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How to get a SANRAL eTag before Easter this year

Easter is right around the corner. Good Friday falls on 3 April and Family Day on 6 April, giving you a glorious four-day weekend, and if you're crafty with a few leave days, you could stretch that into a nine-day break. Not bad at all.


Hippo awarded across multiple Medical Aid schemes

While Hippo.co.za is widely known as a trusted, free, online comparison platform for Insurance, Medical Aid and other financial services, it is also an authorised financial services provider offering Medical Aid advisory services to clients. These awards reflect the advisory work Hippo’s team carries out on behalf of its clients throughout the year.


Simple ways to save fuel as petrol prices hit record highs

The Iran conflict has sent the international oil price above $100 a barrel, with South Africa's April 2026 fuel price increase set to be the largest single-month hike on record. Every litre counts right now.


Get better internet services at better prices

If your Wi-Fi has started testing your patience (or your household peace treaty), it might be time for a rethink. Internet costs have a way of creeping up while speeds somehow feel… unchanged.


Common road rule misconceptions that South African drivers still get wrong

Whether you're a new driver or have been on the road for years, brushing up on the rules and making sure you have the right car insurance in place is one of the smartest things you can do behind the wheel.



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Understanding Data Costs

The rise of the Smartphone has completely revolutionised the way we use our cellphones. While there’s no denying that the added features are very c ...


The Road to Independence

Buying your first car is a major milestone on the road to becoming fully independent. But with independence comes responsibility and one of your fi ...


What the new national budget means for you and your finances

On 22 February, the South African Minister of Finance, Pravin Gordhan, delivered his annual budget address in Parliament. While the budget, which s ...


11 home maintenance must-do’s</br></br>

You’ve taken the leap and become a homeowner and now there other things you need to think about in order to keep your property in tip top shape.


Cat Behaviors by Age

Cat behaviors usually develop and are practiced by kittens by the time they are six month old. Understanding normal behavior will help owners decid ...



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