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Spare me your ‘lived experience’ Not only is this fact-free phrase an assault on language, it is being used as a terrible justification for violence… by Rob Rose June 22, 2026 Opinion·Politics
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Sars sharpens expat tax scrutiny: here’s what to do Expats beware: coming home could be costly if your tax affairs aren’t in order. Sars is tracking your tax residency status much more closely… by Vernon Wessels July 9, 2025 Investing & Finance·Personal Finance
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