Sunday Tribune 2024-06-16

Having notched up 13 years of experience in economics, accounting, and investment banking, Seatla Ratshosa is sharing his knowledge with others to help them get a financial education. The 39-year-old has authored a book titled “Masheleng”, and runs a podcast in efforts to educate others about finance. Ratshosa told Business Report: “The primary drive behind writing my book and starting the podcast was to share my knowledge and experiences in finance with a broader audience. Through my career, I have encountered many individuals and business owners who struggle with financial management. I realised there was a significant need for accessible, practical advice that could help people navigate their financial challenges. My book and podcast aim to demystify financial concepts and provide actionable strategies which anyone can implement to achieve financial…

Standard Bank Insurance Brokers says it has started seeing a significant increase in new policies taken up by young people. The broker business says that in 2023, 20% of new Flexible Funeral Plan policies were taken up by people aged between 21 and 30, compared to 2020 and 202 when only 12% of its new client base was accounted for by this demographic. The data shows that at least a quarter of all its Flexible Funeral Plan policies are taken up by people between the ages 26 and 35. Sonja Oosthuizen, the head of Life Insurance Products at Standard Bank Insurance Brokers, said: “The numbers are an indicator that young people are taking responsibility for their own insurance needs. What’s also interesting to note, is that these clients are also…

Globally, entrepreneurship is widely viewed as a remedy for numerous socio-economic challenges including poverty, unemployment rate and inequality, and as a catalyst for economic growth. However, it’s essential to acknowledge the inherent challenges associated with entrepreneurship, particularly in South Africa where success rates are low and small businesses often struggle to thrive. How do we adequately prepare individuals to navigate these challenges? The government and policymakers have made concerted efforts to cultivate environments conducive to business development, yet the ecosystem remains less than supportive in South Africa. Despite the availability of support mechanisms such as government programmes, incubators, accelerators and entrepreneurship-training institutions, there’s a concerning trend of high business discontinuance rates outweighing new business creations. This raises significant doubts about the future viability of entrepreneurship as a solution to the…

South Africa, a vibrant tapestry of culture and diversity, stands proudly as a giant among African nations. With accolades aplenty, it’s also renowned for being one of the first African countries to legalise same-sex marriages. In honour of Pride Month and Father’s Day, Independent Media Lifestyle caught up with TikTok star Aubrey Mbatha to delve into his journey of redefining fatherhood. Mbatha, who affectionately refers to himself in his video entries as “your favourite house-husband here”, is originally from Durban and has lived in Johannesburg for the past decade. He shares his story of love, family and breaking societal norms. Married to Steven Myeni in 2021, Mbatha has embraced the role of house husband for nearly five years, dedicating himself fully to parenting since the adoption of their son,…

Television personality and businesswoman Nonku Williams is expanding her horizons – she is set to host a luxurious and exclusive event, the “A2B Winery Marquee”, in anticipation of the upcoming Hollywoodbets Durban July this year. Speaking to Independent Media Lifestyle, Williams said the marquee-themed “Island of Luxury” was a celebration of luxury and indulgence. “My wine brand is called A2B Winery and I am so thrilled to be hosting our very own marquee this year. It’s going to be a celebration of fashion, food and all things fabulous. “I love hosting and I like to make every occasion a celebration. My love for wine and all things glamorous is what made me launch my marquee. The Durban July is all about fashion and opulence, so I thought: ‘What better…

This is an important year for South Africa as we celebrate 30 years of democracy. With June being Youth Month, we spotlight Gen Z and Millennial fashion and beauty content creators making a noise in the industry. Sinethemba Duma With over 30 000 followers on Instagram and almost 400 000 followers on X, Duma is one of the leading fashion influencers in South Africa. Known for her sense of humour, Duma doesn’t play when it’s time to work. She has worked with fashion brands such as Mr Price and Aldo. She recently cut her dreadlocks and bagged a collaboration with Dark and Lovely for their Au Naturale range. Duma is currently on a weight-loss journey and her followers believe she will continue to deliver great content. Kamohelo Pule Pule breaks…