Member Newsletter
Quarter 1 • 2026
Dear Member
Life can bring unexpected expenses, and sometimes it is necessary to use your savings to get through difficult times. If you have made a withdrawal from your savings pot, now is a good time to start rebuilding your retirement savings. Even small amounts saved each month can make a meaningful difference over time.
In this newsletter, we also explain how life events, such as divorce, can affect your retirement savings and what steps you can take to get back on track. You will also find simple and practical guidance on managing your debt, helping you take control of your finances and reduce financial pressure.
We share an update on how the Fund continues to grow your savings over the long term, even when markets change. You will also learn why it is important to stay focused on your plan and not react to short-term changes.
The message is simple: take small steps, stay consistent, and keep building towards a more secure future.
Rebuild your savings after a withdrawal

Your withdrawals are taxed
Rules for withdrawing from your savings pot
- You may only make one withdrawal per tax year.
- You must have at least R2 000 available in your savings pot to withdraw.
- To make a withdrawal, you must apply using AF Connect.
Build up your savings again
- Even small extra contributions can make a meaningful difference over time.
- The more you save, the more you benefit from compound interest – when the interest on your savings earns interest, helping your retirement savings grow faster over time.
START BUILDING YOUR SAVINGS TODAY.
Small contributions help increase your retirement savings over time.
