Financial Empowerment Archives

MSME Funding Realities in South Africa, and What Must Change

Finfind, South Africa’s leading online access to finance solution for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), has released the highly

Managing Your Money, Instead of Letting it Manage You

As South Africans gear up for Youth Month, it’s time to flip the script. To be young isn’t just a

Financial Planning: Why Moms Make a Difference

In conversations about financial planning, we often focus on breadwinners, advisors, and balance sheets. But one of the most powerful

R10 Billion Investment in ECD Retained in New Budget

Real Reform for ECD welcomes the retention of R10bn in new funding to ECD programmes in the May 2025 Budget:

Freeze Spending, Make Winter Work for Your Money

As temperatures plummet and South Africans cosy up indoors, winter isn’t just a time for blankets and warm tea but

How to Spot and Avoid Rental Scams: 8 Must-Know Tips

Growing demand for rental properties and limited availability have made South Africa’s housing market a fertile hunting ground for fraudsters.

How AI-Powered Accounting is Transforming Small Businesses

Artificial intelligence is changing how small businesses like yours manage their finances. They’re moving from time-consuming manual processes to smart,

How one SA Mom Used Temu to Help 800,000 Women Save Big

In a world where rising living costs are squeezing South African households, one Durban mother has transformed her frugality into

How to Get a Bond if you are Self-employed

Millions of South Africans are classified as self-employed today, with GlobalData suggesting the number to be around five million. And

Divorce & Your Pension: What You Need to Know

A divorce doesn’t just end a marriage. It can also have long-term financial consequences, particularly on your pension and provident

Proven Steps using Alternative Funding Strategies

It’s a common conundrum for start-ups and SMEs in South Africa: They are generating revenue but lack capital or tangible

The Lack of Knowledge in The Boxing Ring of Finances

Our South African wallets are a beleaguered lot. This month, electricity prices are going up. Well, it seems all prices

Family Day – The Perfect Time for Family Financial Planning

Every year, March and April remind us to step away from the daily grind and focus on what matters. The

The Retirement Tightrope: Balancing Fear and Risk

Think of retirement spending as walking a tightrope. On one side, there is the fear of outliving your savings: on

Your Bank Account is not Fertile Soil for Growth

If you had a bit of biology or science at school, you would know we need nutrients for fertile soil.

Tips on Managing Debt and Building Financial Stability

March is International Women’s Month—a time to celebrate the strides women have made, while also acknowledging the financial challenges that

Unclaimed Benefits: Check if You’re Eligible for a Payout

Could you be one of the South Africans entitled to a share of the estimated R89 billion in unclaimed benefits

Investing in the Future – Financial Literacy this Women’s Month

With it being International Women’s Month, it is a time to celebrate the achievements of women across industries while reflecting

Tips to make Tax Year-End Easier for SMEs

Many small business owners have their hands full with tax paperwork. If you’re one of them, the admin probably ranks

Unlocking Funding as a Foreign National

According to the most recent numbers available, approximately 2.4 million foreign-born individuals live in South Africa, contributing to the South