Building wealth is only half the journey. Protecting it is the greater challenge.  
I'm honoured to have my latest article, "The Great Wealth Transfer We Never Prepared For," featured in the June edition of Muslim Views.

For many South African Muslim families, significant wealth has been created over the past few decades through entrepreneurship, professional careers and property investment. Yet history has shown that wealth can be lost just as quickly when succession planning, governance and financial oversight are neglected.

The article explores an often overlooked reality: preserving wealth requires more than drafting a Will. It requires educating the next generation, establishing clear governance structures, verifying professional advice and ensuring that financial decisions are made with both competence and integrity.

I also reflect on an important responsibility facing our community. While trust is a cornerstone of Islam, trust should always be accompanied by accountability and due diligence. Religious communities are not immune to financial misconduct, and faith should never replace proper governance. Asking questions, verifying credentials and seeking independent advice are not signs of distrust. They are principles deeply rooted in both sound financial practice and Islamic teachings.

As South Africa prepares for one of the largest intergenerational wealth transfers in its history, I hope this article encourages families to have meaningful conversations about stewardship, succession and safeguarding the legacy entrusted to them.

My sincere thanks to the Muslim Views editorial team for providing a platform to advance financial literacy and encourage informed discussion within our community.

Read the full article in the June 2026 edition of Muslim Views (Page 21).

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[Article] The Great Wealth Transfer We Never Prepared For