This guest post was written by Annelise van der Merwe. Every mom knows that week. School shoes have been outgrown, the geyser has chosen now to break, and payday is nine days away. When money is tight, a short-term loan can look like the fastest way out. Sometimes it is a reasonable one. It is also one of the most expensive ways to borrow, so a few minutes of checking before you sign can protect the whole household budget. Here are five questions worth asking before you borrow a … [Read More...]
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Meet the Blogger: Meet Kona: Elvis Blue’s Sister, Blogger and Speaker
Today we meet SA mom blogger Kona, who balances managing her brother's career, two kids, blogging and public speaking. 1) What do you normally get up to on an average day? (Give us a brief description about yourself) I always tell people … [Read More...]
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Regardless of how we feel some days about the internet and the rather forceful move to living our lives online, it is the way the world is moving. As a result of this everyone is looking for different and unique ways for people to make the best use … [Read More...]
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Short on Cash Before Payday? 5 Questions Every South African Mom Should Ask Before Borrowing
This guest post was written by Annelise van der Merwe. Every mom knows that week. School shoes have been outgrown, the geyser has chosen now to break, and payday is nine days away. When money is … [Read More...]
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This guest post is written by the South Africa Tribune Editorial Team South Africa is developing national screen-time guidance for young children while AI tools become more common at school and at … [Read More...]
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