mConnect logo
Germiston High School - Money Coach Program

Germiston High School - Money Coach Program

Educating the next generation about money management through Financial literacy.

In partnership with Momentum Financial Planning.

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
Help your kids learn about credit
A short lesson about what credit is - for kids aged 8 to 12
Article
Getting a divorce? Check your life insurance policy.
Often you’ll need to make changes to your life policy after a divorce.
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?
Factoid
Yes, Monopoly can help make you richer!
Learn from Monopoly to manage your money better.
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
Warren Buffett's 5/25 rule
What one of the world's richest men says about prioritising.
Factoid
Rules for good money management.
4 pointers for your 2023 financial plan.
Factoid
Every person in the world has 3 currencies...
One is money. What are the other two?
Tool
Fun facts about money for younger kids
Do this quiz with your younger kids to start getting them interested in money.
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.
Tool
Let's debunk some myths about car insurance.
Are red cars more expensive to insure? Here's where you find the answer!
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.
Factoid
What the rich don't want you to know
Financial principles that work for everyone no matter your situation.
Article
Life insurance is very different to an investment - here’s why.
Most people need both insurance and investments in their financial plans. Before you make any decisions, make sure you understand what insurance is.
Video
Welcome to your fun fund!
We have all heard of an emergency and rainy-day fund, but what about a fund for the good times?
Guides
80% of New Year's resolutions fail!
Make a plan instead – here’s a 5-step guide.
Tool
Get started on the new school year!
Here is a back-to-school budget tool to help you get ready for the new year.
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.
Tool
Living the good life!
So you’ve tied the knot and want to have a great life. But do you and your partner think about money the same way?
Social Media PolicyLegal and ComplianceSecurity and FraudTerms and Conditions
mConnect logo

© 2025 Momentum Financial Planning | ©2025 Momentum is a part of Momentum Metropolian Life Limited, an authorised financial services and registered credit provider