It’s been a busy season for our Co-Founder and CEO, Damon Sivitilli. Over the past few months, he’s sat down with some of South Africa’s most respected business journalists and broadcasters to talk about a topic close to our hearts: the growing debt pressure facing South Africans, especially those under 35, and the practical steps that lead to real financial freedom.
At Vantage Debt Management, we believe these conversations matter. The more openly we talk about debt, the easier it becomes for people to ask for help. If you missed any of the features, here’s a roundup so you can read, listen, and catch up in your own time.
Sunday Times Business Times: the rise of youth debt
In the Sunday Times Business Times, Sivitilli unpacked the spending and borrowing habits that are pushing younger South Africans into debt distress from store cards and subscriptions to everyday convenience apps that quietly normalise credit. It’s a candid look at why the under-35 generation is carrying more debt than the ones before it.
Read the full feature → https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/business/2026-05-16-spending-trends-driving-youth-into-debt-distress/
Moneyweb Now Podcast with Simon Brown
On MoneywebNow, Sivitilli joined Simon Brown for an honest, no-fluff conversation about young South Africans, credit, and the financial pressure that often goes unspoken. A practical listen for anyone wanting to understand the numbers behind the headlines and where debt counselling fits in as a way out.
Watch the conversation → https://www.moneyweb.co.za/moneyweb-podcasts/moneyweb-now/disney-and-ferrari-results-any-more-value/
CapeTalk Breakfast Show with Africa Melane
On the CapeTalk Breakfast Show, Sivitiili spoke with Africa Melane about turning financial fear into financial freedom in 2026, sharing the behaviours and practical steps that help South Africans budget better and take back control of their money.
Tune in → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGROHyezrfM
Feeling the pressure yourself? You’re not alone
If these conversations hit close to home, there’s a clear path forward. As an NCR-registered debt counsellor, Vantage can consolidate your repayments into one affordable monthly amount and negotiate lower interest with your creditors. Explore our debt solutions or browse our frequently asked questions to see how the process works.
Ready to take the first step? Request a free financial assessment, and one of our consultants will walk you through the journey.