Anri Armer, Financial Adviser at Momentum Financial Planning, warns young professionals against lifestyle inflation, encouraging them to use their first paycheque as a foundation for long-term wealth creation through disciplined saving, emergency planning, income protection and early financial advice.

George Kolbe, Head of Life Insurance Marketing and Enablement at Momentum Life Insurance, says young South Africans often underestimate their exposure to sudden risks such as motor vehicle accidents, highlighting the importance of securing life, disability, critical illness and income protection cover early to protect both themselves and their families from unexpected financial hardship.

Peter Tshiguvho, CEO of Metropolitan, says the new No-Lapse Funeral Growth Plan is designed for South Africans with irregular incomes, offering flexible contributions, permanent cover once certain thresholds are reached, and a fully digital, mobile-first experience aimed at improving financial inclusion and reducing policy lapses.

Glenn Grimley, Head of Stash at Liberty, says the new GameDay feature on Liberty’s Stash Tax-Free Investment platform aims to make investing more engaging by linking automated micro-investment contributions to Soccer World Cup match events, helping users build long-term investing habits through everyday moments of excitement and participation.

Marc Beckenstrater, Fund Manager at PSG Asset Management, says bond investors face rising inflation and global uncertainty, making flexible fixed-income strategies, disciplined risk management and capital preservation increasingly important in a volatile market environment.

Pieter Albertyn, Head of Product Solutions at Momentum Savings, says gig workers face unique financial challenges, particularly around retirement planning, income security and access to benefits, highlighting the importance of building long-term savings habits and seeking financial guidance despite the demands of self-employment.