What is Code Cash?
Code Cash is a free resource helping South Africans make smarter decisions with their money. We publish clear, practical guides on banking, loans, savings, investing, and government grants — written in plain language for everyday people.
Who is this for?
Whether you are opening your first bank account, trying to reverse a payment, comparing loan options, or checking your SASSA grant status, Code Cash is here to help. Our guides are written for low and middle income South Africans who want honest, jargon-free financial information.
What we cover
- Banking — How-to guides for Capitec, FNB, ABSA, Nedbank, Standard Bank, TymeBank, and more
- Personal Finance — Budgeting, debt management, credit scores, loans, and insurance
- Financial Planning — Saving, retirement, tax-free accounts, and building long-term wealth
- Investing — Getting started with the JSE, ETFs, EasyEquities, and cryptocurrency
- Digital Retail — Mobile payments, airtime deals, online shopping tips, and rewards programmes
- SASSA and Government Grants — Application guides, payment dates, and status checks
Our approach
We are not financial advisors and we do not sell financial products. Code Cash is an independent information site. We research topics thoroughly, keep our guides up to date, and focus on what actually helps people manage their money better. If a guide is out of date, let us know and we will update it.
For more information about how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy.