Investec Focus Radio SA

In this episode, of What's Next, we explore how corporate values shape decision-making in a time of political polarisation and markets that reward short-term performance. Ethics expert, Alison Taylor, and experienced board chair, Karen Wood, discuss the tension between purpose and profit, the realities of trade-offs, and how leaders can stay grounded while building trust and aligning values with action.;

KEY MOMENTS:

00:00 – Setting the Scene: Values in an Age of Disruption

05:42 – Why Values Matter More Than Ever

19:56 – From Words to Action: Making Purpose Real

36:18 – Navigating Politics, Pressure and the Future of Leadership Investec Focus Radio SA

Please note: The tax-free savings account limits discussed in Everything Counts episode 42 reflect the regulations in place at the time of recording. Following changes announced in the Budget Speech on 25 February 2026, the annual contribution limit has been increased from R36 000 to R46 000 per tax year, effective 1 March 2026. This article has been updated to reflect new limit.

In this episode of Everything Counts, host Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Investec financial adviser Vumi Dludlu and head of adviser enablement Johan Loubser to break down everything you need to know about tax-free savings accounts in South Africa.

They explain:

• What a tax-free savings account (TFSA) actually is

• The annual limit and R500 000 lifetime contribution cap

• What happens if you exceed the TFSA limit

• Why you can’t “catch up” on missed contributions

• The impact of withdrawals on your lifetime allowance

• How TFSAs compare to retirement annuities and regular savings accounts

• Whether opening a TFSA for your child makes sense

If you’re searching for answers about TFSA rules, contribution limits, tax penalties, or how to invest tax-free in South Africa, this episode will give you clear, practical insights to help you make smarter long-term decisions.

00:00 Introduction

01:30 Why tax-free savings accounts were first introduced

02:00 What are tax-free savings?

03:45 Tax-free savings vs regular savings

05:00 What savings products should you pair a tax-free savings account with?

07:00 How do tax-free savings accounts work?

09:00 Tax-free savings account rules South Africa

11:00 Should you upload a lump sum to your tax-free savings account?

12:00 Can you transfer your tax-free savings to another provider?

14:30 Are tax-free savings accounts good for your child’s future

17:20 Can you use tax-free savings as emergency funds?

19:00 How much can you put into a tax-free savings account?

20:00 Conclusion Investec Focus Radio SA

It was a difficult Friday for US President Donald Trump, as the Supreme Court ruled against his tariffs, while GDP in the fourth quarter grew by less than expected and a core measure of inflation rose. But, notes Chris Holdsworth, Chief Investment Strategist, at Investec Wealth & Investment International, Trump has already announced other measures to retain tariffs. Investec Focus Radio SA

What Next? Leadership Conversations for a Better Future examines how leaders can build future-fit economies in a time of accelerating technological and societal change.

This episode looks at the power shifts created by AI and digital systems - asks where real agency still lies.

Hosts Lindsay Hooper and Marc Kahn sit down with Thomas Lingard, who previously founded Unilever’s Global Advocacy team to influence international public policy on sustainable development and who now heads the Centre for Future Generations, to explore where the real opportunity and agency exist to ensure that emerging technologies are used in the best interest of humanity.

The discussion probes how digital power is concentrating, why regulatory systems are struggling to keep pace, and what it would take to steer emerging technologies toward societal benefit rather than narrow commercial gain. Thomas highlights the leadership capacities that now matter most: ethical judgement, systems intelligence, and the confidence to question deterministic narratives about technology.

The episode asks a central question: how do we build an economy where technology strengthens society - and who has the responsibility and agency to shape that path?

In partnership with the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) and Investec. Investec Focus Radio SA

In the final episode of Art in Focus Series 2, Tristanne Farrell is joined by Alexander Richards (Stevenson), Jana Terblanche (Southern Guild) and Hamzeh Alfarahneh (Art Advisory) to unpack how narrative shapes perception, value and global positioning in African art. From curating across continents to challenging dominant canons, the conversation explores how exhibitions, galleries and collectors influence the stories that define the art world today.

KEY MOMENTS:

00:00: Introduction

01:28: Growing up in art: Legacy, exposure and finding your path

06:54: From artist to advisor: Roles in the ecosystem

10:04: Curating and collaboration: Serving the artist and shaping the narrative

18:38: Challenging the canon: Cross-regional dialogue and disruption

22:12: Access and engagement: Social media and audience power

27:03: No budget: A hypothetical collection

29:35: Conclusion Investec Focus Radio SA