Author: Makhosazane Jiyane
Makhosazane Jiyane
As an SEO Content Editor with a background in journalism and digital media, I’m passionate about creating high-quality, engaging, and informative content that resonates with audiences and ranks well on search engines. With extensive experience in SEO content optimisation, website management, and digital publishing, I ensure each article is accurate, well-researched, and tailored to our readers’ needs.At Status Check, I oversee content creation and editorial direction, providing valuable resources for South Africans seeking career opportunities, education updates, government grants, NSFAS funding, and career development insights.My role goes beyond editing—I collaborate closely with writers, researchers, and digital strategists to ensure our content remains relevant, reliable, and impactful. Whether simplifying complex government policies, offering job-seeking advice, or optimising content for greater reach, I am committed to delivering information that empowers and informs our audience.I believe in the power of storytelling, data-driven insights, and digital innovation to reshape how information is shared and consumed. Through my work, I aim to make a meaningful impact—one article at a time."**
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South Africans are bracing themselves for yet another financial blow as the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has approved a 12.74% Eskom Electricity Tariff Increase, set to take effect from 1 April 2025. Unfortunately, this is not an April Fool’s joke—it is a harsh reality that will further squeeze already struggling households and businesses. This increase is part of a multi-year pricing determination (MYPD6), which includes a 5.36% increase in 2026 and a 6.19% increase in 2027. While these hikes are lower than the 36% Eskom initially applied for, they are still well above the current inflation rate…
The Reserve Bank has just made an important decision: they are lowering the repo rate by 25 basis points, which means the rate is now 7.5%. This is good news for everyone, especially families trying to make ends meet. It means loans might become a bit cheaper, and borrowing money from the bank will not feel as heavy on your pocket. Let’s break this down in a simple way. What Is the Repo Rate? The repo rate is the interest rate that banks pay when they borrow money from the Reserve Bank. Think of it as the Reserve Bank “lending…
Eskom CEO Dan Marokane announces a significant risk of load shedding this weekend due to recent unit breakdowns and depleted emergency reserves.
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