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By Nirdev DesaiThe adage of “shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations” is backed up by a recent Harvard Business Review report finding that 70% of wealthy families studied lost their wealth within the second generation and 90% within the third.It is clear from such research that wealthy…
Buying a car, whether brand-new or used, is exciting, but how do you make sure you get a great set of wheels at the best price?“Getting rid of that old skorokoro or buying something more suited to your needs and lifestyle – is exciting, but it’s important to make sure that you’re getting the best…
Several parties have spoken out against Standard Bank after the bank made a move to shut down the accounts of Independent Media and IOL.Standard Bank South Africa (SBSA) has issued letters to Independent Media and 30 other companies in the Sekunjalo Group, informing them of the closure of their…
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By Feroza PetersenThe recent firestorm ignited by Standard Bank’s decision to close Independent Media’s bank accounts unveils a deeper layer of hypocrisy not only in South African Banks, but as recently noted, globally. As accusations of biased actions and racial discrimination come to the…
If you're fighting a cold or flu, getting enough rest is essential for your body to heal.Cepacol® recognises the importance of giving your immune system a chance to fight back and recover from illness and knows that any disruption of sleep can have a negative impact on how quickly you can get well.…
BANKS are political entities! There is an unspoken yet seemingly invincible alliance between banks and politics that rarely comes to light. This alliance, often invisible yet profound, wields an extraordinary influence over society, impacting everything from economic prosperity to policy direction…
THE president of the Pan Africanist Congress of Azania (PAC), Mzwanele Nyhontso, urged the Sekunjalo Group and Independent Media not to give up the fight to protect their right to freedom of the press and speech and the interest of their 1 600 media employees who are at risk of losing their…
Recently, it has become all too familiar that certain companies or individuals find themselves “unbanked,” cut off from essential banking services due to purported “reputational risks. The phrase has been echoing across headlines with troubling frequency. These risks, banks claim, stem from…
RECENTLY, it has become all too familiar that certain companies or individuals find themselves “unbanked,” cut off from essential banking services due to purported “reputational risk”.The phrase has been echoing across headlines with troubling frequency. These risks, banks claim, stem from…
Mr. Sim Tshabalala Chief Executive Officer Standard Bank South AfricaDear Mr. Tshabalala,I hope this letter finds you well, though I must admit, my heart is heavy as I write these words. I am a widow, a mother of two children attending university, and the primary caregiver for my elderly mother.…
By Masibongwe Sihlahla, Independent Political AnalystIn a democracy, the right to freedom of expression, access to information, and media freedom are foundational to the well-being of society. These are not mere catchphrases but pillars that sustain the very fabric of our democratic society. Today…
Automotive sector visionaries and industry leaders will spearhead discussions shaping the future of South Africa’s automotive component manufacturing sector at the NAACAM Show 2023 conference and exhibition.The theme for the show is: “Component factories of the future: Driving SA's manufacturing…
By Michael Mayalo, Chairman of Youth Business ChainThe news that Standard Bank has decided to shut down the accounts of Independent Media SA and IOL is not just another headline; it's a brutal assault on the very principles that our nation stands for.This isn't just an attack on a media company; it…
To Whom It May Concern,I am writing this letter with a heavy heart, as a loyal member of the Independent Media family for the past 28 years. I still remember the days when I started selling the Daily News on the streets of Durban, and through hard work and determination, I secured a job as an…
President Cyril Ramaphosa,I hope this message reaches you with an earnest plea for the preservation of media freedom in South Africa. Your acknowledgement of the media's pivotal role in democracy is commendable, yet I cannot ignore the concerning situation unfolding before us.Independent Media…
South Africa is ruled by a gang of robbers, says politician and anti-apartheid activist Dr Allan Boesak in a letter addressed to businessman and former United Democratic Front (UDF) secretary-general Popo Molefe, who had extended an invitation to Boesak to attend the UDF’s 40th anniversary…
South Africa’s general insurer Santam announced the rebranding of its app-based digital client solution from JaSure to Santam Switch yesterday.This comes after Santam initially acquired 51% of the insurtech in 2020 and completed the acquisition by obtaining the remaining 49% equity last June.Atang…
The debt review process, introduced into our consumer legislation in 2007, is widely touted as the best solution for consumers who have become over-indebted, and in these difficult times, debt counselling firms have seen a surge in applications. But although it offers a lifeline for people drowning…
In a shocking turn of events, Standard Bank, the largest financial institution in the country and the biggest bank when measuring capital, is under intense scrutiny for its aggressive closure of Independent Media’s banking accounts. Independent Media is South Africa's largest newspaper publisher.…