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Former Orlando Pirates star Thandani Ntshumayelo. Image: Instagram via @soccernews24sa
lifestyle

Thandani Ntshumayelo is ‘unrecognizable’ months after retirement

Quinton de Kock Proteas Cricket World Cup
Proteas

Quinton de Kock announces ODI retirement after World Cup

SA companies aren’t paying employees’ pension
Business

These SA companies AREN’T paying employees’ PENSION

Former Orlando Pirates star Thandani Ntshumayelo. Image: Instagram via @soccernews24sa
Celeb News

Thandani Ntshumayelo is ‘unrecognizable’ months after retirement

Quinton de Kock Proteas Cricket World Cup
Proteas

Quinton de Kock announces ODI retirement after World Cup

SA companies aren’t paying employees’ pension
Business

These SA companies AREN’T paying employees’ PENSION

Heavy K is reportedly working on his final album. Image: Instagram via @heavykdrumboss
Celeb News

Heavy K to release final ‘Respect The Drumboss’ album

By Precious Simpasa17-07-2023 11:17

The beloved hitmaker, whose real name is Mkhululi Siqula, announced his retirement from music after the release of his final album.

Kaizer Motaung Chiefs Ralani
Premier Soccer League

Former Kaizer Chiefs man retires, pays tribute to Amakhosi!

By Zaahid Nanabhay19-04-2023 07:06

A former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder has expressed his gratitude towards the club for giving him his big break in professional soccer

elderly woman grandson
News

Senior’s sex lives spiced up in Swedish retirement home

By Agence France-Presse10-02-2023 12:01

“It’s a good book!” 97-year-old Nils exclaims, skimming through a brochure on sexual relations and desires among seniors.

farhaan behardien
Cricket

Farhaan Behardien calls stumps on playing career

By Garrin Lambley28-12-2022 10:38

Titans legend Farhaan Behardien has announced his immediate retirement from cricket after an 18-year long career.

retirement
Business & Finance

Is retiring comfortably a reality?

By Portia Chamapiwa22-12-2022 12:43

Some people are privileged enough to be employed in companies that contribute towards their retirement savings in the form of pension.

Kagiso Modupe Helper Retirement
Soapies

Former ‘Scandal!’ actor Kagiso sheds tears as helper leaves him

By Thandeka Mthethwa21-12-2022 01:19

Actor-turned-producer Kagiso Modupe was not happy to see his helper of many years go into retirement. Kagiso had a retirement party for Ndo.

retirement portfolios
Business & Finance

Investments that may not be suitable for retirement portfolios

By Portia Chamapiwa13-12-2022 11:51

This article will highlight some of the investment products that might lead most retirees into misery during their retirement years.

Zakes ready to release last al
Music

Zakes ready to release last album after 19 years in the industry

By Thandeka Mthethwa27-11-2022 10:54

Zakes Bantwini says he is done making music under the brand. He however says Zakhele Madida will still be producing music for other people.

Ellen DeGeneres YouTube Crocheting
Celeb News

Ellen starts crocheting five months into retirement [watch]

By Thandeka Mthethwa23-10-2022 06:00

It has only been five months since Ellen DeGeneres announced her retirement but she is back…via YouTube and she is crocheting to kill time.

SASSA older persons
News

Want to access your pension fund? There’s some bad news…

By Thabo Baloyi24-09-2022 11:59

Earlier this year, National Treasury released draft reforms which would allow South Africans to have easy access to their retirement savings

Roger Federer Rafael Nadal
Tennis

Rafael Nadal on Roger Federer’s retirement: ‘It was an honour’

By Garrin Lambley15-09-2022 20:17

Rafael Nadal said it was “an honour” to share “amazing moments” with Roger Federer after the Swiss great announced his retirement.

South Africa
Business & Finance

Have you left South Africa? Here’s a guide to withdrawing your RA in 2022

By Sable International16-08-2022 17:29

Expat South Africans can only be permitted to obtain and transfer their retirement annuities overseas provided they can show that they have not been tax residents of South Africa for at least three years. Here’s a step-by-step guide to the encashment process.

GEPF pension
News

SA’s pension funds could soon RUN DRY – due to mass resignations

By Thabo Baloyi09-08-2022 15:02

National Treasury recently released draft reforms which would allow South Africans to have easy access to their retirement savings

Sylvester Stallone and Bruce Willis
Celeb News

‘Praying for you’: Sylvester Stallone shows Bruce Willis support

By Nokuthula Ngcobo31-03-2022 17:59

Brothers in arms: Sylvester Stallone has extended his support to co-star Bruce Willis after the news of his retirement due to aphasia.

Retirement Funds
Business & Finance

Retirement Funds: How to access your South African funds if you are Abroad

By Leap Group29-03-2022 12:40

The withdrawal of South African (SA) preservation or retirement annuity funds, as well as the challenges associated with the process, has become a hot topic in the South African expat community in recent months.

Ashleigh Barty
Tennis

Short and sweet: FIVE highlights from Ashleigh Barty’s career

By AFP23-03-2022 07:56

Reigning Wimbledon and Australian Open champion Ashleigh Barty announced her shock retirement from tennis on Wednesday aged 25.

retirement
News

Workers could SOON have access to a portion of their retirement funds

By Thabo Baloyi28-02-2022 16:21

The COVID-19 pandemic came with financial implications, which prompted workers to make appeals for their retirement funds to be unlocked

French retirement home chief s
News

French retirement home chief sacked amid care scandal

By Agence France-Presse31-01-2022 08:49

The chief executive of major France-based retirement home operator Orpea was removed on Sunday, the company board said in a statement following allegations of patient abuse and hygiene negligence.

Kaizer Chiefs
Premier Soccer League

Kaizer Chiefs star Itumeleng Khune drops retirement SHOCKER!

By Zaahid Nanabhay29-01-2022 08:55

Kaizer Chiefs legend Ituemeleng Khune has dropped a retirement bombshell that not many could have predicted! Read all about it below

Bafana Bafana
Premier Soccer League

Kaizer Chiefs star drops RETIREMENT bombshell! – BREAKING NEWS

By Zaahid Nanabhay15-11-2021 21:40

Kaizer Chiefs star Khama Billiat has taken a drastic decision regarding his international future! Read his full statement below

Sir Michael Caine is retiring
Entertainment

Sir Michael Caine is retiring from acting and focusing on his writing

By BANG Showbiz16-10-2021 12:42

88-year old legend, Sir Michael Caine says ‘Best Sellers’ is his final movie and he considers himself a writer now.

Islamic Sukuk notes could be the solution retirement savers need to protect their income
Business & Finance

Islamic Sukuk notes could be the solution retirement savers need to protect their income

By Maahir Jakoet15-07-2021 14:45

(Partner Content) Not as volatile as listed shares nor as conservative as cash linked to the interest rate, sukuks are the ‘goldilocks of assets’ — offering a balance of risk and growth potential.

proteas
Cricket

Faf du Plessis wears a floppy that will break the internet!

By Garrin Lambley18-02-2021 19:40

Faf du Plessis shocked the cricketing world when he announced his retirement from the Test arena on Wednesday, 17 February.

Liam Neeson
Entertainment

Liam Neeson: ‘I love beating up guys half my age, but…’

By BANG Showbiz15-01-2021 13:55

The veteran actor turns 69 in June 2021 and is considering retirement from action movies altogether.

Find your happy place: Scandin
Lifestyle

Find your happy place: Scandinavia home to world’s happiest retirees

By Lorne Philpot22-11-2020 12:29

Many of us dream of spending our golden years in exciting locations far from home, but how realistic is this for South Africans?

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