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Just three years after its R38.4bn Distell deal, the brewer is reviewing its SA wine business, including Nederburg and JC Le Roux. A sale has not been confirmed, but the review puts the future of these well-known brands in the spotlight. #Moneyweb #Heineken ow.ly/HIVZ5101JVp
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[PODCAST] Going off the municipal water grid doesn’t necessarily mean escaping municipal charges. Homeowners with boreholes may still face sewage fees. Chantelle Gladwin-Wood of HBGSchindlers Attorneys joins @maggsonmedia on #MoneywebAtMidday to explain what municipalities can charge and what rights owners have. #Moneyweb #Boreholes Listen to the full discussion: ow.ly/pCn35101Go5
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The IMF has backed Treasury’s spending restraint and debt stabilisation efforts, but says faster reforms in energy, logistics and governance are needed to unlock investment. South Africa’s growth outlook remains weak, with the Fund forecasting 1% growth this year. #Moneyweb #Treasury ow.ly/EaJ15101G29
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[ADVISOR VIEW] A falling portfolio doesn’t necessarily mean a failing retirement plan. Wouter Fourie of @Ascor_Wealth explains why sustainable income matters more than short-term market movements. #Moneyweb #Retirement ow.ly/pYgj5101FnW
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Devmco has committed 60% of its 1 000-hectare Sibaya Coastal City precinct to conservation, with R8bn invested so far and a projected final valuation of R48bn. A further R5bn is earmarked for upgrades to the surrounding M4/M27 coastal road corridor. #Moneyweb #Property ow.ly/UJ935101EP5
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[ADVISOR VIEW] Your December bonus could make or break your next retirement annuity contribution. Trecy Tshuma of @alexforbes explains why planning festive spending now can help keep your long-term savings on track. #Moneyweb #RetirementAnnuity ow.ly/TvqO5101AaZ
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[ADVISOR VIEW] When markets fall, retirees may need to sell investments at the worst time. Werner Gerber of ClearGauge Wealth sets out five rules for managing an income reserve and deciding when to replenish it. #Moneyweb #Retirement ow.ly/bRq15101Aa7
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[PODCAST] @SimonPB speaks to National Debt Advisors CEO Sebastien Alexanderson on #MoneywebNOW about how debt stress affects mental health and family relationships, and why seeking professional help early can prevent financial problems from escalating. #Moneyweb #Debt Listen to the full episode here: ow.ly/IOl05101ACY
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[LISTEN] @jmoyaha_ speaks to Busa CEO Khulekani Mathe on SAfm #MarketUpdate about efforts to strengthen US-SA business ties at the B20 in Washington, despite strained diplomatic relations and limited South African input. #Moneyweb #Radio Listen to the full conversation here: ow.ly/5Lus5101A8u
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[OPINION] Eskom’s average tariff has surged from about 14c/kWh in 2000 to 226c in 2026, squeezing manufacturers and threatening jobs. Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber CEO Denise van Huyssteen calls for more competitive electricity pricing to protect industry. #Moneyweb #ElectricityTariffs ow.ly/P9MO5101A7s
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Morocco has overtaken South Africa in RMB’s latest African investment rankings, while Seychelles, Mauritius and Egypt retain the top three spots. But investors should look beyond rankings to find opportunities that fit their businesses. #Moneyweb #Investment ow.ly/aprX5101A6P
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The Labour Court has overturned a CCMA ruling after commissioner Menzi Fakude relied on a judgment that does not exist. The judge warned that AI-generated legal research must be verified against actual judgments. #Moneyweb #CCMA ow.ly/nyF55101zUe
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Medical aid contributions are set to rise by 7.35% to 8.9% in 2027, driven by higher claims, costly new medicines and ageing members. Here’s why increases outpace inflation – and how to avoid paying for cover you don’t need. #Moneyweb #MedicalAid ow.ly/rMLH5101zTt
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Marriott's latest addition to Cape Town's booming hotels and tourism industry represents the biggest investment into a single hotel property in the Mother City and SA since the 2010 World Cup hotel development boom. #Moneyweb #Property ow.ly/2Gzt5101zmS
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Can Joburg’s next mayor fix a city with broken finances? Former SA Post Office chief Mark Barnes tells @maggsonmedia on #MoneywebAtMidday that without fundamental financial restructuring, even the most capable leader will struggle to turn the city around. #Moneyweb #Joburg Listen to the full interview here: ow.ly/nN2K5101jc2
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[ADVISOR VIEW] Auraeus Kilian of @alexforbes: Just like a GPS keeps you on course, a financial advisor can help you navigate life’s financial journey, make informed decisions and stay on track towards your goals. #Moneyweb #FinancialPlanning ow.ly/iC275101i5k
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[ADVISOR VIEW] A gift in your will could create unexpected tax bills, liquidity problems or disputes among beneficiaries. Eric Jordaan of @crueinvest explains the risks to consider before leaving specific assets or sums of money to loved ones. #Moneyweb #EstatePlanning ow.ly/k8Vo5101eMY
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[PODCAST] @SimonPB speaks to Ninety One’s John Stopford on #MoneywebNOW about why rising bond yields can pressure equities, how AI earnings expectations are supporting high valuations and why government bonds may now offer diversification and value. #Moneyweb #Podcast Listen to the full episode here: ow.ly/RTWZ5101eyr
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[OPINION] South Africa spends 6% of GDP on education, yet youth unemployment remains stubbornly high. BLSA CEO Busi Mavuso argues that funding should reward skills providers for getting young people into jobs, not simply issuing certificates. #Moneyweb #BLSA ow.ly/OkfK5101e3c
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