Government’s contingent liabilities are quietly exploding
South Africa’s contingent liabilities have doubled in the past 10 years, suggesting debt could be much higher than it appears…
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Copper 360’s R1.15bn restart
Copper 360 has had to go to market to raise cash and rework its debts. New CEO Graham Briggs is confident the mining start…
Health, wealth and the financial lessons we can’t ignore
Financial literacy is as vital as understanding our health, yet millions of South Africans remain vulnerable to debt, poor savings and exploitation…
Why Africa pays more for its debt – and how to fix it
In the brutal maths of global finance, Africa loses out from weak data and governance at home, and warped perceptions abroad…
Kganyago sets his inflation anchor at 3%
The SARB has lowered its inflation target to 3% as it cut rates to a three-year low, a shift that could cut ultimately save…
Squid Game: Household debt in South Africa
South Africa’s savings rate is negative, and debt is piling up. Here’s how to escape the debt trap, from sequestration to snowballs…
S&P flags risks, but Africa remains resilient
Africa faces debt pressure and trade risks, but growth and stable ratings show resilience. S&P Global sees downside risks as financial conditions tighten…
Rescuing business rescue
In the decade since business rescue was first introduced, thousands of firms have gone under the knife, hoping to be saved. Too many haven't.…
Cracking the credit score code
Think getting into debt is scary? Think again. Currency breaks down how to build a strong credit score – and why it matters more…
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