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Planning For Unexpected Education Costs In 2022

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According to Stats SA, education fees increased by 4.1% in 2021, compared to 6.4% in 2020. Primary and secondary school fees increased by 2.5% and 4.3% respectively in 2021 (compared with 7.3% and 7.6% in 2020). While many parents will have enjoyed a temporary reprieve, as 2021 annual increases were the lowest in 30 years, education remains extremely expensive. Add the unexpected costs, and parents could battle to keep up. Shafeeka Anthony, Marketing Manager of justmoney.co.za speaks to us about tips for how to plan for these costs.
17 Jan 2022 11AM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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