Marzanne Jordaan, Franchise Principal and Financial Adviser at Consult by Momentum, believes that the F.I.R.E (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement is once again gaining traction in 2026, but in a more contemporary form.

As regulatory reform reshapes the advice landscape, Masthead Financial Planning (MFP) has unveiled a refreshed brand identity as it enters its 15th year.

Gerard Abrahamse, General Manager at ASI Property, says the long-term sustainability of South Africa’s community schemes depends on stronger financial discipline, proactive levy collection and professional management to prevent rising arrears, deferred maintenance and declining property values.

Elelwani Ravele, Advisory Partner at Citadel, says long-term financial success depends more on disciplined behaviour and structured wealth management than on market movements, urging South Africans to manage their personal finances with the same strategy, governance and consistency as a successful business

Desiree Raghubir, Associate Director and Certified Financial Planner® at BDO Wealth, says South African families should regularly review trust structures as beneficiaries emigrate, since changing tax residency rules can create unintended tax, compliance and legacy-planning consequences.

Thomas Berry, Head of Sales at PSG Wealth, says financial resilience is driven less by income and more by mindset, habits and emotional awareness, with confidence around money built gradually through consistent financial decisions and a sense of control.