Debt Rescue CEO Warns US Tariffs Will Hit SA Jobs, Exports, and Economic Recovery
Neil Roets, CEO of Debt Rescue, has cautioned that the newly imposed 30% tariffs on South African exports to the United States will place immense pressure on already fragile sectors. “From production to packaging and distribution, these industries depend on global demand to sustain thousands of jobs,” Roets said. He warned that the manufacturing and […]
Annaline van der Poel Urges South Africans to Avoid Unnecessary Debt Amid Rising Credit Reliance

In a recent interview on Cape Talk FM, Annaline van der Poel, Chief Legal Officer at Debt Rescue, addressed the growing financial strain facing South African consumers. With millions relying on credit to make ends meet, van der Poel warned about the dangers of high-cost debt and emphasised the urgent need for financial awareness. She […]
Debt Rescue Warns: US Tariff Hike Could Deepen SA’s Economic Crisis and Consumer Instability
As of August 1, South Africa faces a major economic threat — a 30% tariff hike on exports to the United States. Neil Roets, CEO of Debt Rescue, warns that the fallout will go beyond trade figures. “Tariffs may be imposed at government level, but the real impact will be felt by ordinary people,” he […]
US Tariffs Threaten South African Jobs and Economy, Warns Debt Rescue’s Annaline van der Poel

Speaking to Radio Islam, Annaline van der Poel, Chief Legal Officer at Debt Rescue, warned that the newly imposed 30% tariffs on South African exports to the US could have serious economic consequences. Sectors such as agriculture, mining, and manufacturing may suffer the most, leading to potential job losses and further financial pressure on households. […]
Annaline van der Poel Speaks to eNCA About South Africa’s Struggling Savings Culture

In a recent television interview with eNCA, Annaline van der Poel, Chief Legal Officer at Debt Rescue, shared insights from the company’s latest consumer survey. The findings reveal a troubling reality: economic distress is severely impacting South Africans’ ability to save. Van der Poel highlighted how this financial strain is eroding the nation’s savings culture, […]