City launches R2.2bn debt write-off plan to help residents

The City of Cape Town has launched a R2.2 billion debt write-off initiative aimed at easing financial pressure on residents and organisations struggling to pay their municipal accounts. The initiative, approved by City Council, forms part of the 2025/26 budget, which also includes expanded rates and services relief. Under this programme, eligible customers can apply…

Vola Finance Launches Vola CreditMap to Help Consumers Navigate Personal Debt and Increase Credit Scores

All-in-one dashboard enables users to track, manage, and optimize loan payments across student loans, mortgages, credit cards, and more NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vola Finance, a personal financial management platform, today announced the launch of its Vola CreditMap, a new loan management dashboard designed to help consumers take control of personal debt…