This Savings Month, Discovery Life highlights why young professionals should consider life insurance early. With affordable premiums, living benefits like income protection, and critical illness cover, starting young helps secure your financial future—and your ability to protect what matters most.

As climate risks grow, South African SMEs have a crucial role in the green transition. Shawn Charlie of Business Partners Limited outlines cost-effective sustainability strategies, highlighting how small shifts can boost resilience, reduce costs, and attract eco-conscious customers—backed by tailored SME funding solutions.

Climate change is emerging as a critical workplace health risk in Africa, impacting physical and mental well-being. Kristen Fourie of Sanlam Investments urges employers and financial institutions to address climate-driven health challenges through proactive risk management, workplace policies, and innovative insurance solutions.

Since launching its flagship Myriad product in 2002, Momentum Life Insurance has paid an impressive R77,9 billion in claims. These payouts reflect more than just numbers, they represent promises honoured and real financial support for families, businesses, and futures during life’s most challenging moments.

Young professionals are entering the workforce with more financial pressure and fewer safety nets than previous generations. For this cohort, financial wellbeing isn't just about earning it’s about safeguarding their progress, managing risks, and finding value in every financial decision.

Howard Freese, Certified Financial Planner at Old Mutual Personal Finance, highlights how new fathers are often caught off guard by how quickly the pressure mounts. “There’s this moment when you realise, you’re not just responsible for yourself anymore — and it changes the way you think about every rand you spend.”