24 May 2023
RESULTS OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD ON 8 MAY 2023 (as verified by scrutineers KPMG)
The thirteenth annual general meeting of the Trust was held virtually on 8 May 2023 and was attended by the requisite quorum… Read More
24 March 2021
MALICIOUS CYBER-ATTACK
PPS’s security experts have confirmed that the company has fallen victim to a malicious cyber-attack. An independent forensic… Read More
24 February 2021
PPS optimises Critical Illness Cover for Professionals
Professional Provident Society (PPS), a financial services company that provides intelligent financial solutions to gra… Read More
24 January 2021
How do we make 2021 different?
Disclaimer: Kindly note that this does not constitute financial advice; the information provided is purely informational. In… Read More
24 January 2021
PPS backs ‘Matrics in Antarctica’ scientific expedition
About PPS PPS boasts in excess of 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthcare prod… Read More
24 January 2021
PPS Profit-Share benefit gets an added booster
About PPS PPS boasts in excess of 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthc… Read More
24 December 2020
PPS Foundation calls on the public to ‘pay it forward’ and help educate future graduate professionals
About PPS PPS boasts in excess of 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthcare prod… Read More
24 October 2020
Diversifying investment offshore: is it the right decision?
In the past year, we have observed a considerable increase in clients that are interested in investing offshore. Their reason… Read More
24 October 2020
Navigating offshore opportunities
South African specific risk has highlighted the importance of diversification. At the same time, COVID-19 has opened opportun… Read More
24 October 2020
Where should you invest now?
The market downturn in March posed substantial challenges for investors due to the halt in economic activity associated with… Read More
24 October 2020
PPS play a part in helping the matric class of 2020
About PPS PPS boasts in excess of 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthcare prod… Read More
24 September 2020
PPS members with Short-Term Insurance to benefit from Profit-Share
About PPS PPS boasts in excess of 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthcare prod… Read More
24 September 2020
Good masks make good neighbours
About PPS PPS boasts in excess of 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthcare prod… Read More
24 July 2020
Covid-19: Time to flip the coin to your advantage
About PPS PPS boasts in excess of 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthcare prod… Read More
24 June 2020
LEGAL LIABILITY WHERE PRIVATE PRACTITIONERS TREAT STATE PATIENTS
The ongoing National State of Disaster and the continuing spread of COVID-19 infections have resulted in South African health… Read More
24 June 2020
Nurturing SA’s future professionals
About PPS PPS boasts in excess of 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthcare prod… Read More
24 April 2020
PPS delivers good 2019 performance, adding value to members
Professional Provident Society (PPS), the financial services company focused solely on providing intelligent financial soluti… Read More
24 April 2020
PPS STI members score benefits through Value Added Services App feature
About PPS PPS has more than 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthcare products t… Read More
24 April 2020
PPS PODCAST SERIES EMPOWERS STUDENTS ON JOURNEY TO FINANCIAL FREEDOM
About PPS PPS has more than 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthcare products t… Read More
24 March 2020
One virus, seven observations
Every seven years or so, Mother Universe urgently rings her bell to gather us around her feet - and in an earnest voice teach… Read More
24 March 2020
MAINTAIN YOUR HOME FOR THE DOWNPOUR AND AVOID RIPPING A HOLE IN YOUR BUDGET
The much-awaited Gauteng summer rains have arrived bringing with it severe lightning, thunderstorms, hail and the potential r… Read More
24 March 2020
PREPARING FOR THE NEW YEAR
South Africans spend more than they earn and with continuing depressed economic growth and a projected tax shortfall of R60 b… Read More
24 March 2020
PPS enters Wealth Advisory market exclusively for graduate professional members
Professional Provident Society (PPS) has introduced PPS Wealth Advisory, a boutique wealth management distribution channel ex… Read More
24 March 2020
Donate towards empowering and educating future graduates
The tagline “success is better, shared” remains pertinent in promoting excellence in education. Education is known to be a vi… Read More
24 February 2020
PPS ENTERS WEALTH ADVISORY MARKET EXCLUSIVELY FOR GRADUATE PROFESSIONAL MEMBERS
About PPS PPS has more than 150 000 members who enjoy access to a comprehensive suite of financial and healthcare products t… Read More
24 October 2019
PPS has healthcare professionals covered
The challenges faced by South African healthcare professionals as a result of the aggressive litigation landscape include ris… Read More
24 October 2019
PPS has healthcare professionals covered
“In developing the solution, we recognised that it had to provide sustainable indemnity. It therefore carries innovative feat… Read More
24 September 2019
Preparing to live your best life after 60
According to a report released in April 2019 by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), 49.2% of South Africa's total adult popul… Read More
24 September 2019
Conservative Fund of Funds is suitable for your retirement savings
Making financial resolutions and planning ahead allows you to reap the benefits later. In combination with other long-term in… Read More
24 September 2019
What would happen to you should you become disabled?
If you’re the breadwinner in the family, you may have asked yourself what would happen to you if you got into an accident or… Read More
24 September 2019
Building a credit profile
“With a credit offering such as the PPS Credit Card, individuals are able to build a credit score, which will add value for m… Read More
24 August 2019
Renting out your home: know your insurance policy
Speak to your financial advisor and insurer to understand the level of risks on your current policy. Most policies will inclu… Read More
24 August 2019
Women need allies and supporters
The empowerment of women in South Africa is about dealing with the legacy of our past and the transformation of our society,… Read More
24 August 2019
Women and their money - understanding how to take control
We need to change the narrative. Women need to take responsibility for their financial futures and empower themselves with th… Read More
24 July 2019
Insurance and Pregnancy Complications: What you need to know
Pregnancy complications can result in you being booked off work by your doctor. If you are a salaried employee with paid sick… Read More
24 July 2019
The Free Stokvel
Stokvels have become the ultimate means for saving among many working adults in South Africa. According to research done by N… Read More
24 July 2019
Insurance is not an optional luxury, but a must-have.
With economic pressures, many consumers are left unprepared when unexpected financial needs such as a funeral, unplanned preg… Read More
24 July 2019
Start saving early for retirement - we are going to live much longer
Once retired, people tend to travel a lot more because they have more free time, and this will come with added expenses of fu… Read More
24 July 2019
PPS Panorama Tour attracts hundreds of riders in Mpumalanga
PPS Brand, Marketing & Communications Executive, Ayanda Seboni remarked on the company’s synergy with the race partnershi… Read More
24 June 2019
Blending passive and active investing
The active versus passive conversation has had very strong arguments on both ends of the spectrum. Despite all the great thin… Read More
24 June 2019
Education is top concern for SA’s legal profession – PPS
“The prevailing issue of institutional accreditation of the LLB programme at South African universities appears to be filteri… Read More
24 June 2019
Dentists are least confident professionals in SA – PPS
PPS conducted an independent survey of 5,837 members at the beginning of 2019 to gauge their perceptions on a number of issue… Read More
24 June 2019
Accountants are the most confident in SA – PPS
Accountants rated financial viability (41%) and regulation (37%) as the top reasons for their confidence. A high percen… Read More
24 June 2019
Accountants are the most confident in SA – PPS
Accountants rated financial viability (41%) and regulation (37%) as the top reasons for their confidence. A high percen… Read More
24 June 2019
What is keeping SA’s medical professionals awake – PPS
Up to 73% of respondents felt that a large number of medical professionals are depressed and suffering burnout, due to long h… Read More
24 June 2019
PPS Investments commentary on CPI for May 2019
Month-on-month inflation increased by 0.3%, compared to 0.6% in April. The contribution from transport for the month decrease… Read More
24 June 2019
What is keeping SA’s engineers awake at night – PPS
An overwhelming 78% of engineers believed there has been a decline in South African engineering project opportunities. Meanwh… Read More
24 June 2019
What is the future of car insurance?
The industry is seeing the emergence of car-sharing (which allows users to rent any car closest to them for a short period of… Read More
24 June 2019
Youth graduate unemployment is a concern for graduates and professionals –
This year’s GPI index shows that 68% of professional respondents felt confident about the future of their profession in the n… Read More
24 June 2019
What is keeping SA’s engineers awake at night – PPS
An overwhelming 78% of engineers believed there has been a decline in South African engineering project opportunities. Meanwh… Read More
24 June 2019
Pharmacists seek improvement – PPS
“On the whole, pharmacists were in the middle when it came to confidence in their profession in the next five years. This is… Read More
24 June 2019
Make smart decisions when buying and selling a car
As a young professional, purchasing your first car is a major step towards independence however, there are other factors to c… Read More
24 June 2019
Pharmacists seek improvement – PPS
“On the whole, pharmacists were in the middle when it came to confidence in their profession in the next five years. This is… Read More
24 June 2019
Young professionals prefer face-to-face when buying financial products
The study, conducted by Pierre Coetzee for purposes of his Masters Degree in Marketing and Business Communication, also refle… Read More
24 May 2019
Get ready to cycle the PPS Panorama Tour “The Toughest Race on Tar” is here
PPS, the financial services company which focuses exclusively on providing intelligent financial products and solutions to gr… Read More
24 May 2019
RESULTS OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD ON 20 MAY 2019 (as audited by KPMG)
RESULTS OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD ON 20 MAY 2019 (as audited by KPMG)
24 May 2019
Professionals show concern for their future in South Africa – PPS
Graduate professionals working across the Accounting, Dental, Engineering, Legal, Medical, Pharmaceutical and other sectors w… Read More
24 May 2019
The future of short-term insurance in the face of climate change
Globally, there has been a dramatic rise in both the severity and frequency of extreme natural events. Just recently, Zimbabw… Read More
24 May 2019
Make smart decisions when buying and selling a car
Many young professionals find themselves making the wrong financial decision when buying their first car. Remember that ownin… Read More
24 May 2019
Secure your greatest asset and get income protection
According to the Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (ASISA), South Africans are seriously underinsured. Over… Read More
24 May 2019
What investors should know about the cash vs equity debate – PPS Investments
“Our investment process strives to deliver consistent outcomes for our clients. It aims to deliver on this by diversifying ri… Read More
24 May 2019
Better than expected start to 2019 beckons cautious optimism
This could be short-lived however, with a pick-up expected later this year. The US has paused rate hikes, Europe, Japan and t… Read More
24 April 2019
PPS REPORTS SOLID OPERATING PERFORMANCE DESPITE TOUGH MARKET CONDITIONS
PPS Profits are allocated to members with qualifying products annually, and accumulate with investment returns over members’… Read More
24 March 2019
Leave a Lasting Legacy
A critical component of financial planning is tapping into fiduciary services that offer a customised solution that allows a… Read More
24 January 2019
Tips to make the transition from high school to tertiary education smoother
Students will need to learn how to cope with the vast academic differences between high school and tertiary education. This i… Read More
24 January 2019
Managing your budget is key to surviving tough economic times
Financial resolutions often focus on starting – or sticking to – a budget. However, the key to budgeting is being realistic a… Read More
24 January 2019
PPS Joins Plug and Play - Bridging Silicon Valley and South Africa
"At PPS, we know there is so much more we can do for our members to remain relevant in a digitally-driven world," said Billy… Read More
24 December 2018
Beyond Forecasting - PPS launches web based financial planning platform
PPS today announced the launch of PPS Horizon, a web based tool that gives guided financial planning and advice to investors,… Read More
24 December 2018
PPS ACQUIRES SANTAM’S STAKE IN PPS SHORT-TERM INSURANCE BUSINESS
Smit explains that the major reason for the acquisition of Santam’s share is competition related. “It is somewhat sad t… Read More
24 December 2018
Preparing to enter the world of work
So, you’ve completed your degree. Well done. That’s a promising first step to a great career. However, with a vast number of… Read More
24 December 2018
What SA can learn from the Chinese savings culture
While the phrase “made in China” may have a notorious legacy, one thing that is made in China that is not to be scoffed at, i… Read More
24 December 2018
PPS Honours Women With an Empowering Campaign
PPS, the financial services company focused exclusively on graduate professionals, has launched its new “Women acknowledged”… Read More
24 December 2018
PPS Honours Women With an Empowering Campaign
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24 December 2018
The brokers role in business insurance in South Africa
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24 December 2018
Your pre-holiday insurance checklist
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24 November 2018
#RecruitmentFocus: Thinking of making a career change? Make sure you plan for it financially
As such, employers are increasingly recognising the value of employee benefits and have been making strides to help professio… Read More
24 November 2018
Top up your retirement annuity now!
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24 November 2018
Putting Financial Plans To Work To Handle Higher Education Costs Like A Boss
Think about the education inflation and the general cost of living in 10 years’ time, the amounts required are quite enormous… Read More
24 August 2018
PPS Honours Women With an Empowering Campaign
“Irrespective of their qualification, female professionals are not treated as equals to their male counterparts because they… Read More
24 July 2018
What SA can learn from the Chinese savings culture
The savings levels in China are mainly bolstered by household savings, which account for about half of China’s savings. The i… Read More
24 June 2018
Preparing to enter the world of work
So, you’ve completed your degree. Well done. That’s a promising first step to a great career. However, with a vast number of… Read More
24 June 2018
Short-term holiday leasing: Are you covered?
While the need to generate additional income through short-term holiday leasing is understandable, homeowners need to be awar… Read More
24 May 2018
RESULTS OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD ON 22 MAY 2018 (as audited by KPMG)
The eighth annual general meeting of the Trust was held on 22 May 2018 and was attended by the requisite quorum of members (4… Read More
24 May 2018
RESULTS OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING HELD ON 22 MAY 2018 (as audited by KPMG)
The eighth annual general meeting of the Trust was held on 22 May 2018 and was attended by the requisite quorum of members (4… Read More
24 May 2018
NEW REGULATIONS WILL HELP TO IMPROVE YOUR RETIREMENT OUTCOMES
“Preservation is a far better option. Savings continue to grow without interruption and one avoids paying tax by not withdraw… Read More
24 May 2018
NEW REGULATIONS WILL HELP TO IMPROVE YOUR RETIREMENT OUTCOMES
Regular reviews of the South African financial services sector’s regulatory framework is essential to ensure the system remai… Read More
24 April 2018
Beyond Forecasting - PPS launches web based financial planning platform
Brokers and members are now able to evaluate different scenarios and make better investment decisions with the platform’s qui… Read More
24 April 2018
Success is better, shared - PPS allocates R3.7 billion in profits to members in 2017
“Success is better, shared,” says CEO of PPS, Izak Smit. “PPS members enjoy more than just professional cover.
24 April 2018
Success is better, shared - PPS allocates R3.7 billion in profits to members in 2017
Built on the ethos of mutuality, PPS, a financial services company focused exclusively on graduate professionals, showed a st… Read More
24 April 2018
Where there’s no Will there’s little way
Based on current statistics, that the industry has agreed on, it is estimated that as little as 14% of South Africans d… Read More
24 April 2018
WHERE THERE’S NO WILL THERE’S LITTLE WAY
Unfortunately, these types of situations are far too common. Based on current statistics, that the industry has agreed on, it… Read More
24 March 2018
Your pre-holiday insurance checklist
With the various weather phenomenons experienced in 2018, I advise all intermediaries and policyholders to take some basic pr… Read More
24 March 2018
Your pre-holiday insurance checklist
As people are starting to plan and look forward to the upcoming Easter and school holiday period, I urge all policyholders no… Read More
24 March 2018
The brokers role in business insurance in South Africa
One thing however will remain constant: the broker distribution model will always remain relevant and significant withi… Read More
24 February 2018
Top up your retirement annuity now!
“In order to improve this worrying statistic, Government offers great incentives for taxpayers to contribute towards their re… Read More
24 November 2017
Factors to consider when filing tax returns
A tax clearance certificate will only be issued if your tax returns are up to date. Another important reason to file tax retu… Read More
24 November 2017
SA's only race for teams of two sponsored by PPS
PPS operates under the ethos of mutuality, which means that the company exists solely for the benefit of its members, and all… Read More
24 October 2017
Bridging the education workplace gap
This is a common occurrence globally, known as the “education-workplace expectation gap”, and is important to address in orde… Read More
24 August 2017
Financial planning doesn't happen by chance
A woman who is juggling a busy work and home life can easily make excuses that she does not have enough time to create a fina… Read More
24 July 2017
Over half of SA students feel unprepared for tertiary education - Survey
“These results should be a call to action for Government, corporate South Africa, graduate professionals and the students the… Read More
24 July 2017
Mental illness does not have to impact ability to earn an income
“Whilst the patient may require medication, hospitalisation and psychotherapy in order to return to work, this is not a… Read More
24 June 2017
The abuse of legal substances is also drug abuse
“It can be incredibly difficult to get these patients to understand that they have a dependence or addiction that will requir… Read More
24 June 2017
Financial planning for millennials
This generation is also very hungry for educational information and influential content, such as customer reviews, expert com… Read More
24 June 2017
PPS Insurance wins prestigious FIA award
“This award therefore clearly underscores PPS’ commitment to become the leaders in the communities we serve and is testimony… Read More
24 May 2017
Results of the annual general meeting held on 22 May 2017 (as audited by KPMG)
The seventh annual general meeting of the Trust was held on 22 May 2017 and was attended by the requisite quorum of members (… Read More
24 May 2017
SA graduate professionals have low confidence in education system meeting NDP goals
Over half (54%) of the 74% of respondents who indicated that these goals were not realistic, the main reason cited,… Read More
24 May 2017
WITS/PPS Media release: Getting inflation under control?
The survey results show low confidence in the accuracy of past rates of inflation and these perceptions feed into expectation… Read More
24 May 2017
PPS allocates over R2.7 billion in profits to members in 2016 amidst a tough economic climate
He adds that, in addition to the PPS Profit-Share Account allocation of R2.7 billion, a further R2.4 billion was paid to memb… Read More
24 May 2017
PPS allocates over R2.7 billion in profits to members in 2016 amidst a tough economic climate
zak Smit, CEO of PPS, says that 2016 was a very volatile year, not only for the country but the world.
24 April 2017
SA graduate professionals agree that Millennials need different leadership
Motshabi Nomvethe, Technical Marketing Specialist at PPS, states that it is very positive to note that these professionals ac… Read More
24 April 2017
SA graduate professionals agree that Millennials need different leadership
“There has been some controversy about how the new generation (millennials) operate in the workplace, but luckily South Afric… Read More
24 April 2017
Increased awareness about Parkinson’s disease needed
“Progressively there may be reduced ability of facial expression and stiff arm movement when the person is walking. The inabi… Read More
24 April 2017
Lachmann Symposium
If you were not able to attend this prestigious event, you can watch the presentations of our three main speakers, Virgil Sto… Read More
24 April 2017
Stick to your financial plan this festive season
In order to avoid overspending, it is very important to have a clear picture of your finances prior to embarking on any adven… Read More
24 April 2017
The importance of financial planning for the sandwich generation
“Being responsible for family members can cause a lot of financial stress for young people as their monthly budget often leav… Read More
24 April 2017
Winners of the Wits & PPS symposium member competition
The event will explore the legacy of Prof Lachmann who was an exceptional social scientist and his achievements ranged across… Read More
24 March 2017
The role of insurance underwriting
“The purpose of the underwriting process for the insurance company, is to determine what the reasonable terms for the policyh… Read More
24 March 2017
PPS Lachman symposium winners
We are proud to announce winners of the PPS member competition who will be attending the Lachman symposium that will be hoste… Read More
24 March 2017
South Africans urged to lower salt intake
Furthermore, the report states that high consumption of salt is one of the key factors in the development of hypertension, wh… Read More
24 March 2017
PPS Foundation launches pilot mentorship programme
The mentorship programme, which was launched in early February, will provide students, professional graduates, and entry-leve… Read More
24 February 2017
Transfer of Short-Term Insurance Policies
It is important to note that your benefits will remain secure and will remain unchanged notwithstanding the transfer of your… Read More
24 February 2017
Top tips for a stellar CV
Whether you are a university graduate hunting for your first job, or a seasoned professional looking to take the next step to… Read More
24 February 2017
PPS Investments launches innovative digital calculators
The PPS Investments Retirement Health Calculator, helps investors determine whether they are saving enough for retirement, ba… Read More
24 February 2017
PPS Short-Term Insurance launches business insurance solution
“Due to the fact that our clients are graduate professionals, many of them own a private practice or a business and would the… Read More
24 February 2017
Wits & PPS symposium to celebrate the legacy of Professor Ludwig Lachmann on 11-13 April 2017
Izak Smit, PPS Group CEO, says that PPS is very proud to be associated with this world-class symposium. “As PPS exists for it… Read More
24 January 2017
PPS sponsors unique Panorama Cycle Tour
Furthermore, PPS operates under the ethos of mutuality, which means that the company exists solely for the benefit of its mem… Read More
24 January 2017
Career readiness tips for new graduates
“For this reason, the onus is on you to lay the necessary foundations to make a good first impression as you build your caree…
24 January 2017
12 Month Guide to Financial Stability
With the end of the tax year looming, you should use this month as an opportunity to maximise the tax benefits provided by pr… Read More
24 December 2016
Engineers still concerned about government’s infrastructure spend in SA - survey
Rimbault states that the Government also has a responsibility to employ local South African businesses to handle these big pr… Read More
24 December 2016
Tips for parents to save for their kids' school fees
With the start of 2017 looming, many parents may have started to consider the cost of their children’s school and tuition fee… Read More
24 December 2016
Majority of professionals rate work-life balance as average
“Every person’s perception of their balance between work and personal duties will differ. People who get a great deal of pers… Read More
24 November 2016
Medical professionals support shorter working hours for junior doctors – survey
The survey was conducted by PPS - the financial services provider focused on graduate professionals, and almost 400 South Afr… Read More
24 November 2016
Medical professionals believe that South Africans take antibiotics too often - survey
“There is a current consumer trend where a patient arrives at the doctor’s rooms having already ‘researched’ their symptoms o… Read More
24 November 2016
Pre-holiday insurance checklist
It is advisable that policyholders contact their insurance provider or broker to inform them that they will be on holiday to… Read More
24 November 2016
How a lack of sleep impacts people's daily lives
“Sleep disorders are surprisingly common with most people having suffered from some form of sleep deprivation at some point i… Read More
24 November 2016
Majority of SA graduate professionals do not have a financial plan
Referring back to the FPI survey, Coetzee notes that 76% of South Africans in this survey listed their main reason for workin… Read More
24 November 2016
Understanding the role of critical illness and lump sum disability
However, should this tumour be positioned in a difficult place and no surgeon on South Africa will be willing to operate on t… Read More
24 October 2016
Are you insured for your risky and adventurous hobbies?
It is important for these individuals who engage in such extreme activities and adventures to consider having the appro… Read More
24 October 2016
Data reveals high level of breast cancer related claims in SA
This is according to Dr Dominique Stott, Executive: Medical Services and Standards at PPS, who says that it is becoming incre… Read More
24 October 2016
Insurance needs Employed vs Self-employed
This is according to John Marsden, Executive: Life Advisory at PPS, who states that just as there are contrasts between the d… Read More
24 October 2016
Brain drain is still a problem say SA's graduate professionals
“There are many professions that suffer from a shortage of skilled professionals, including doctors, lawyers, dentists and en… Read More
24 September 2016
SA graduate professionals confident in the future of their profession - Survey
“Monetary reward is not high on their priority list as only 19% of the respondents listed earning capacity as a factor that h… Read More
24 September 2016
Plan your career path by considering future trends
Consider how the role of the traditional travel agent as we knew it has changed over the past few years. This industry has ev… Read More
24 September 2016
Perceptions of past inflation determine views of future inflation
Convincing the public is a major challenge to be shared by the SA Reserve Bank who uses the inflation rate for policy purpose… Read More
24 September 2016
Understanding the unique value proposition of PPS - #RareIsRewarding
It is upon this premise that PPS, one of the few financial service providers in South Africa that operates under the ethos of… Read More
24 September 2016
PPS launches innovative Education Cover product
“It also provides an allowance for basic tuition essentials such as textbooks, stationery and residential fees at terti… Read More
24 August 2016
Questions to ask your financial adviser
“The plan should fit a person’s specific needs and provide the correct amount of cover in the event of an unforeseen in… Read More
24 August 2016
Female empowerment essential for all South African businesses
However, this is not true because most females have learned over the years how to successfully balance their work and persona… Read More
24 August 2016
Majority of SA students still consider cost of education a barrier to entry - survey
“This could possibly be due to the fact that fees were not increased at the start of 2016 and students now consider the… Read More
24 July 2016
Tips for graduates paying off student loans
It is important that graduates who do take student loans out are aware of the costs involved and make sure they are informed… Read More
24 July 2016
The difference between age rated and level rated insurance premiums
“As a life insurance policyholder, it is important to understand both the benefits of the policy as well as the ongoing premi… Read More
24 July 2016
Debunking the myths of home contents insurance
“It is devastating to have one’s personal belongings damaged or stolen and this situation is made even worse when they… Read More
24 July 2016
Mike Jackson, PPS Group CEO, announces retirement
The company’s financial results, which show that the total cumulative profit-share allocation to members* was R22 billion ove… Read More
24 June 2016
Tips for young professionals to become financially independent – July savings month
It takes small but impactful changes to one’s spending habits in order to learn how to spend their available funds wisely on… Read More
24 June 2016
Quality of maths and science education in SA a concern for professionals – survey
“However, Government has recognised the dire state of mathematics and science education and is taking active steps to improve… Read More
24 June 2016
Ra-Thusa school principal leadership and management workshop
The workshop is the brain child of Ms Tebogo Rakhudu, an academic administrator at SEBS. It will be held in collaboration wit… Read More
24 June 2016
The value of mentorship for young graduates
“Young graduates who enter the workforce for the first time should seek to find a suitable mentor who will be able to assist… Read More
24 June 2016
Retirement planning - start with the end in mind
Then when I drive through Beaufort West I hope that I am still driving in the right direction. The problem is I still don’t k… Read More
24 June 2016
More than half of students want to work abroad following graduation - survey
The Expat Insider’s InterNations Survey conducted in 2015 also revealed that the top three reasons why South Africans conside… Read More
24 June 2016
Can we expect even higher interest rates?
“If these expectations are realised, the South African Reserve Bank has no option but to increase interest rates,” says Profe… Read More
24 May 2016
Results of the annual general meeting held on 30 May 2016 (as audited by KPMG)
The sixth annual general meeting of the Trust was held on 30 May 2016 and was attended by the requisite quorum of members (51… Read More
24 May 2016
Still too many South Africans smoking – World no Tobacco day
The worldwide increase in e-cigarettes, as well as the ‘vape-culture’, can be attributed to the myth that e-cigarettes a… Read More
24 May 2016
PPS’ Net Promoter Score and customer loyalty above industry standard – life insurance independent index
“These results demonstrate the benefits of mutuality as a business model which means that the company exists sole… Read More
24 May 2016
PPS’ Net Promoter Score and customer loyalty above industry standard – life insurance independent index
PPS’ customer satisfaction score of 77.4 compares very well with the rest of the industry that scored an average of 77.3 out… Read More
24 May 2016
SA universities urged to promote entrepreneurial skills – survey
According to Nomvethe, it was clear from the focus groups that students are keen to secure employment once they have graduate… Read More
24 May 2016
UK diabetes prevention programme to provide a good example for SA
This programme will be extremely valuable in proving how preventative medicine is more effective than treatment when consider… Read More
24 May 2016
How to negotiate insurance premiums during tough financial times
“If a consumer fails to pay their outstanding premiums within the prescribed grace period stipulated in their policy, t… Read More
24 April 2016
PPS ALLOCATES R2.2 BILLION IN PROFITS TO MEMBERS IN 2015
PPS is the largest financial services company in South Africa that operates under the ethos of mutuality, which means that a… Read More
24 April 2016
PPS Short-Term Insurance - The broker model is alive and well
In order to adequately provide for clients’ needs, insurance providers and brokers alike need to ensure that they keep up wit… Read More
24 April 2016
Not enough funds allocated towards infrastructure projects to alleviate water and electricity issues SA engineers survey
Pillay believes that the Government should aim to employ local, registered, experienced senior engineers to avoid any further… Read More
24 March 2016
There is more to a healthy lifestyle than just healthy eating National Health Awareness Month
She explains that a healthy lifestyle is not just about the promotion of good nutrition, but should also include other factor… Read More
24 March 2016
Consumers urged to drive safer during busy Easter period
Nazeer Hoosen, CEO of PPS Short-Term Insurance, says that it is extremely important for consumers to ensure that they practic… Read More
24 March 2016
Sugar tax hailed to drastically reduce South Africans sugar intake
“Many consumers are not aware of the potential health risks that are associated with excessive sugar consumption and how a re… Read More
24 February 2016
Tax increases and interest rate hikes to put South Africans on the path of hardship
“This year’s budget will go down in history as South Africa’s austerity budget with the main aim of avoiding a credit risk ra… Read More
24 February 2016
PPS Short-Term Insurance evolves its business model
“By becoming a short-term insurer, we will be able to design and underwrite new products that provide solution… Read More
24 February 2016
PPS celebrates 75th anniversary announces exciting business developments
“The fact that PPS doesn’t have external shareholders means it is able to concentrate on its long-term commitments. Unlike a… Read More
24 February 2016
Five star green office development in centurion now open
“Investing in green technology will not only lead to cost reductions in the long term, but will also result in reduced… Read More
24 February 2016
Amid tough local economic environment, professionals considering global assets –PPS graduate professional survey
“This tendency towards a global allocation is likely to be a direct reflection on their current perceptions of the… Read More
24 January 2016
Tips for newly employed graduates to succeed in the workplace
These statistics, cited at the 2015 World Economic Forum by the Coca-Cola Africa Foundation, prove that it is becoming… Read More
24 January 2016
South African consumers expect tough times ahead
The implications are clear: Professional South Africans expect higher inflation next year and higher inflation will push up i… Read More
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