Fatherhood comes with a myriad of responsibilities, and one of the most crucial aspects of being a father concerns the family finances. As we celebrate Father’s Day, it is a good time for fathers to reflect on their financial well-being and take steps to secure their family’s future. In patriarchal societies, fathers are often expected […]
Fathers, who is your next of kin? Father’s Day is becoming increasingly popular as the day of the year dedicated to honour fathers. Whilst it largely serves commercial purposes as retailers encourage us all to buy gifts, it also presents an opportunity to reflect on fatherhood and some important issues that go hand in hand […]
Fathers are special every day but Father’s Day, celebrated in June each year stands out as a day to honour fatherhood and paternal bonds, as well as the extraordinary influence of fathers in the society. The family is the foundation – a critical unit – of society so effective leadership of that unit has massive […]
Father’s Day is globally celebrated in June; it is a day dedicated to the celebration of fathers. A father has a huge role to play in the family; a lifelong responsibility that comes with significant financial implications, as there are so many demands on their resources. Here are some tried and tested tips for all […]
Economic realities have meant that most families must rely on more than one income to meet the family’s current needs and future aspirations including educating children, decent housing and a secure retirement. There has been the traditional premise that men were the breadwinners and women stayed home “in the kitchen,” or did not pursue a […]
The family is the smallest building block of society and it holds the utmost importance in a person’s life. It is a most powerful unit when it is cohesive and empowered. In recognition of the critical importance of the family for a peaceful and sustainable society, International Day of Families is observed each 15th of […]
Father’s Day is an annual celebration that honours fathers and celebrates fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the critical influence of fathers in society. It is also a good time for fathers to consider the critical role they play in the family, take stock and carefully consider their responsibilities by implementing important financial steps to secure their […]
Today’s high cost of living presents challenges for most families. However, for the single parent, particularly the single mother, there is an additional strain on an already stretched budget. Single mums face unique financial challenges as they simultaneously try to provide for the family, take care of their own financial needs, whilst ensuring that should […]
There’s Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, but did you know there’s Grandparents Day as well? The day was signed into law in the United States by President Jimmy Carter in 1978 and is the day each year that Grandparents are appreciated and recognised through various activities and celebrations. In our society and in the absence […]
An honest discussion about finances is a great first step to building a strong foundation for your marriage. Here are 10 things to talk about. 1 The Wedding: Don’t spend your life savings on rings and festivities. Establish upfront, a mutually agreed upon, and realistic budget and stick to it. 2 Your jobs: Will you […]