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Profiling the financial planner

Blue Chip speaks to Katlego Mei, financial planner at Galileo Capital, about the profession of financial planning.

Why medical aid alone is not enough

Understanding limitations related to a client’s existing cover allows brokers to recommend suitable gap cover products that address specific shortfalls.
Danie van den Bergh, Head of Acquisitions: Momentum Advice

Anchored in advice

Danie van den Bergh, head of acquisitions, Momentum Financial Planning, says it is important that FAs work with providers who offer the necessary support so they can focus on doing what they do best – advise.

ESG: the heartbeat of responsible advice

Financial freedom is not just a goal – financial freedom is a journey, writes Kobus Kleyn, CFP®, Kainos Wealth. ESG ensures that this journey is not only profitable, but purposeful.

Second surge of savings pot withdrawals

While the savings pot offers members flexibility to manage financial emergencies, Alexforbes urges retirement fund members to carefully assess the long-term consequences of such withdrawals.
Andrew Padoa, Portfolio Manager, Sasfin Wealth

Unlocking success: The power of process in sports and investing

According to Andrew Padoa, Portfolio Manager at Sasfin Wealth, a well-defined and repeatable process is one of the keys to success for achieving superior outcomes in both sports and investing.
Fundiswa Pikashe, Head of Distribution: Structured Solutions, Absa Corporate and Investment Banking

Leading the way to pan-Africanism

Absa Index and Structured Solutions sits within Global Markets in the Corporate and Investment Banking division of Absa and is fundamental in the group’s objective of being a leading pan-African bank. Blue Chip caught up with Fundi Pikashe, CFP®, Head of Distribution: Structured Solutions, Corporate and Investment Banking, Absa.
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Socially responsible investment: a lifeline, not a passing trend

According to David Le Page, Director, Fossil Free South Africa, if you are a truly conscientious financial advisor, there’s a vital conversation that you should be having with your clients: climate change.
Corinne da Silva, CFP®, Business Development Manager, Jigsaw Financial Services

The future of group risk: why a consultative approach is key...

According to Corinne da Silva, CFP®, Business Development Manager at Jigsaw Financial Services, advisors play a crucial role in guiding employers and employees through their options, ensuring risk benefits are structured effectively and members understand their cover.
Tim Slatter, Creator of Contatto and Director, Slatter Communications

If you don’t pay, you don’t stay

Tim Slatter, Director at Slatter Communications looks at why authentic communication could be a hidden key to client retention.
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What makes a compelling offshore platform?

Momentum Wealth International empowers South African clients to invest globally with confidence, offering an investment platform that is secure, flexible, and tailored to individual needs.

FPI Celebrates Excellence at the 2025 FPI Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner

The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) proudly announced the winners of the 2025 FPI Awards at its prestigious Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony, held on the evening of 3 November 2025 at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg.

Corion Capital

Corion Capital was founded in 2001, previously a division of Brait Ltd.

Diversification is the only free lunch

Corion Capital is a pioneer of the South African hedge fund industry whose funds have been able to comfortably outperform their benchmarks since inception and with lower volatility. Blue Chip speaks to Garreth Montano, CEO, Corion Capital.

Pride and professionalism

Blue Chip speaks to Bashkar Rattan from Rattan Wealth and Fiduciary Consultants about his successful career as an independent CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®.
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