The Unusual Finance Chat
Welcome to The Unusual Finance Chat, your go-to podcast for unpacking South Africa’s insurance industry and broader financial landscape. Hosted by veteran journalist Tinus de Jager and insurance expert Jacques de Villiers, we make sense of complex financial topics and bring you practical insights to navigate your financial journey.
Each week, we dive into:
- Hot topics in insurance and finance
- Expert interviews with industry leaders
- Practical Q&As tackling listener questions
- Stock market updates and analysis
- Fun segments, including reviews of shows and eateries
Whether you’re an industry insider or someone trying to better understand your financial options, The Unusual Finance Chat is your companion for smarter financial decisions.
New episodes drop every Friday at 1 PM (CAT). Subscribe now and join us for engaging discussions, actionable advice, and a dash of lighter financial news to end your week on the right note!
The Unusual Finance Chat
Rivonia Govender: Leading GrowthHouse into a Bold New Chapter
She’s worked with industry leaders, shaped strategy at top institutions, and now Rivonia Govender is charting a new course as CEO of GrowthHouse – a 99% black female-owned independent brokerage empowering financial advisers across South Africa.
In this episode of The Unusual Finance Chat, Tinus de Jager speaks with Rivonia about her journey from McKinsey to Discovery, what attracted her to GrowthHouse, and how she sees the future of independent financial advice in South Africa.
This is a conversation about leadership, transformation, and building a business with purpose.
Find us on your favourite podcast player. The Unusual Finance Chat.