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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.

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.

How DIY investing fits in with financial advice: A conversation with...

DIY investing has surged in popularity, but where does professional advice fit in? The Finance Ghost sat down with Kapil Joshi of Momentum Wealth to unpack the rise of DIY investing, the risks, and the role of financial advisers.

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.

Blending annuities

Johann Swanepoel, Head of Pricing and Proposition at Just SA, discusses a strategic approach to help retirees navigate retirement income challenges.

How to stretch retirement savings without chasing unrealistic returns

Clients no longer have to choose between the certainty of a life annuity and the flexibility of a living annuity. By Martiens Barnard, Marketing Actuary at Momentum Wealth.

Enhancing post-retirement income with discretionary solutions

When used strategically alongside compulsory retirement funds, discretionary money can significantly improve a retiree’s financial position.

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.

The spirit of growth, generosity and renewal

The CEO of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa shares the FPI’s latest news.
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Why are more South Africans returning to their retirement savings?

Why are more South Africans returning to their retirement savings?  Therese Grobler, Head of Wealth Management at Momentum Financial Planning (MFP) takes a closer look at the emerging patterns behind withdrawals and what they reveal about how people are navigating financial pressure today. 

Modern portfolio thinking: How diversification is evolving for today’s markets

In today’s evolving investment landscape, diversification remains central to building resilient portfolios. While traditional portfolios, anchored in equities and bonds, still matter, recent shifts have encouraged investors to broaden their approach.

Listening: the financial planner’s “tape measure”

The key to ensuring the financial plan fits the client’s life, not just their wallet.

ABSA: Putting client needs at the centre of portfolio decisions

Investors and their advisors must first undertake a needs analysis in order to determine the investor’s investment objectives.

Future-proof your move: why your next qualification should be immersive

With AI, globalisation and rapid economic shifts reshaping industries overnight, the skills that guaranteed stability yesterday are quickly becoming obsolete and are being replaced by advanced technologies.
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