Last resort for South Africa’s middle class

BusinessTech | 07-09-2026 01:28pm |

South Africa's middle-class households are the largest withdrawers of two-pot retirement savings, using the funds as a last resort to cover basic living costs. This trend highlights the financial strain faced by the middle class amid economic challenges. The withdrawals indicate that many are turning to retirement savings to meet immediate needs.

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