Legacy planning: an act of care
In South Africa, the complexities of cultural and economic factors can make dealing with loss even more challenging. That’s why being proactive about legacy planning is so important. Siyasanga Kashe, Executive Member Solutions at Momentum Corporate, shares five key guidelines to assist you in safeguarding your legacy.
A will is not a commodity
To create a valid and comprehensive will can be a costly and time-consuming exercise, so it's best to plan before you draft, writes Louis van Vuren, CFP®, FPSA®, TEP, the outgoing CEO of the Fiduciary Institute of Southern Africa (FISA®).
Retirement, financial education, and the curious role of AI
David Venter (Head of School: Milpark School of Financial Services) writes about the irony that retirement knowledge doesn’t change behaviour, and reveals how best to turn retirement numbers Into action.
Legacy with purpose: empowering South Africans through knowledge
Siyasanga Kashe is a force for change in South Africa’s employee benefits landscape. As executive for member solutions at Momentum Corporate, she brings both strategic insight and heartfelt commitment to making financial wellness accessible to all.
UJ joins the CPD landscape with a dynamic Masterclass series
University of Johannesburg lecturer Amira Asvat (CFP®) shares an update on the university's dynamic new Masterclass series.
Learnings from the field: IFA mergers and acquisitions
Kathryn van Dongen (Group COO, Carmel Wealth) shares what she has learned about IFA mergers and acquisitions through her work with top IFA practices.
From wealth to wellbeing: helping clients thrive, not just survive
Behavioural science has shown that an individual's relationship with money is surprisingly complex, writes Marius van der Merwe, CEO, Amity Investment Solutions.
Accountability: taking ownership of outcomes
Kobus Oosthuizen (CFP®, Manager: Legal & GRC, FPI) discusses the importance of accountability and why the FPI has added it to their Code of Ethics.
3% Inflation could change everything
A lower inflation benefit to society does not necessarily align with higher investment returns. How should we consider the impact on financial planning? By Peter Foster, Chief Investment Officer, Fundhouse.
Should you invest in gold?
Does gold warrant a place in a diversified investment portfolio? Michael Mgwaba, Head of Exchange Traded Products at Absa CIB, ran the numbers to find a definitive answer to the age-old debate.
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AI is a force multiplier
Make sure you're multiplying the right things, writes Johan Vosloo, CEO, Headspace Technologies.
AI: levelling the playing field
It is no secret that small FSPs are operating in an increasingly demanding environment writes Theoniel McDonald, CFP®, Chair: FIA Financial Planning Executive Committee and Head of Financial Planning, Carmel Wealth and Wealth Associates.
Financial Intermediaries Association of Southern Africa leadership changes
The Financial Intermediaries Association of Southern Africa (FIA) has announced a change in leadership that will take effect from 1 January 2027.
Conversation as technology and how it influences outcomes
In an age of AI and technological breakthroughs, the most powerful tool in financial planning may still be humanity’s oldest: conversation. Discover why listening, empathy and meaningful dialogue are essential to building client trust and delivering better advice. By Rob Macdonald.
The hidden drivers of estate conflict
Some of the most emotionally complex conversations planners deal with happen after a client dies, writes Kim Potgieter, CFP®, Managing Director, Chartered Wealth Solutions.




















