Caught off guard? Know your rights before it’s too late
From car insurance traps to KFC winglet confusion and UberEats delivery ...
Consumer Hacks
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Five common consumer mistakes that could cost you
From school deposits to peeling paint, rusted dishwashers, dodgy car sal...
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Protect what’s yours: Smarter moves for SA consumers
From loyalty points to SIM cards, scams, and skipped premiums—these stor...
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When buying fruit and veg, convenience costs
Woolworths sells loose heads of garlic alongside small net bags containi...
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6 Costly mistakes SA consumers should avoid today
Know your rights as a consumer. ECR’s Consumer Watchdog, Wendy Knowler, ...
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5 Smart travel and car tips every SA consumer should know
Know your rights as a consumer. ECR’s Consumer Watchdog, Wendy Knowler, ...
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5 Things smart shoppers in SA need to know right now
Know your rights as a consumer. ECR’s Consumer Watchdog, Wendy Knowler, ...
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Do you know when your licences expire?
At the start of a new month, it is essential to ensure that your licence...
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Don’t sign a contract without a spare key or service book
Buyers often get promised missing car essentials later—but they rarely a...
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About that “fake barcode” story. It’s fake…
A barcode starting with "600" means a product is from South Africa, but ...
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Warning for Booking.com users booking abroad
Never respond to emails that look like they’ve been sent by the hotel yo...
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Not everyone with your info is from your bank!
Scammers use leaked data to trick you into giving your OTP. Don’t trust ...
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New day, new scam
Scammers pose as bank officials, tricking victims into transferring mone...
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Sometimes you have to be patient for that refund
Retailers can take up to 30 days to refund cancelled online orders, but ...
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Is your i20 peeling?
Hyundai Automotive SA has revealed that the Indian factory which produce...
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No, it’s not your lucky day; it’s a procurement scam
Many people approach me for help with what they think is shoddy service,...
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Store cards - check out the fees!
Opening a store account is one of the easiest ways to build your credit ...
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Call ‘from your bank’? Suspect the worst
If you get a call from someone who knows a lot about your financial affa...
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Do you know when your car’s next service is due?
Do you know when your car’s next service is due? If you miss it, and you...
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What makes a pack of mince “extra lean”?
What makes a pack of mince “extra lean”? Find out in the latest Consume...