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Alicia Davids, CEO, ASISA Academy

Transforming teaching, impacting the industry

Inspired by the positive impact that high-quality education has in the life of an individual who embraces opportunity, Alicia Davids, CEO of the ASISA Academy, has made a positive impact in the lives of many. Blue Chip caught up with her.
University of Johannesburg

Climb the industry ladder

Elevate your skills and career aspirations with the University of Johannesburg. Anrich van Jaarsveld, Programme Manager and Financial Planning Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg shares how
Wallace Barnes CA(SA), Analyst ,Steyn Capital Management

Why hedge funds offer a smarter path to uncorrelated returns

According to Wallace Barnes, Steyn Capital Management, diversification of uncorrelated assets within a portfolio significantly reduces its overall volatility without compromising expected returns.
Alungile Gcaza and Stephán Engelbrecht, co-founders of Mazi NextGen with Mazi Asset Management.

The AI revolution in asset management: Navigate the hype and embrace the...

Mazi Asset Management is committed to continuous innovation, exploring new ways to leverage AI to improve our investment process, enhance operational efficiency and deliver exceptional client service.
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The current state of healthcare access for freelancers and artists

One of the primary hurdles freelancers and artists face is managing the cost of healthcare amid their fluctuating income. Medihelp recognises the unique needs of freelancers and provides cost-saving options, such as network alternatives, which can help reduce monthly membership fees.
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The sirens of the industry

Research has shown that this is what investors trade for the certainty and complexity of “exciting” investments, where good stories persuade us far more...
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Digital skills every leader needs for the future

Data analytics has proven to be a game changer in the business world but it is just one of the many digital skills that the modern business leader needs to manage the future. By Cohen Appanah.
Dr Chriswell Baloyi, Founder and CEO, Matiyimela Investments

At the forefront of wealth creation

As founder and CEO of Matiyimela Investments, Dr Chriswell Baloyi has built a reputation for excellence and a track record of success. Blue Chip speaks to him about achieving financial freedom.
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A user’s guide to unemployment statistics

The report is released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and details the state of the labour market in the United States (US). The...
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Do you really know your partner for life?

John Kotze, Head of Retail Protection Product Marketing at Old Mutual, highlights the striking similarities between marriage and the contractual commitments of a life insurance policy, particularly in terms of life protection coverage (including death, disability, illness, and funeral benefits).
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The hidden complexities of trust beneficial ownership compliance

According to Sandile Khumalo,LLM (Unisa), FPSA®, GTP(SA), Fiduciary Practitioner, Lex24, financial advisors frequently recommend the use of trusts as an estate planning tool and in some instances, they serve as the professional trustee on client trusts.
Olwethu Masanabo, CFP®

Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa announces new board chair

At its Annual General Meeting (AGM), the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) announced the appointment of Olwethu Masanabo, CFP®, as the new Chairperson of the Board—signifying a seamless and strategic shift in leadership within the organisation.
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PROpulsion Tech 2025: Lead the Change

Join the only event in South Africa dedicated to exploring how technology is changing financial advice and planning.  Hosted virtually by PROpulsion on the 5th and 7th of August 2025.
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