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IOL News
10-05-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Financial empowerment isn't just for the wealthy
Financial success is built like anything else – through education, consistency, and the courage to take the first step. And in today's world, the tools to do so are more accessible than ever before. In an economic climate where rising costs affect millions, financial empowerment is no longer a nice-to-have – it's essential. Yet, for many South Africans, the idea of investing or engaging with financial markets still feels out of reach. There's a lingering perception that financial success is reserved for those with wealth, insider knowledge, or advanced degrees. That couldn't be further from the truth. Financial success is built like anything else – through education, consistency, and the courage to take the first step. And in today's world, the tools to do so are more accessible than ever before. I've met many people who believed financial markets weren't ''for people like them''. Sipho, a young entrepreneur from Johannesburg, kept his money in a savings account for years, convinced that investing was too risky. His turning point came through a free webinar with CFI. From there, he slowly built his knowledge and began investing conservatively, with clarity and confidence. His story isn't unique. Many are held back not by lack of potential, but by lack of exposure. What starts as financial fear can be transformed into confidence, not overnight, but with intention. The truth is, the biggest leap isn't technical. It's psychological. And the way to conquer fear is by educating yourself, building small wins, and gaining trust. Build Your Financial Foundation The first steps toward financial empowerment are not about buying shares or analysing charts. They're about setting up a solid foundation. Start with a budget. Know where your money goes each month, and look for even small areas where you can save. Next, tackle high-interest debt, which quietly eats away at financial progress. And don't overlook an emergency fund – having even a small cushion for life's surprises helps you stay on track when things go wrong.
TimesLIVE
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
'Smoke & Mirrors' actor Khaye Sibisi reflects on his character in the show
Umlazi-born actor Khaye Sibisi is known as Tim in Smoke & Mirrors and has also featured in Muvhango, Empini and My Brother's Keeper. Speaking to TshisaLIVE, the 34-year-old said: 'This character is a funny character, but with a motivation or lesson in it because Tim has a wife and children, therefore he's a family man. Sipho [his friend] is alone. Tim sometimes doesn't want to disappoint his friend and that is why umthola esenkingeni angazi naye ungene kanjani [he finds himself in trouble but doesn't know how he got into it], hence Tim finds himself in trouble because of Sipho. 'The challenges I've found in the acting industry include where you are not getting paid on time. Sometimes you find yourself replacing another actor, which is very challenging because sometimes you don't even know how to play the character because he has already established the character in his own way, and now you need to add a bit of spice to make it alive.' Besides acting, Khaye does music, though he took a break from it to focus on his acting talent. 'The reason for taking a break was I never got a breakthrough in music. So I decided to focus on my other talent which is acting. One day I guess I'll release music. I haven't released any yet because I'm trying to get the right platform for myself or to put my name on the map through acting, then after some time I can start my music thing.'
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Rare white lion at Night Safari put to sleep after signs of tumours found; Singaporean man charged with importing 40kg of drugs into Sydney: Singapore live news
Hello to all our readers, Yahoo Singapore will be bringing you live news updates today. A rare African white lioness at the Night Safari has been put to sleep on 21 Feb after she exhibited signs of tumours. She was losing weight and muscle, and had a reduced appetite. A health check-up on 21 Feb showed masses in her abdomen and the build-up of fluid, which were later confirmed to be blood from tumours. For more on her illness, read on. Read more in our live blog below, including the latest local and international news and updates. A rare African white lioness at the Night Safari has been put to sleep on 21 Feb after she exhibited signs of tumours. The Mandai Wildlife Group told The Straits Times (ST) that since early February, the 15-year-old lioness, named Mandisa, was losing weight and muscle. She also had a reduced appetite. A health check-up on 21 Feb showed masses in her abdomen and the build-up of fluid, which were later confirmed to be blood from tumours. Veterinarian Guillaume Douay said, "Unfortunately, there is no cure for this condition. Our veterinary and animal care teams then made the difficult decision to euthanise her on medical and welfare grounds." Dr Douay also shared that a necropsy confirmed the presence of cancer which had spread to multiple organs. ST reported that Mandisa leaves behind her 16-year-old mate, a white lion named Sipho. The pair shared an "incredibly strong bond", Mandai Wildlife Group carnivore keeper Celeste Goh said to the national broadsheet. Said Goh, who is part of Mandai's animal care team, "They were often seen showing affection for each other – rubbing heads or resting side by side in their exhibit. "Each evening, as it was time to head into their enclosure, Mandisa would wait for Sipho, and they would walk out together." Mandisa was also reported to be loving to her carers. She would rub her head against the meshing as a sign of endearment to her keepers. A rare African white lioness at the Night Safari has been put to sleep on 21 Feb after she exhibited signs of tumours. The Mandai Wildlife Group told The Straits Times (ST) that since early February, the 15-year-old lioness, named Mandisa, was losing weight and muscle. She also had a reduced appetite. A health check-up on 21 Feb showed masses in her abdomen and the build-up of fluid, which were later confirmed to be blood from tumours. Veterinarian Guillaume Douay said, "Unfortunately, there is no cure for this condition. Our veterinary and animal care teams then made the difficult decision to euthanise her on medical and welfare grounds." Dr Douay also shared that a necropsy confirmed the presence of cancer which had spread to multiple organs. ST reported that Mandisa leaves behind her 16-year-old mate, a white lion named Sipho. The pair shared an "incredibly strong bond", Mandai Wildlife Group carnivore keeper Celeste Goh said to the national broadsheet. Said Goh, who is part of Mandai's animal care team, "They were often seen showing affection for each other – rubbing heads or resting side by side in their exhibit. "Each evening, as it was time to head into their enclosure, Mandisa would wait for Sipho, and they would walk out together." Mandisa was also reported to be loving to her carers. She would rub her head against the meshing as a sign of endearment to her keepers.
