Peet Botma Conquers the Atlantic: A Journey of Determination, Sacrifice, and Community
Peet Botma has just completed the world's toughest row across the Atlantic Ocean - 5000 kilometres from San Sebastian in the Canary Islands, to Nelsons Dockyard in Antigua.
The Ink Link: Cape Town’s tattoo convention
The South African International Tattoo Convention is a 3-day event that hosts over 120 of the world’s best tattooers from over 20 countries.
Musical memories
Carel has created a playlist of over 140 special songs. Find out why and where to download it. In some ways turning 50 is pretty arbitrary – just another year. In other ways, significant – you really are getting old! For me, every birthday is special and a wonderful opportunity to give thanks for another […]
TED TALK TUESDAY #279 – Are you a giver or a taker?
In this TED Talk, Adam Grant explores the dynamics of three basic personality types found in every workplace: givers, takers, and matchers. He provides simple yet powerful strategies to foster a culture of generosity and prevent self-serving individuals from taking more than their fair share.
Beat the Januworry blues with a loan from EasyCredit
Our mates at EasyEquities continue break down barriers in helping over two million clients grow and protect their wealth. The latest offering is a securities-backed lending product called EasyCredit, which allows for securities-based/margin lending against your EasyEquities portfolio. Basically EasyCredit allows you to access additional cash by borrowing against your portfolio at better rates than […]
‘The Future of Pensions’ – a Dickens-inspired journey
RISE EasyRetire CEO Deresh Lawangee takes us on a fun, Dickensian trip down pension fund memory lane… As we approach the festive season, a time for reflection and foresight, it’s fitting to take a leaf from Charles Dickens’ classic novel, A Christmas Carol, to explore the evolving landscape of pension funds. This narrative, which reflects […]
