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Cash-strapped consumers are turning to credit, but many are defaulting on their repayments. For example consumers earning between R3,000 and R8,000 a month are becoming increasingly reliant on credit for their everyday purchases. We are in conversation with the Founder of  PS Debt Management, Paulvia Shiburi as we unpack What you need to Consider before applying for credit?

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How to navigate credit in a time of high interest rates and cost of living

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In an era marked by rapid technological advances and unprecedented global challenges, we can all agree that  Career guidance and counselling in secondary schools are crucial for young adolescents as they embark on the initial stages of shaping their post-school studies and career goals. We are in conversation with  Economist and World Economic Forum Global Shaper curator, Obakeng Makapane about some of the work being done to bridge the educational resource gap between private and public schools.

Feel good story: bridging the educational resource gap between private and public schools

The Health Ministry's alarming forecast has revealed a potential crisis in the supply chain, prompting the organisation to demand immediate measures to prevent a nationwide scarcity. Health facilities have been advised to ration their insulin pen distribution, a move that underscores the severity of the situation.We are in conversation with Access Campaign Advocacy Advisor Candice Sehoma about the shortage and concerns about the accessibility of essential diabetes care.

The Health Ministry's alarming forecast has revealed a potential crisis in the supply chain, prompting the organisation to demand immediate measures to prevent a nationwide scarcity. Health facilities have been advised to ration their insulin pen distribution, a move that underscores the severity of the situation.We are in conversation with Access Campaign Advocacy Advisor Candice Sehoma about the shortage and concerns about the accessibility of essential diabetes care.

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