The Woman & Finance Podcast
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The Woman & Finance Podcast
Hi, I’m Mapalo Makhu, your host, personal finance educator, and author of You're Not Broke, You're Pre-Rich. I hold a BCom in Finance, a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Investment Planning, with over 10 years of experience in the financial services industry....
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How to Double Your Money: The Rule of 72 & Power of Compound Growth
Episode 8
✨ What if your money could double without you lifting a finger? That’s the power of compound growth — one of the simplest, yet...
Before You Say ‘I Do’: Know Your Marriage Contract
Episode 7
We don’t always think about it this way, but marriage isn’t just about love, the dress, and the big day — it’s also a legal and financ...
When Life Changes Overnight: How to Prepare Financially
Episode 6
In this episode of the Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp, Maya Fisher-French and I sit down with Nonhlanhla Bakas...
Breaking Free from the Debt Cycle!
Episode 5
In this episode of the Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp, my co-host Maya Fisher-French and I sit down with Brian...
Before You Buy: The Real Costs of Homeownership
🎧 Episode 4: Budgeting as a homeowner
Buying your first home is exciting — but it can also be overwhelming if you don’t know wha...
Money Lessons I Wish I Knew in My 20s & 30s
💬 "If I knew then what I know now…"
In this Women’s Month special, I sit down with Michelle Green, Credit Analyst at Prescient Investmen...
Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Insurance - Answered!
You asked, we answered! 🙌🏾
A few weeks ago, I asked you to share your biggest questions about insurance — and wow, you came through!
In...
How to allocate your money on pay day
Episode 3:
In this episode of the Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp, we speak to Thokozani, one of my former mentees, about her jo...
How to ace your taxes
Episode 2:
Tax season is here and often brings stress and confusion — but it doesn’t have to. In this episode of the Santam Insure...
Recognising Financial Trauma
Episode 1:
Money isn’t just about numbers — it’s emotional. In this episode of the Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp, my co-host, Maya F...
Investing Made Simple with Simon Brown - How to Build Wealth in South Africa
In this episode of the Woman & Finance Podcast, we sit down with Simon Brown, founder of Just One Lap and one of South Africa’s most trusted voices on...
No Job Left Behind – The Power of Event-Based Insurance
Episode 4 of 4:
No Job Left Behind – The Power of Event-Based Insurance
Whether you’re a freelancer, teacher, entrepreneur, or corporate
Smart Money Moves - Financial Planning for Female Breadwinners
Episode 3 of 4:
More women are becoming the main earners in their households — but this role often comes with added financial pressure and respo...
From Diagnosis to Recovery – Why Critical Illness Cover Matters
Episode 2 of 4:
A life-changing diagnosis can affect more than just your health — it can derail your finances. In this episode of The Woman & Fi...
How to Read Your Pension/Provident Fund Statement
A breakdown on how to read your Pension/Provident fund statement.
Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCgEplpYyRk
#pensi...
Protecting Your Salary – Why Income Protection Is a Non-Negotiable
Episode 1 of 4:
What would happen if you couldn’t work tomorrow due to illness or injury? Would your bills still be paid? Would your family be o...
Is Your Parent Retiring Soon? Here’s What They Need to Know!
Retirement is a major life shift—and if your parent is about to retire, you need to be part of the conversation. In this episode, I break down the key...
Raising Money-Smart Kids: 13 Lessons Every Parent Should Teach!
Are you raising a money-smart child? 💰
Teaching kids about money isn’t just about giving them an allowance—it’s about shaping lifelong h...
Retirement Annuities Vs. Tax-Free Savings Accounts
Ever wondered about the difference between Tax-Free Savings Accounts and Retirement Annuities? In today's podcast, I discuss the benefits and limitati...
5 Things You Should Not Do With Your Money in 2025!
1. Get Married in Community of Property
2. Take on Credit in Your Name for Someone Else – redflag!!!!!
3. Lend Money to Friends and Family...
From fear to financial freedom in six months!
Join myself and Maya Fisher-French reflect on the transformative journey of Santam staff who participated in the six-month Santam Insure Your Future M...
How to use a Will to protect your family
While previous episodes have focused on building wealth, this time we’re shifting the conversation to succession planning and creating intergeneration...
Your Retirement Options
In this episode, we dive into the world of retirement planning with Johann Steyn, a certified financial planner at Rainmaker Bluestar by Sanlam. As re...
Planning for Retirement
In the last two episodes, we explored saving and investing for goals we aim to achieve during our working years. However, there comes a time when we w...
Investing for the Future: Strategies for Long-Term Goals and Wealth Growth
In our last episode, we focused on saving for those shorter-term goals, but today we’re diving into those medium to longer-term ones—like funding your...
Building a Practical Savings Plan
In this episode, we guide listeners on breaking free from debt reliance by establishing a solid savings plan. We explore the importance of saving, wha...
Dr. Lekalakala's Journey to Homeownership: Shocks, Mistakes & Lessons Learned!
In this video, Dr. Lekalakala takes us through her inspiring journey to becoming a homeowner. From unexpected shocks to costly mistakes, she shares th...
How to choose the right Medical Cover
In our previous episode, we discussed life and risk cover—insurance that provides financial support if our health takes a turn or in the event of our...
Understanding Life Cover
🎙️ In Episode 6 of the Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp, Maya and I are joined by Johann Steyn, a certified financial planner at Rainmaker Blu...
Smart strategies to manage your debt
In this episode, we address the challenge of managing overwhelming debt, particularly as interest rates and inflation continue to rise. With many peop...
Using credit responsibly
In today's episode of Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp, Maya and I focuse on responsible credit use, offering insights into budgeting, borrow...
Unlocking Home Ownership: Insights from Bond Originator, Olen Sterling on the Path to Your Dream Home
In Today's podcast, I sit down with Olen Sterling, a seasoned bond originator, to explore the ins and outs of the home buying process. Olen shares exp...
Episode 3: Budgeting as a Homeowner (or Other Big Purchase)
In this episode, we dive into the complexities of budgeting for significant financial commitments, such as buying a home. Join our discussions with pr...
Budgeting: Tell your money where to go!
Episode two: Budgeting – directing your money
The first step in gaining control of your finances is understanding where your money goes e...
Money Archetypes and How Your Money Mindset Shapes Your Financial Future with Farhana Goga
In this insightful interview, we sit down with renowned psychologist and coach, Farhana Goga, to explore the powerful connection between your mindset...
Money and Emotions - Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp
Presenting the Santam Insure Your Future Money Bootcamp podcast series.
Are you ready to seize control of your financial destiny? The Santam Ins...
Tax-Free Savings Accounts: Common mistakes to avoid with your TFSA
Are you making these mistakes with your Tax-Free Savings Account? Don't let simple errors sabotage your savings goals!
Buying Your First Car: Insider Tips from a Top Female Car Sales Expert
Join me as I sit down with Nkosazana, also known as "The Car Lady," a seasoned car sales expert.
In this insightful interview, Nkosazana share...
How to achieve financial wellness no matter what stage you are in your life!
On today's episode of The Woman and Finance Podcast, we're joined by Ess Mukumbo, a self-taught investor and personal finance educator, who contribute...
Mapalo Answers: How do I start saving for retirement as a 20+ year old?
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