Sun Feb 05 01:44:59 SAST 2012

He lied, forced me to abort, then dumped me

I feel guilty that I killed my baby and heartbroken that this man is so heartless   553 Comments

Identity theft continues to ruin lives of many consumers

IDENTITY theft has risen at an alarming rate since consumers no longer have to lose their identity document to be defrauded.   9 Comments

Take necessary precautions to limit costly flood damage

This year, heavy rains have already hit areas in Limpopo, Mpumalanga and KwaZulu-Natal and the South African Weather Service has warned heavy rain will continue to fall in large parts of the country until June..   1 Comments

Madonna plans 10 schools in Malawi - with new partner

Singer has already lost millions on project, but is persevering and hopes the new schools will educate at least 1,000 children a year   6 Comments

Be a volunteer

Each volunteer will be given a monthly stipend of R25,000, a portable personal computer and a cellphone with prepaid credit to document their work and "share their experiences with the world and inspire others to make a difference as well"   13 Comments

Busting career myths: finding the perfect job

DO YOU think you know everything about choosing a career? Many people think they do, but often end up choosing a career that is unsatisfying. Here are ten myths of choosing a career along with resources that can help you make an informed decision.   7 Comments

We are like two ships passing in the night

MY WIFE and I have been married for eight years and we have two children aged five and three. I have always believed that our marriage was a happy one, though over the past year we seem to have grown apart.   466 Comments

I had sex with my sister's lover and now I want to kill myself

I HAVE done something really stupid that could ruin my life. My sister, who is older than me, has been with her boyfriend for a year. They are talking about getting married.   495 Comments

The right clothes for success

YOU have just landed a new job and as if that isn't stressful enough, finding a new wardrobe to match the corporate culture you are entering can only add strain to the difficult transition period.   11 Comments

Partners should accept that permanent happiness all the time is unrealistic

Relationship Advice from Dear Dudu

Should I tell my sister her husband is cheating on her?

MY OLDER sister and I didn't get on that well growing up. We have different fathers and I think that she was often jealous of the relationship I have with my father.   393 Comments

Rental company hangs on to refund

FIRST-TIME rental tenants, especially students, continue to suffer at the hands of unscrupulous agents.   57 Comments

Ex threatens to expose my past

MY ex-boyfriend is 26 years old and I am 22. We were together for a long time and we broke up because I cheated on him. We loved each other, but since we broke up, I have realised that perhaps it was for the best. He was very bitter and angry with me, which I understand.   95 Comments

She can't fall pregnant and it's breaking my heart

I AM a man aged 26 and my wife is 22. We were school sweethearts and have been married for a year.   162 Comments

Afraid to tell him I was raped

I AM 22 years old and my wonderful boyfriend is 24. We are both at university and we have a lot in common. We have known each other for a long time.   108 Comments

Men must also come out about abuse

AS WE launch the 16 Days of Activism against Women and Child Abuse campaign, let us do so knowing that the motive behind it is to have a peaceful South Africa, free from abuse.   27 Comments

He insists I have an abortion, but I don't want to

One night, we both had too much to drink, then had sex. We did not use a condom. I have never had sex with anyone else in my life, so I know that this child is his   438 Comments

My fiance had an affair and baby

I AM a 23-year-old woman engaged to a 29-year-old man. We have been together for two years. Until recently I thought our relationship was amazing.   215 Comments

Husband's secretive nature driving me mad

I HAVE been married for many years and have grown-up children who are now married. The problem I have, and have always had, is that my husband, who is a good man generally, is extremely secretive.   191 Comments

My wife's family is taking advantage of our home

MY WIFE and I have been married for six months. She comes from a very big, close-knit family.   576 Comments

'Maybe he is not the one for you'

I AM a successful woman of 25 and my boyfriend is 28. We have been together for a year...   111 Comments

We had sex. Now I want to teach him a lesson

I hate him with all my heart and I hate myself for being such a fool. I want to get back at him. I want to hurt him the same way he hurt me   349 Comments

Consumer Line

Things to consider before taking a loan

JUST do a quick Google search for payday loan, cash advance or fast cash to see how well marketed and readily available loan s are.   3 Comments

No study money, do not despair

IF A student cannot afford to pay for his or her education, they can try the following options.   51 Comments

Update your will to avoid any problems

IT IS vital for everyone to have a will and to update it regularly.   2 Comments

Consumer is 'ripped off' in car sale agreement

MANY consumers who sell their cars privately continue to be ripped off by unscrupulous car dealers who promise to pay off their outstanding debt to the bank after they have sold the cars on the customers' behalf.   1 Comments

'Old car sold as new'

UNSCRUPULOUS car dealers will do anything to get your money, even by fraudulent means.   22 Comments

R200,000 later, family still paying off loan

IMAGINE paying more than R200,000 for a loan of R16,000 and being told you still owe money? It's crazy, but true.   22 Comments

New car turns out to be faulty

SOME car dealers would rather receive a compliance notice from the office of the National Consumer Commissioner than address complaints.   41 Comments

Loan shark hooked

Court orders reversal of fraudulent home sales and urges prosecutors to probe criminal acts   30 Comments

Your first home away from home

YOU have lived with your parents all your life. Now it's time for university or college and you are about to enter the world of rented accommodation for the first time.   1 Comments






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