Nadia Solomon
Former President Jacob Zuma’s New Political Party MK Makes Waves in 2024 Elections, Pushing ANC below 50% and EFF to fourt
In a stunning turn of events, former President Jacob Zuma, known for his unconventional rise to power and charismatic leadership style, has emerged as a formidable force in South African politics once again. Zuma’s newly formed political party, the MK (uMkhonto we Sizwe), shook up the political landscape in the 2024 elections, securing an impressive third-place position and pushing the ruling African National Congress (ANC) below 50% and Eff down to fourth place. Jacob Zuma’s political journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. His story is a living testament toRead More
White Privilege: An Unresolved Issue That Persists in Society Today.
White privilege is a deeply ingrained societal advantage that benefits individuals solely based on their race, specifically those who are white. It is important to acknowledge and address the existence of white privilege in order to create a more equitable and just society. I have personally experienced the impact of white privilege in my own life. As a businesswoman and property investor, I acquired my first investment property with cash nearly a decade ago. Given this information, one would assume that buying real estate should not pose a problem forRead More
10 reasons why poor and middle class should not vote for the DA
With the upcoming elections, individuals, especially those living in poverty, are facing the challenging task of deciding who to vote for. The problem of corruption within our government has only added to this dilemma. However, it is important to recognise that corruption is not limited to a specific political party or South Africa alone. Certain parties may just be better at hiding it. Tactics like deflection, fear-mongering, bribery, money laundering, and nepotism are commonly employed to mask corrupt practices. Consequently, it can be argued that corruption exists in nearly allRead More
Calling all South Africans in the Western Cape!
As we approach the 2024 election, it’s no surprise that recent events in the Middle East have sparked a divide among South Africans. Many citizens have expressed that this conflict has influenced their decision on who to vote for. In light of this, we are launching a series of polls to gauge the preferences of South Africans in each province. In our first poll, we are eager to hear the voice of the people in the Western Cape. We have carefully selected Cape Town’s top 10 political parties for youRead More
Unlocking Your Wealth Potential: The Importance of the First Step
Are you tired of living paycheck to paycheck? Do you want to take control of your finances and build a more prosperous future? If so, you’re not alone. Many people feel stuck in their financial situations, unsure of how to move forward and unlock their wealth potential. The good news is that it all starts with taking that first step. In this article, we’ll explore the key factors that impact your ability to build wealth and why that initial step is so crucial. From setting clear goals to creating aRead More
2020/21 RATES OF TAX FOR INDIVIDUALS
If your earnings for a given tax year are above the tax threshold, you are obliged by law to register for income tax. You must register for income tax, if you are an individual: For the 2018 year of assessment (1 March 2017 – 28 February 2018) R70 700 if you are younger than 65 years. If you are 65 years of age or older, the tax threshold (i.e. the amount above which income tax becomes payable) increases to R110 200. For taxpayers aged 75 years and older, this threshold is R123 350.Read More
Get out of debt fast using the Snowball or Avalanche method
Paying off debt can be a challenge, but could be the most rewarding feeling when its done.. There are two strategies you can use to pay off debt: The debt avalanche approach. The debt snowball method. Whilst each are beneficial, one approach is probably less complicated to stick with and make a bigger impact on your debt repayments. Here is the way to discover which approach may work for you. Each technique requires you to list out your debts and make minimum payments on all except for one debt. The only difference between the snowballRead More
Amazon is Hiring
Amazon has announced that it will be hiring for 3,000 new customer-service jobs in South Africa. The jobs are work-from-home, come with benefits, and applications open today. “We are thrilled with the talent in South Africa and we are excited… to help keep people working during this unprecedented time,” said the company in a statement. Amazon is calling the positions “virtual jobs” as you don’t need to be in an office, and can work from home. You do need your own, dedicated internet connection, but the company will help payRead More
The 20 most affordable suburbs in Cape town
Did you ever wonder if you can still find value in Cape Town’s property market? With affordability as a major factor, the following suburbs are the most affordable in terms of the lowest asking prices as per Private property. Area Suburb Average Price Average Salary you need to earn 1. Cape Flats Khayelitsha 508,000 16,500 2. Cape Flats Mitchell’s Plain 713,000 23,000 3. Cape Flats Bluedowns 748,000 24,500 4. Kuils River Eerste River 810,000 26,500 5. Buh-rein Buhrein & Surrounds 1,185,000 38,500 6. Kraaifontein Kraaifontein Central 1,318,000 43,000 7. Kuils River KuilsRead More
QUICK JO: AN EMERGING ONLINE MARKETPLACE FOR ASPIRING SOUTH AFRICAN ENTREPRENEURS
WITH ITS EFFECTIVE GIG-BASED DESIGN & ENDLESS FEATURES TO ENSURE QUALITY WORK, THE EMERGING PLATFORM AIM TO CREATE MANY JOBS IN SOUTH AFRICA Quick Jo is an all-new local South African online marketplace and it has proudly announced that it is bringing a wide range of employment opportunities for the South African people. Freelancing is on the rise worldwide and this emerging platform will fill in the gaps in the local market, while also enabling the talented local people to find work online. Moreover, Quick Jo empowers aspiring entrepreneurs to connectRead More