2026 FPI Awards are officially open
The 2026 FPI Awards are officially open! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to shine and be celebrated for your exceptional contributions to the financial planning profession.
Courage, compassion and consistency: a journey from zero to 1,300 clients
Building a sustainable advisory practice demands consistency, resilience and genuine care for people, says Martin Loots, Medical Aid Advisor at Medihelp.
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.
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.
Brittle financial health: the male crisis hiding in plain sight
Financial distress does not manifests in the same way and this is especially true for men. By Prof. Prince Sarpong, PhD, CFP®, Associate Professor, School of Financial Planning Law, Faculty of Law, University of the Free State.
A conversation for perspective: the first step in influencing client decisions
Many factors influence clients’ perspectives when they make decisions. Rob Macdonald believes the key is to help the client develop an awareness of their perspective, which is easier said than done.
Strategic learning for practising professionals: a case-based approach
In a financial services environment that is constantly evolving, seasoned practitioners understand that professional development does not end with certification. Explore new courses at the School of Financial Planning at UFS.
The Crème de la Crème – meet our three finalists
The Financial Planner of the Year Award was launched in 2000 and is the most prestigious award in the industry. It recognises South Africa’s top CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® – a stellar professional who exhibits revolutionary ideas, consummate skill and unimpeachable ethics when dealing with clients. Meet our three finalists: Theoniel McDonald CFP®, Brendan Dunn CFP® and Nicola Langridge CFP®
Reimagining retirement
As financial advisers, helping clients navigate retirement planning is one of the most impactful roles they play. Fareeya Adam, CEO of structured products and annuities at Momentum Wealth, believes there is a better way for clients to plan and structure their finances when they retire by ensuring a sustainable income and blending the need for certainty and flexibility.
Midlife recalibration: guiding clients through the midlife transition
Between 45 and 60, many clients feel a growing pull to recalibrate. It’s not a crisis, but a shift – a phase where priorities change, purpose is reassessed and conversations with financial planners take on a different tone. By Kim Potgieter, MD, Chartered Wealth Solutions, Author of Midlife Money Makeover.
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The 2026 guide to Hedge Funds and Hedge Fund Managers in South Africa
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