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Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer ninja Wendy Knowler, about what two new fraud reports reveal about the scale of financial crime in South Africa, with R2.41 billion lost to digital banking fraud in 2025 and a further R7.44 billion worth of fraud prevented before funds could be stolen. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores…
Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja, Wendy Knowler, about a Centurion woman who honoured a settlement agreement with Standard Bank to repay her home loan at a fixed amount. Although she was assured that no interest would be charged and her statements reflected this, she was nevertheless handed over to debt collectors, who added interest and legal costs and refused to consider her account of…
Stephen Grootes speaks to consumer ninja Wendy Knowler about a listener's frustrating experience with Chery's flagship SUV, where a persistent vibration remained unresolved despite repair attempts on a vehicle costing close to R1 million, raising fresh questions about after-sales support from Chinese car brands. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter,…
Stephen Grootes speaks to consumer ninja Wendy Knowler about the fallout from South Africa's largest-ever medical scheme administration switch, six weeks after 750 000 members were moved from Medscheme to Momentum Health, and why some members are still battling authorisations, claims delays and access to critical care. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio…
Ray White speaks to Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about why some South African cellphone customers are being hit with massive bill increases when their contracts expire, as network discounts quietly fall away and monthly fees suddenly treble. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business…
Steven Grootes speaks to Kwanda Vabaza, Manager for Adjudication at the National Financial Ombud's Banking and Credit Division, about growing concerns over unfair practices in South Africa's credit industry. They discuss the sharp rise in consumer complaints against credit providers, what this says about lending practices in the sector, and what consumers should know about their rights when…
Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja and journalist Wendy Knowler about Thabiso, one of our listeners, whose insurance claim was rejected and cover subsequently cancelled, the controversial practice of underwriting at claims stage, and what it means for policyholders. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest…
Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja and journalist Wendy Knowler about how vulnerable SASSA grant recipients are being targeted with fraudulent funeral policies and unlawful deductions. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance…
Motheo Khoaripe, standing in for Stephen Grootes, speaks to Consumer Ninja and journalist Wendy Knowler about how FNB's airport lounge access system charges clients upfront while only later confirming eligibility. This has left travellers unknowingly billed once their complimentary visits run out. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He…
Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja and journalist Wendy Knowler about the chaotic switch to Momentum Health and why the transition has been such a difficult experience for Bonitas members. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal…
