Stian de Witt, CFP

08/10/2026

If you could give your younger self one piece of financial advice, what would it be?

For Thys Diedericks, it’s to start earlier with a financial adviser you trust. As he approached retirement, a colleague introduced him to Jacques Cloete. Thys says he felt comfortable, listened to and understood.

This World Financial Planning Day, his story gives us a reason to:
• Start the conversation about your future.
• Ask questions about the changes ahead.
• Find an adviser who takes time to understand you.

Watch Thys’s testimonial and take your next step with NMG Benefits: www.nmg.co.za

Stian De Witt

08/10/2026

Reflecting on a busy and rewarding week in Cape Town at the FPI Convention! 🌊📖

One of the best moments was seeing NMG Benefits present the awards to the winners of the FPI Student Financial Plan Competition. After judging their presentations earlier in the week, it was an honour to see their hard work recognised.

But the real highlight? Dinner with the finalists. Natasha Huggett Henchie and I spent the evening listening to their ambitions and sharing some of our own "war stories" from the industry.

It’s clear that the next generation of South African financial planners is ready to lead with empathy, tech-savviness, and a deep commitment to their clients.

We’re proud to support the Financial Planning Institute of South Africa in developing this talent. It’s a privilege to be involved in shaping the future of advice!

Stian De Witt

08/10/2026

Your financial goals are personal. The conversation about them should be too.

For World Financial Planning Day, meet Jacques Cloete, Senior Financial Adviser at NMG. In this video, he shares why seeing advice focused on a client’s best interests made him feel he had found the right place.

It’s a reminder to make time for your own financial questions, whether you’re starting out or preparing for a new chapter.

Watch Jacques’s video and start your planning conversation with NMG: www.nmg.co.za

Stian De Witt

07/10/2026

Happy World Financial Planning Day! 🌍 🇿🇦

Today is the 10th Anniversary of this global movement, and this year’s theme, "Live your today. Plan your tomorrow", has never been more relevant for us in South Africa.

We’ve had two years to live with the "Two-Pot" retirement system. While it’s provided a lifeline for many, the data is starting to show a tricky trend: R57 billion has been withdrawn so far, and 60% of those claims are from people who have now dipped into their savings for a third time. 📉

It’s easy to feel like "living for today" means spending for today. But at NMG Benefits, we believe true financial freedom is knowing your "tomorrow" is already taken care of.

My 3-step mission for the next decade:
✅ Break the Cycle: Moving from "serial claiming" to strategic saving.
✅ Advice is the Antidote: Professional planning isn't just for the wealthy; it’s for anyone who wants to sleep better at night. 😴
✅ Dignity in 2036: Ensuring that when you're ready to stop working, your lifestyle doesn't have to.

Financial planning isn't just about spreadsheets, it’s about clarity. It’s about making sure your current "wants" don't outvote your future "needs."

Let’s celebrate today by making a plan for tomorrow. 🥂

How are you balancing your "now" with your "later"? Let’s chat in the comments! 👇

23/09/2026

From financial stress to total security.

Tazkia Abrahams knows that the right partnership changes everything. After working with Deon Strydom at NMG Benefits Financial Planning business, Tazkia shares how she finally gained the peace of mind she had been looking for.

By moving away from complex, disconnected products and toward a unified strategy, Tazkia now benefits from:
• A clear, personalized financial strategy
• A trusted adviser who understands her goals
• True financial peace of mind

Your financial future deserves a partner, not just a product.

16/09/2026

"Financial planning is about more than numbers, it's about helping people find peace of mind and build a secure future for themselves and those they love." – Deon Strydom.

Too often, financial advice feels like a series of disconnected transactions. Deon Strydom approaches his work differently. As a veteran advisor at NMG Financial Planning, Deon acts as a steward of his clients' futures, ensuring that every financial decision serves a clear, long-term purpose.

Whether you are looking to optimize your retirement, manage risk, or protect your legacy, Deon’s grounded, no-nonsense approach provides the clarity you need to move forward.

Ready to build a future with confidence? Let's connect.

NMG Benefits

18/08/2026

Last night I joined Jimmy Moyaha on the Moneyweb SAfm Market Update to talk about a question that keeps coming up: Should you take financial advice from AI?

AI is incredibly useful. It can help you dig into fund fact sheets, understand costs, and prepare better questions before you sit down with a planner. Used properly, it’s a great tool.

But here’s the important distinction: *information is not advice*.

Real advice needs context, your family situation, your emotions when markets get rocky, your tax position, and the behavioural traps that can quietly cost people a lot of money over time. AI can’t sit with you in those moments and help you stay the course.

One practical tip I shared: never put your personal financial details into a free AI chatbot. Treat it the same way you would a stranger asking for your ID number or payslip.

At NMG Benefits we’re using AI to free up time so our planners can spend more of it where it matters most, with clients. Technology makes us more efficient. The human relationship still delivers the real value.

Financial planners aren’t about to be replaced. But those who ignore these tools may find themselves falling behind.

What do you think? Are you using AI in any way when it comes to your money decisions?

(Link to the full interview is in the comments)

29/07/2026

Have you ever wondered why your employer chooses your pension or medical fund for you? 🧐

It’s a conversation I had recently with Ryk van Niekerk on Geldsake. Many people feel that they could do a better job managing their own money, but there are some significant "hidden" benefits to being part of an employer-sponsored scheme, like better rates and professional oversight that you wouldn't get as an individual.

The real trick is finding the balance between the security your boss provides and the personal freedom you need for your own financial plan.

Catch the full podcast below to hear my thoughts on where the industry is headed! 🎙️🇿🇦

https://iono.fm/e/1701421

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Stian De Witt – hoof: finansiële beplanning, NMG Benefits

23/07/2026

From world-class academic to a secure retiree.

Emeritus Professor Akpofure Taigbenu shares why he trusts Andrew Smythe and NMG to manage his financial journey.

✅ Strategic Guidance
✅ Professional Trust
✅ Total Peace of Mind

Your legacy deserves a proven plan.