The Woman & Finance Podcast
Welcome to The Woman & Finance Podcast
Hi, I’m Mapalo Makhu, your host, personal finance educator, and author of You're Not Broke, You're Pre-Rich. I hold a BCom in Finance, a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Investment Planning, with over 10 years of experience in the financial services industry. More importantly, I’m deeply passionate about empowering women to take charge of their financial futures.
This podcast is a judgment-free space for open and insightful conversations about money—without the confusing jargon. Whether you’re looking to budget more effectively, get out of debt, start investing, or build lasting wealth, this is the place for you.
Each episode brings you practical advice, expert insights, and real conversations designed to help you make informed financial decisions with confidence. Because financial freedom isn’t just for a select few—it’s for every woman ready to take control.
If you’re on a journey to financial wellness, hit follow and be part of a community of women committed to building wealth and securing their futures.
Let’s learn, grow, and thrive—together.
The Woman & Finance Podcast
How to achieve financial wellness no matter what stage you are in your life!
On today's episode of The Woman and Finance Podcast, we're joined by Ess Mukumbo, a self-taught investor and personal finance educator, who contributes to Financial Mail. Ess's approach to personal finance is not only practical and empathetic, but also incredibly accessible. During our discussion, we'll explore the concept of financial wellness, strategies to achieve it, and Ess's own methods for investing. Tune in for an enlightening conversation.