Finance feature

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Waseem Mukuddem  a Certified Financial Planner® professional with Gradidge Mahura Investments about why earning more does not necessarily translate into financial security, and what it actually takes to turn a higher income into long-term financial stability. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Rory Bosman, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Ecentric Payment Systems, to unpack what happens behind the scenes when card payment systems fail. With card payments now a routine part of everyday shopping, there is often little understanding of what happens when a payment is disrupted,  particularly when customers are unsure whether they have been charged, whet...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Yvonne Mojela, a fiduciary specialist at Glu (a division of PPS), about September being National Wills Month, a timely reminder that financial planning does not end with taking out life cover. Yet for many South Africans, that's exactly where the conversation stops; the important point is that estate planning is not just for wealthy people or retirees. Anyone with asse...

Kgomotso Modise, standing in for Relebogile Mabotja, speaks to Phillip Dube, head of Equity Finance at Investec, about self-directed investing, which is gaining momentum globally as more people take greater control of their financial futures. Easier access to investment platforms, greater market transparency and ongoing economic uncertainty are changing the way people build wealth.  Broadcast...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Richard Eberlein, executive for Growth and Engagement at Weaver Fintech, about rethinking creditworthiness in the age of the gig economy, exploring whether South Africa’s credit system is keeping up with the realities of how we earn, spend, and manage money today. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongs...

Kgomotso Modise, standing in for Relebogile Mabotja, speaks with Harry Scherzer, CEO and co-founder of Future Forex, about financial planning before moving abroad. From tax implications and investments to retirement savings, assets and the movement of money across borders, careful financial planning can make a significant difference. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed t...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Ntombizamasala Hlophe, chief marketing officer at Momentum Corporate, and Anri Armer, a Momentum Financial Planner, about the financial reality of starting a family.  From fertility treatment and healthcare to childcare, career breaks, retirement savings and protecting your income, they unpack the often overlooked financial implications that extend far beyond napp...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Benay Sager, executive head of DebtBusters, to unpack how financial stress is tightening its grip on South Africans. The 2026 Money Stress Tracker by DebtBusters reported that more than 70% of consumers report money-related anxiety. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things ente...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Linda Eedes, Investment Executive at Foord, about what really sets oil prices and why South Africans feel it so quickly. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment. Thanks for listening. Catch the Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja live on 702 weekdays from 1 pm to...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Erica Liebenberg, head of communications at JustMoney, about choosing the right stokvel to maximise your savings. Stokvels have long been a trusted financial tool for millions of South Africans, helping members save, invest and support one another through both good times and financial challenges. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on th...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Farzana Botha, a   Senior Communications Manager at Sanlam Risk and Savings, about a financially challenging year for many South African households, with rising living costs, debt pressures and unexpected expenses making it difficult to save. This National Savings Month, they look at practical ways to regroup, reset financial goals and rebuild healthy money habits...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Babalwa Nonkenge a Financial Services Practitioner and Founder of Epokothweni about the difference between current and available balance.  702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the da...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Luca Folpini a Holistic Financial Advisor about what happens when you resign from a job, your salary stops and what happens to the pension or provident fund you have been contributing to? Do you take the money, move it, or preserve it?  702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 7...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Stian de Witt, an executive head of financial planning at NMG, about the tax traps that catch ordinary South Africans off guard, from unexpected tax bills and missed deductions, many taxpayers only discover costly mistakes when it is too late.  Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk an...

Kgomotso Modise, standing in for Relebogile Mabotja, speaks to Erica Liebenberg, the head of communications for JustMoney, to unpack the opportunities, earning potential, and practical tips for building successful online income streams. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment. Thanks for lis...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Keletsi Lehlokoe, a Client Fund Manager at STANLIB Asset Management, about the role of advisers in the institutional investment ecosystem. This discussion is brought to you by STANLIB. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment. Thanks for listening. Catch the After...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Mike Sithole, a Portfolio Manager at Anchor Capital, about breaking down the key terms that often make investing feel complex and what the key terms actually mean in practice. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day a...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Benay Sager , Executive Head at DebtBusters, about why so many high earners are still trapped in cycles of debt, lifestyle inflation, and financial anxiety despite having higher incomes. They also unpack how goal-based investing could help create healthier, more sustainable financial habits. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the iss...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Trevino Ramsamy, deputy head of Institutional Distribution at STANLIB Asset Management, about growing, protecting, and building wealth during unpredictable economic times. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment. Thanks for listening. Catch the Afternoons with Re...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Stian De Witt, executive head of financial planning at NMG Benefits, to unpack a powerful shift in personal finance goal-based investing and why experts say most money mistakes don’t come from picking the wrong investment, but from losing sight of what we are actually saving for. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Shaun Chennells, a certified financial planner at BDO Wealth, to unpack how to build financial unity without losing your independence, your voice, and your sense of control over your finances. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment. Thanks for listening. Catch t...

Kgomotso Modise, standing in for Relebogile Mabotja, speaks to Ndivhuho Netshitenzhe, a senior economist at STANLIB Asset Management, about demystifying inflation and interest rates. Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment. Thanks for listening. Catch the Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja l...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks with Simo Kalajdzic, senior operations manager at Bolt, to unpack the company’s latest Gig Economy Report, conducted in partnership with Ipsos. The conversation explores how South Africans are turning to ride-hailing as a practical way to navigate a challenging economic climate, with a notable 70% of gig workers relying on it as a secondary source of income. 7 Broad...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Daniel Goldberg, CEO of Bridgement, about how delayed payments have quietly become one of the most destructive forces in South Africa’s economy. With over R12 billion in overdue government invoices and SMEs waiting months, sometimes up to 150 days to be paid for work already completed, the conversation explores how this crisis is pushing small businesses to the b...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Christelle Colman, CEO of Ami Underwriting Managers, about the real cost of drinking and driving. She explains that beyond the obvious danger to lives, there is a financial reality that many drivers don’t fully understand.   Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things e...