knowledge is power
our story
"Knowlege is power. When people are given knowledge they have the power to make better decisions"
Mel da Silva Co-founder
who we are ?
We are an organisation with a passion for helping ordinary South Africans to become financially competent.
Financial Competence means having the ability to understand everything about the everyday business of life as it relates to his or her money.
what we do ?
The SoSimon OWN YOUR MONEY programme is a comprehensive intervention designed to give employees a level of financial competence that will relieve financial stress and so provide for a happier and more productive workforce.
The programme consists of three key elements.
Employees are tested to establish a benchmark and to enable us to tailour later learnings.
Training to provide the basic skills necessary for effective management of personal money
A series of short learnings tailored to each individual to complete their knowledge.
meet our team
Mel da Silva
A pioneer
of financial wellness and Debt Counselling in South Africa. He has written many
courses and articles on the subject. Mel is a Registered Debt Counsellor.
Edward Nxangani
Holding a Masters Degree in Commerce, Edward has extensive experience in skills development, IR and Occupational Health and Safety
Consumer activist and City Councillor, Simon is passionate about consumer protection where he uses his legal background to great effect