Stories – Values and Money

How can you be generous and still set boundaries?

What happens when people-pleasers prioritize others' happiness above their own? We explore the valuable lessons of setting financial boundaries, learning when to say no, and guarding our financial well-being.

Surviving 'black tax’ and setting financial boundaries

How do we navigate family requests for money while still balancing our other financial responsibilities and goals?

How the things we value impact our financial decisions and long-term goals

The things we value can have a significant impact on our financial decisions. Our values influence how we prioritize our spending and saving, as well as the goals we set for our financial future.

What hope do the matrics of 2023 have?

Roughly 40% of Grade 1 learners will exit our school system before they even reach Grade 12, according to The Zero Dropout campaign. If this is the case, then what hope do those who finish high school and dream of going into university have?

How to talk to your kids about the value of money

Your money values are shaped by your childhood experiences with money, your current income, your social groups, and your goals and ambitions. Teaching kids about the value money helps them become responsible adults in the future.

Indulging in a bit of responsible fun this festive season

We all want a reel-worthy Christmas, but ongoing financial strains might nip all our plans in the bud. Here is how not to go broke while chasing the ‘soft life’ this December.

Don’t just walk in on Black Friday, consider all your options

There’s much to consider before joining the Black Friday frenzy.

Olefile Masangane talks men, expensive alcohol & controlling spending during the festive season

South African men are warned to curb their spending on alcohol and to make better financial choices during the festive season.

Arnold Ravhutulu says renewing your attitude towards money can help you achieve your goals

South Africans need to take risks and not get comfortable in their challenging circumstances.

Lerato Chabedi talks sugar daddies and why young women need financial advice

Lerato is teaching young people about money in an industry where there is pressure to portray a glamorous lifestyle

Adivhaho Makhado talks money values and reaching out to South Africans via radio and beyond

Black tax and generational poverty have affected black South Africans’ ability to manage their money.

Bohlale lives out her money values

Bohale took the lessons she was learning about money and values at the Ikemeleng youth centre in Alexandra and put them into action.