Businesses that are planning to shut down over the festive period should take precautionary measures to ensure their premises are safe and secure at all times. According to Malesela Maupa, Head of Insurer Relationships at FNB Insurance Brokers, statistics show that criminal activities and burglaries increase exponentially over the festive season, especially in unoccupied offices and buildings. Therefore, having adequate short-term insurance cover in place will help business owners have peace … [Read more...] about Tips to Keep your Business Safe this Festive Season
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Road Fatalities Down
The preliminary 2017/18 Festive Season report indicates an 11% decline in fatalities on the roads when compared to the same period in the previous year. “Our preliminary festive season fatalities for the period starting 1 December 2017 to 9 January 2018 show that there were 1 527 people who died on the roads in that period compared to 1 714 fatalities in the same period the previous year,” Transport Minister Joe Maswanganyi said. Minister Maswanganyi said the figure represents an 11% … [Read more...] about Road Fatalities Down
Reign in Festive Season Spending and Preserve Your Clean Credit Record
November and December bring with them the year’s highest spending trends across the world, as consumers ramp up for the Festive Season. In recent years, South African retailers have also taken advantage of international trends, offering incredible and seemingly irresistible savings through “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday”. Further into the Festive Season, many individuals and families may also embark on annual holidays away from home – a practice that can attract high, and sometimes … [Read more...] about Reign in Festive Season Spending and Preserve Your Clean Credit Record
No one injured in PE festive season readiness test
The following statement was issued by Baywest Mall general manager Troy Zunckel in connection with the emergency drill at the Baywest centre earlier today: At 9am this morning, Baywest Mall, with the cooperation of the South African Police Service, executed an emergency drill involving the full evacuation of the centre. The aim of the drill was to test the mall’s security readiness ahead of the busy festive season. The drill scenario saw two “suspicious-looking individuals” enter an … [Read more...] about No one injured in PE festive season readiness test
It’s not too late to sweat the festive season margins
As the end of the year fast approaches, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are looking for different ways to improve and maximise profit margins from the festive season. According to Mags Ponnan, Head of Customer Value Propositions at FNB Business, 2016 has been a tough economic year for many small and medium businesses. He says that these businesses have faced various challenges that have affected their survival and this season can offer some relief to their cash flow. Ponnan, shares a … [Read more...] about It’s not too late to sweat the festive season margins
Vehicular Safety Tips
With the festive season fast approaching, the SAPS is warning members of the public to be vigilant when in their vehicles. Most people are being robbed or even hijacked while stationary in their vehicles. Below are the safety tips when in your vehicle. Safety Awareness in a Vehicle Ensure that your vehicle is in a good condition when you plan to go on a journey. Always lock your vehicles doors and keep the windows closed. Do not leave your vehicle unlocked, even if you think you will be … [Read more...] about Vehicular Safety Tips
East Cape festive season fatalities increase
Nearly 1 800 people died in accidents during the festive season, Transport Minister Dipuo Peters said on Tuesday. A total of 1 755 people lost their lives between December 1, 2015 and January 11 this year, she told reporters in Pretoria. This was an increase of 14% from last season's figures of 1 535, between December 1, 2014 and January 5, 2015. There were 1 387 fatal crashes this season, an increase of 11% from last year's 1 253. The Western Cape recorded the highest increase (33%) … [Read more...] about East Cape festive season fatalities increase
Peak festive season travel dates to Avoid
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Ltd (SANRAL), which manages 21 451 km of national routes, would like to advise road users of the expected peak travel times over the December 2015 to January 2016 period. The information is based on historical data and traffic modelling. N2 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth The N2 through Sir Lowry's Pass and Bot River will be free flowing with periods of increased travel volumes, but no extreme volumes are expected. The N2 to Caledon will likely … [Read more...] about Peak festive season travel dates to Avoid
Seven Tips for Keeping Your Money Safe this Festive Season
The festive season is here. Unfortunately, statistics show that the good ‘vibes' of the festive season can often be counterbalanced by increased levels of crime. So, when you're on the move, how do you keep your hard-earned cash safe? Glen Jordan, Director of Financial Services Provider IMB, has simple, useful, and effective tips for safeguarding what you earn. "We all feel the urge to spend over the festive season, but how do we ensure that the money we make goes to the right people? By … [Read more...] about Seven Tips for Keeping Your Money Safe this Festive Season
4 Tips to handle festive season debt
Don't wait for the New Year to tackle debt, manage your festive season spending and start 2016 financially fit. "Every year we see an increase of about 28% on credit card spend over the December period, but with careful planning and clever management of this inevitable increase in spending , you can enjoy your festive season without adding to your debt responsibilities," says Chris Labuschagne, CEO of FNB Credit Card. FNB Credit Card has a few tips to help you manage your holiday … [Read more...] about 4 Tips to handle festive season debt
Don’t break the bank entertaining your children
The festive season is upon us and this is the one time of year where children are at home for an extended period of time. Planning fun activities that don't involve the mall will help keep the kids entertained without breaking the bank. "Planning ahead for your children's activities can take the anxiety out of entertaining them over the festive season. Planning can also allow you to budget adequately for their activities so that you aren't spending money that can best be used for something … [Read more...] about Don’t break the bank entertaining your children
Beef and lamb prices expected to fall by up to 15% this festive season
Red meat lovers are expected to stock up more during the festive season with the anticipated fall of the meat price due to the persistent dry weather conditions. Farmers are reducing their livestock as a result of deteriorating pastures and the current high feed-grain prices. Consequently, the price of red meat at a retail level is expected to fall by 8 to 15% between December and January next year, as more animals are being slaughtered by farmers, leading to an oversupply of meat in the … [Read more...] about Beef and lamb prices expected to fall by up to 15% this festive season
4 Festive Season Financial mistakes to avoid
Financial circumstances have been a lot tougher this year for many South Africans due to increased individual taxes and the rising prices of basic goods. However, this is unlikely to drastically curb consumer spending during the upcoming festive season. "Most people struggle to contain their spending over the festive period and unfortunately, some also make vital financial mistakes which could have a long-term negative impact on their financial wellbeing," says Ester Ochse, Channel Head at … [Read more...] about 4 Festive Season Financial mistakes to avoid
2014 Festive season death toll declines
The 2013/2014 festive season death toll on the country's roads has declined slightly, according to the preliminary reports released by the Department of Transport on Thursday. Preliminary figures released by Transport Minister Dipuo Peters show that from the period December 1, 2013 to January 7, 2014, there were 1 147 crashes with 1 376 fatalities. Last year, the number of people who died on South Africa's roads during the festive season stood at 1 465. Again the causes of the crashes … [Read more...] about 2014 Festive season death toll declines
Top tips to manage festive season eating
Come 'silly season' and even the most dedicated of people can come unstuck. No doubt you've already had some anxious moments, thinking about how to manage your exercise and eating plans through the maze of office parties, family dos and general 'let it all hang out' festive attitudes. Fear not! There's a relatively simple way to handle all this without gaining weight or detracting from your health... My top tips for the season are as follows: Drink enough good quality water every … [Read more...] about Top tips to manage festive season eating
