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Nomsa Buthelezi on the Cultural Pressures of Overspending on Funerals

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Legendary actress Nomsa Buthelezi shares her views on the cultural pressures of overspending on funerals and the financial implications for those left behind. She passionately believes in life insurance and discusses the difference between funeral cover and life insurance with our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike. 

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Chapters
  • 00:14 Nomsa Buthelezi talks about her childhood and family background
  • 01:40 What was the biggest highlight of growing up in Alexandra?
  • 02:53 Did poverty in Alexandra shape the way you look at money?
  • 03:51 The biggest financial lessons Nomsa Buthelezi learned growing up in Alexandra
  • 04:05 When did Nomsa Buthelezi discover her talent for entertainment?
  • 07:17 Nomsa Buthelezi shares her biggest career highlight
  • 09:25 How did the challenges you faced in life shape your financial priorities?
  • 11:23 The problem of celebrities, debt, and poverty
  • 13:44 John Manyike and Nomsa Buthelezi talk about funeral cover and life insurance
  • 15:35 Why are black South Africans so focused on funerals?
  • 16:37 What has the Covid pandemic taught us about planning for the future and the unexpected?
  • 17:58 The importance of having an emergency fund
  • 18:45 Nomsa Buthelezi talks about how she navigates income fluctuations and budgeting
  • 21:49 Nomsa Buthelezi gives advice to families of celebrities and young people who want to get into the industry
6 Dec 2023 English South Africa Education

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