rather stay home.
You Know The Rolling Blackouts Are More Serious When Pick N Pay’s Chairperson Is Worried About Food Shortages And Social Unrest
While our politicians are fighting about who to blame for the lack of power in this country, our supermarkets are struggling to keep enough food on the shelves to feed the people.
Capitec Data Shows That South Africans Are Getting Poorer
And we’re not even talking about Tuesday when Capitec clients opened their accounts on payday only to find a heart-and-gut-wrenching bank balance of R0,0.
South Africa’s Food Security Could Be On The Rocks Soon
An executive director at Agri SA said that load shedding is having a regrettable impact on the agricultural industry in the country.
Direct Link Between Extramarital Affairs And Inflation
Some experts believe that the reason eyes are wandering outside of marriages is largely down to arguments over money.
There’s A New World’s Most Expensive City To Live In
The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) called it last year, saying that 2021’s most expensive city to live in would come out of nowhere due to economic changes from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Guess Who Just Announced A New Minimum Wage Of R74k A Month?
As rates of poverty grow worldwide in the wake of the pandemic, one city has taken decisive action to secure the quality of life of its citizens.
BusinessTech Compares Price Of Groceries At Woolies, Pick N Pay, Spar, And Checkers
The price wars are underway at Pick n Pay, Woolworths, Checkers, and Spar. BusinessTech has run a comparison, so let’s see which one gives you more bang for your buck.
Dying In South Africa Doesn’t Come Cheap
We often talk about the cost of living in South Africa, but rarely tackle the topic of the ‘cost of dying’.
You’re Not Imagining It – The Following SA Food Prices Have Shot Up
A recent report has revealed an exponential increase in food prices since March, including many basic household staples.
Cheap Rent And High Salaries – The Most Affordable Cities In South Africa
If you’re thinking of relocating, you might want to check out the South African cities where the salaries are high and the rent is low.
Want To Live In Franschhoek? This Is What R45k A Month Gets You
Considering a move to Franschhoek? Have R45 000 a month to burn? Like old houses? Then this just might be the place for you.
The High Cost Of Living In South Africa Compared To Other Countries
If you’re feeling economically drained, you aren’t alone. Here’s how the cost of living in South Africa compares to other countries.
London Doesn’t Even Feature In The New World’s Most Expensive Cities List
The latest list of the world’s most expensive cities, for expats who are looking for a western standard of living, shows London ain’t all that bad.
Tokyo Tops List Of Most Expensive Cities For 2012
Every year, investment consulting firm Mercer releases its list of the most expensive cities in the world. Last year, Luanda (the capital city of Angola) held the top spot, but this year sees Tokyo taking over as the most expensive city in the world. See the full top ten list after the jump.