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Ekapa - Member Financial Wellness

Ekapa - Member Financial Wellness

In partnership with Momentum.


Helping our members grow by promoting financial learning and literacy, with the ultimate goal of improving their financial well-being.

Factoid
In 1980, a bag of Simba crisps cost 99c. How much do you think a 2l milk cost?
When you invest, you must beat inflation. This is why South Africans can't afford to put their money under the mattress.
Article
Having the difficult estate planning conversation with your family
Many families avoid talking about life insurance and estate planning. This is an opportunity to explain your decisions, so that no one feels hurt due to a misunderstanding.
Article
Getting a divorce? Check your life insurance policy.
Often you’ll need to make changes to your life policy after a divorce.
Tips
Are you sandwiched between looking after your parents and kids?
If you’re part of the sandwich generation, you’ll know how stressful this can get. Here are some tips on how to cope.
Article
It's good to talk to your kids about money
Families can use everyday 'teachable moments' to set their children up for financial success
Factoid
Why money isn't as simple as it seems.
These common beliefs about money are not necessarily true!
Article
Do you have financial anxiety? Here's how to calm your money nerves.
Do you procrastinate when it comes to opening the bills every month? Or stay awake at night worrying about money? Find out what financial anxiety is and how to manage it.
Factoid
How much would you have today if you had invested R1,000 in Apple 10 years ago?
Think you know the answer?
Article
Thinking of changing jobs?
Congratulations! But make sure you make the right decision when it comes to your retirement savings.
Form
Are you financially fit?
Take this quick quiz and find out.
Podcast
Do you feel overwhelmed thinking about money?
In this podcast Levashni Naicker (Communications Specialist) talks to Paul Nixon (Head of behavioural finance) about investor behavior, investment noise and what happens when we are faced with too many choices.
Tips
Lose your job? Don't make rash decisions.
Thinking of spending your payout? Paying off debt? Opening a business? Read this before you make any decisions.
Article
Fun fact: In 1980, Pepsi cost R0.33. In 2023, it costs R9.99.
When you invest, you must beat inflation. This is why South Africans can’t afford to put their money under the mattress.
Factoid
Thinking of buying sneakers?
Instead of buying new sneakers in 2016, you could have bought Nike shares and made your money grow 6-times over.
Tool
Let's talk about school fees and other monthly education costs
Use this calculator to work out your monthly school bills
Factoid
Rules for good money management.
4 pointers for your 2023 financial plan.
Podcast
Making sense of annuities
In this podcast Niel Joubert (Communications Manager) talks to Elri Pienaar (Manager: Income and Structured Solutions) about annuities.
Form
Have you updated your will?
You’ve dedicated your life to make sure your loved ones are taken care of. Don't leave them worrying about their finances because your estate was short of cash.
Article
Do you pay towards the care of your parents as well as your children?
The ‘sandwich generation’ is shorthand for those who financially look after parents as well as children. Are you part of the sandwich generation? If so, you need to consider your parents’ needs in your financial plan.
Factoid
You can't get back time. Don't waste it.
Life lessons on managing your time.
Form
Has your financial position changed?
Use this checklist to find out if you have all your financial bases covered.
Article
5 tips for building your emergency savings fund
It’s more important than ever to build up emergency savings that you can fall back on when the world gives you a financial knock.
Article
Do you know which extra benefits come with your salary?
If you’re employed, the chances are that you get retirement and insurance benefits along with your salary.
Guides
Financial to-do list if you're planning to have a baby
Life often hands us surprises, and we can’t plan for every situation - but if you follow this financial to-do list, you’ll be better prepared for your life as a parent.
Article
Help your employees become financially secure
If one of your employees becomes disabled or severely ill, will they be able to manage financially?
Video
Premium lamb chops for R6.60
Sounds dodgy, right? See how inflation can leave a bad taste in your mouth.
Form
Are you making these common money mistakes?
Your long-term wealth depends on the choices you make with each challenge you encounter as you move through life. Check how you are doing with this quiz.
Tips
Congratulations on your engagement!
Here are a few tips to help you look after your special ring.
Article
Do you earn more than your partner? Let’s talk about it.
When one partner earns more than another, there’s bound to be complications. It’s time to talk about how to manage your finances, especially if you’re in the tricky position of earning more than your partner.
Tool
Are you about to have a baby?
You have probably thought about baby clothes and nappies, but have you got your finances in check? Do this quiz and find out.

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