Stories – Values and Money

Lessons from a taxi accountant

If you’ve ever sat in the front seat of a South African taxi, you probably didn’t plan on becoming a part-time cashier with zero training and a deep fear of being yelled at by strangers. Welcome to taxi accounting – the informal financial system that makes a stokvel treasurer's job look like a holiday.

How to have fewer hands on your finances

Money. It’s never really yours, is it? By the time your salary hits your account, it already has an array of fingerprints on it. So how do you take back control of your finances when it feels like they have become a communal fund?

How to avoid Janu-worry

Ahhh, December – the month of family, friends, parties, and most importantly... early paydays and bonuses! You’ve got a swagger in your step as you wave goodbye to your office for 2024. Time to relax and unwind. After all, it’s been a long year, and you deserve to treat yourself, right?

Festive budgeting tips

This fun infographic offers some useful tips for making the most of your money this festive season.

Don’t let Black Friday leave you feeling blue

It’s Black Friday time again and what started as a trend in several parts of the world has now evolved into a global phenomenon. But don’t get trapped into debt by buying things you don't need.

Money advice to my 18-year-old self

The most important advice that I’d give myself is about money. Having studied the topic for years, and having taught children, teenagers and adults on the subject, I’ve seen first-hand how healthy money habits can dramatically change a child’s future.

How money stress affects your mental health

Worrying about money is a reality for many of us, even with interest rate cuts and the petrol prices going down. Your state of mind can influence your money values and financial behaviours, no matter how much money you make.

Improve your money values, improve your mental health

When we take practical steps to improve our money values and habits, we free ourselves from the constant anxiety of survival mode. As we regain control over our finances, we create space for growth, confidence and mental peace.

Understanding your money heritage

The heritage council defines heritage as “what we have inherited from the past, to value and enjoy in the present, and to preserve and pass on to future generations.” But what has your heritage taught you about the value of money?

How can women thrive when it comes to money values?

As we celebrate women in August, we know that they face a unique set of financial challenges. How can women thrive when it comes to their money values?

How to save during any season

As South Africans we are definitely known for our resilience and our ability to ride out storms. But one thing we aren't known for is being a "nation of savers". Why do we find it so hard to save?

Why we should talk about money in church

The Bible has a lot to say about money, but in church we often restrict our conversations about finances to tithing, church building funds and offerings. What can Christians do to help their faith communities get financially healthy?