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Gold Hits Record High: Why It's Not Too Late to Invest
A Historic Milestone Gold has shattered expectations in 2025, reaching an unprecedented all-time high of $4,041.90 per ounce on October...
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The Golden Reins of Heritage: Where Mastery Meets Legacy
A horse and rider's silhouette gracefully outlined against the golden glow of a sunset. Across centuries and continents, few partnerships...
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Gold Soars to Record Highs in South Africa: What You Need to Know
Gold has reached unprecedented levels in South Africa, with the precious metal now trading at approximately R67,659 per ounce as of...
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Why Investment Fees Matter More Than You Think (And How Gold Is Different)
The Silent Wealth Killer Imagine someone quietly taking money from your retirement fund every single year. That's exactly what high...
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Silver Prices Hit 14-Year Peak: What's Driving the Surge?
Silver prices jumped above R850 per ounce on Monday, climbing more than 1%—reaching their highest point in 14 years. This dramatic rise...
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The Golden Thread: How a Precious Metal Rewove the Fabric of Southern African Society
In 1886, a prospector named George Harrison stumbled upon an outcrop of gold-bearing rock on a ridge called the Witwatersrand. This...
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The Human Cost of Gold: How a Century of Migrant Labour Shaped Southern Africa
African Mining Market — “Gold street is where South Africa’s mining history goes to die …” (Photo used in article). The discovery of gold...
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Why Gold Prices Are Rising (And What It Means for Your Money)
In this Feb. 5, 2018, file photo, the seal of the Board of Governors of the United States Federal Reserve System is displayed in the...
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The Randlords: Mining Magnates Who Shaped South Africa
Between the 1870s and early 1900s, a small group of mining magnates known as the Randlords accumulated extraordinary wealth and power...
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The Witwatersrand Gold Rush: How a Discovery Transformed South Africa
In 1886, a discovery on a modest farm would reshape an entire continent. When George Harrison and his companions uncovered gold-bearing...
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Gold Hits $3,500: Why This Could Be Just the Start
Gold prices have shot up past $3,500 per ounce and are now testing $3,600. Financial experts think this could be the beginning of an even...
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Celebrating Our Golden Heritage: How South Africa Shaped the World's Gold Story
This Heritage Day, we honour the precious metal that built a nation and continues to shine as a symbol of South African resilience and...
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Why Smart People Are Buying Silver
Your Grandmother's Secret Weapon Picture this: Your grandmother keeps a small stash of gold jewellery "just in case." She's onto...
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Gold vs Silver: A Simple Guide for Everyday Investors
Ever wondered whether you should buy gold or silver? There's actually a simple trick that can help you decide, and it doesn't require a...
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A Fresh Season for Precious Metals: Why Spring is Silver’s Time to Shine
As South Africa welcomes the first signs of spring, there’s an energy of renewal and fresh beginnings all around us. Just as the seasons...
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The Golden Truth: Why Your Grandfather's Investment Advice Wasn't So Crazy After All
How a single Krugerrand bought in 2005 would have outperformed every sophisticated portfolio strategy in South Africa. Remember when your...
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The Enduring Power of Gold: Why Ancient Money Still Matters in Our Digital Age
In an era of cryptocurrency volatility and fiat currency uncertainty, the world's oldest store of value remains remarkably relevant The...
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UNLEASH THE POWER OF EARLY SAVINGS: Your Child's Golden Future Starts TODAY!
Listen up, champions! Time is your greatest ally, and RIGHT NOW is the moment to harness its unstoppable force for your child's future!...
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Style and Substance: Match Your Portfolio to Your Power Look
A bold blazer. A statement heel. A crisp white shirt that says you mean business. Your style speaks before you do but what if your...
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The Golden Thread: Women's Day and the Enduring Value of Courage
9 August 2025 There is something about the quality of light in August that makes you think of permanence. Perhaps it's the way the winter...
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