Daily Fin

20/06/2023

Here are all the details about the story that has gripped the nation:

If you escaped prison, where would you go? Most of us might say we’d flee to a far-off island with no extradition treaty. But for the South African man known as the Facebook rapist, there was no place like home. This is a man that had managed to plan and execute a genius escape from […]

18/01/2023

We all know that Africa is rich in valuable materials. But, just how rich is it?

We often hear that Africa is the most mineral-rich continent on earth. South Africa seems to lead the charge, but you might be surprised to learn that South Africa is no longer the world’s leading producer of gold. South Africa held that title for about 100 years, but was overtaken by China in 200...

18/01/2023

You might need a hefty bank account to live in these Top 10 most expensive cities. Which do you think is #1?

Contrary to popular belief, not all Africans live in huts. Turns out you can’t trust everything you see in the movies. Isn’t that a kicker? In all seriousness, sure, some Africans may live in places that resemble those in the movies but Africa is so much more than beating drums, safaris and peop...

09/01/2023

Want to smash those financial goals in 2023? Here are some side hustle ideas to help you do that.

The last couple of years have been tumultuous to say the least. After the disastrous year that 2020 turned out to be, most of us have just been trying to recover and keep our wits about us. However, a new year gives a fresh opportunity for us to step out of survival mode and finally […]

03/01/2023

Cheers to Dubai on a new Era. The city has just scraped sin tax

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has scrapped so-called “sin tax” on alcohol. Dubai is a popular destination for tourists and expat workers, and these are the only people permitted to drink alcohol in the UAE. Emirati locals are still not permitted to purchase or consume alcohol. The local Emirati...

03/01/2023

The stock market can be a dog-eat-dog world. Here are some of the big dogs of the JSE.

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has approximately 400 companies listed on it. The share prices of these companies vary wildly, with some shares costing a single South African cent, and others costing hundreds or thousands of Rands per share. The price of a share in comparison with other shares...

03/01/2023

With load shedding on the rise, everyone wants solar panels. But how affordable are they?

2022 saw South Africa endure the most load shedding in history. Eskom also ended the year by firing its chief executive, Andre de Ruyter, after a tumultuous three-year stint at the helm. The problems at Eskom appear to be numerous and widespread, with many of the issues stemming from criminal elemen...

31/12/2022

Ever wondered where the children of the rich and influential in Africa go to school? Here is a list of Africa's most elite private schools: