About Us

ABOUT US

Financial Services

Based in Durban, the business focuses on supporting individuals, families, and working professionals through affordable, relevant, and easy-to-understand financial solutions designed to provide financial protection, stability, and peace of mind. We recognize that financial services can often feel complex, intimidating, or inaccessible, particularly within emerging and middle-income markets

Our role is to simplify financial decision-making by offering clear, ethical advice and solutions that are appropriate to each client’s circumstances, income level, and stage of life. Umnothowethu Projects is built on trust, professionalism, and a strong commitment to regulatory compliance. All advice and intermediary services are rendered in accordance with the Sanlam Advisor Network framework, the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS) Act, and Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) principles.

Speak to one of our advisors today to discuss financial solutions suited to your needs and stage of life.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be a trusted financial services franchise recognised for ethical advice, operational excellence, and meaningful community impact within the entry-level and middle mass market. 

Our Mission

Our mission is to deliver compliant, client-centred financial services that are accessible, transparent, and appropriate to individual client needs, while maintaining the
highest standards of professionalism and governance

Our Purpose

Our purpose is to promote financial inclusion by providing practical, understandable, and responsible
financial solutions that help clients protect what matters most to them.

What We Do

Through our Sanlam Sky franchise, Umnothowethu Projects provides a range of entry-level and middle market financial services, including risk and life insurance solutions, funeral and personal cover, income protection solutions, basic financial planning, and financial education. We focus on ensuring that clients fully understand the products and solutions available to them before making financial decisions. Our advice process prioritises suitability, affordability, and clarity, ensuring that each recommendation aligns with the client’s personal circumstances and long-term objectives