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Here's How Much Cassper Nyovest Owed SARS Reiloe Maele Phoolo, Cassper Nyovest , is a renowned rapper, songwriter, record producer and entrepreneur. In this article, I will tell you how he ended up owing the South African Revenue Services (SARS) , how much and what helped him with the debt. Cassper Nyovest rarely talks about his personal struggles, but in a recent interview with Slikouronlife , on Kaya FM . He opened up about a challenging time when he owed the South African Revenue Service (SARS) R16,8 Million and he had to pay R700,000 every month for two years. He explained, "If I missed a payment, they would reverse the agreement and keep what I had already paid, leaving me with just R50 000  after making R700 000 rand  or more each month." This period followed his Fill-Up the Dome concert at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Soon after, the COVID-19 Coronavirus struck, leaving him unemployed while managing car payments and employees.  Fortunately, he met Lekau, who inspired...

Maximising Daily Earnings on Opera MiniPay , a blockchain-based stablecoin wallet integrated into the Opera Mini browser, offers South Africans a unique opportunity to earn daily rewards through its  2% weekly reward campaign .  By leveraging this feature and strategic wallet management, users can aim to generate $5 daily in stablecoins like cUSD , USDC , or  USDT . This article provides a step-by-step guide to help you achieve consistent daily earnings of $5 with MiniPay in South Africa, emphasising practical strategies and the importance of maintaining an optimal balance. Understanding Opera MiniPay and Its Reward System. Opera MiniPay is a non-custodial wallet built on the Celo blockchain , enabling quick, low-cost transactions with stablecoins pegged to the US dollar. Opera MiniPay launched in South Africa (SA) as part of Opera’s Web3 initiative, it addresses local challenges like high transaction fees and currency volatility (the South African Rand (ZAR) is amon...

As a crypto enthusiast frustrated with theoretical hype, I sought practical applications for digital currencies. That's when I discovered Opera MiniPay , a streamlined wallet integrated into the Opera Mini browser that promises smooth transactions. I tested it with USDT on the Celo network —a stablecoin pegged to the dollar—and was stunned by how effortless crypto spending could be. The Setup: No bulky downloads. I updated Opera Mini, created a wallet in two taps, secured my recovery phrase, and transferred USDT  (also know as Tether ) from an exchange. The interface was refreshingly simple—no crypto jargon, just clear options to send or request funds. Coffee Break Revolution: My first test: buying coffee at a crypto-friendly café. The barista scanned my 4.50 USDT payment via QR Code. I entered the amount approved the transaction(with a 4.50 USDT payment via QR code. I entered the amount approved for the transaction (with a 0.01 network fee), and within seco...

 Make R2700 Every Week Online A ccrue is a payment gateway that enables you to make cross-border payments quickly across Africa using your local currency. In association with Cashramp, Accrue also allows you to register as a Cashramp Agent, creating a peer-to-peer network where you can assist others in acquiring stablecoins for payments, investments, or savings. To become a Cashramp Agent, open the Accrue app , go to Settings, scroll down to the bottom, and click on “Become A Cashramp Agent.” Before you can process transactions, you need to fund your Cashramp account. Additionally, you can set your preferred buy and sell rates, which can help you earn interest on every transaction or payment request you handle.  Many Cashramp Agents earn up to $150 (R2,700) per month, and there is no limit to how much you can earn through Cashramp. The following video will help you gain a much broader understanding of Cashramp and how to get started and earn money. Source:  Smart PayDay L...

 Sassa gold and black card South African Social Security Agency ( SASSA ) beneficiaries have until 20 March 2025 to swap their expiring Gold Cards for Postbank Black Cards.  While payments will continue post-deadline, failing to switch cards by then disrupt access to funds.   After 20 March 2025, unchanged Gold Cards will not function at ATMs , retailers, or cashback points all around South Africa.  Beneficiaries who miss the deadline must visit their nearest Post Office branches to collect grants in person , creating potential delays, travel costs, and overcrowding risks. Rural recipients face added challenges if the distance from Post Offices, despite planned mobile units.   Critically, the deadline marks the Gold Card’s deactivation, not the end of new applications.  Postbank Black Cards can still be obtained post-March 2025 , but funds remain inaccessible until the swap occurs.  The extension responds to public frustrat...

  The pursuit of cures for  HIV and cancer  involves complex scientific challenges unique to each disease. Here’s a summary of their timelines and probabilities of success: HIV: Likely to See a "Functional Cure" First 2030s Here is the reason why. Functional vs. Sterilising Cure : A " functional cure " (long-term remission without daily medication) is more achievable in the next 10–15 years. Examples like the " Berlin Patient " and " London Patient " (cured via bone marrow transplants ) prove it’s possible, albeit not scalable yet.   Targeted Mechanism: HIV is a single virus with a well-understood structure, making it easier to focus research on eradicating or suppressing it.   Progress in Gene Therapy : CRISPR-based treatments and "shock-and-kill" strategies (to flush latent viruses from reservoirs) are advancing rapidly.    Initial Challenges The scalability and accessibility of therapies like  gene editing  remain significant hu...