By Mbali Mapholi, Canderel Partner Dietitian Most of us have heard the advice… “eat less sugar”. But that advice becomes more complicated when we apply it to everyday life. What happens to the two teaspoons of sugar in your morning coffee? The sugar sprinkled over breakfast? The afternoon cup of tea? Or the sugar you…
As healthcare costs rise and household budgets remain under pressure, South Africans are being forced to rethink what value from medical aid really means. While claims protection remains essential, new insights suggest that long-term value may also come from benefits that help people understand risks earlier and avoid or delay more serious health events. Momentum…
As South Africa heads towards its busy summer tourism season, hotels, lodges, resorts and guesthouses have reason to be optimistic if recent figures are anything to go by. International tourist arrivals rose by 12.8% between January and May 2026, with arrivals from the rest of Africa up 14.7% and Europe 11.1%.¹ More visitors mean more…
When someone in the family needs a doctor, scan, specialist or hospital procedure, healthcare cover quickly stops feeling like paperwork. It becomes a practical question: who pays, how much, and what happens if there’s a shortfall? For many consumers, the confusion starts with three terms that sound similar: medical aid, medical insurance and gap cover….
Every July, National Savings Month prompts South Africans to take a closer look at how they manage their money, protect themselves from financial shocks and plan for the future. But one of the most important investments we can make is often left out of the savings conversation: our health. For many households, saving is no…
Preventing underage drinking requires more than awareness. It demands communities, schools, and families working together to equip young people with the confidence and knowledge to make healthier choices before alcohol and substance abuse take hold. That was the message from AWARE.org and SANCA Central Rand as they marked the International Day Against Drug Abuse and…
