Lower fuel prices will not lift heavy debt burden for South Africans in 2026
It is good news that the fuel price is decreasing tonight, but for most South African consumers this will not make a significant difference, as they are so deep in debt and have so little income that they will go into 2026 with the same despair they had a year ago. Minister of mineral and […]
Household pressures like high living costs and debt consuming over 60% of disposable income leave families extremely vulnerable to financial shocks
South Africans carry a very heavy financial burden despite some relief at the fuel pumps expected tomorrow, Annaline van der Poel of Debt Rescue says, the pressures facing households remain unchanged.
South African consumers should think twice before taking on debt during the long stretch to payday in January
Annaline van der Poel warns people to think twice before taking on debt during the long stretch to payday in January, recommends budgeting and shopping for discounts and advises those who have overspent to seek financial advice.