Mboma Financial Services
What does your company do?
Mboma Financial Services is proud to celebrate a key milestone—being contracted by the Basic Department of Education to supply 1,000 copies of our Grade 10 Financial Literacy Study Guide for a pilot program in public schools across Gauteng. This marks a significant advancement in our mission to integrate financial literacy into the national curriculum.The study guide was developed to close the critical gap in financial education in South Africa. It equips learners with essential skills in budgeting, saving, and managing money responsibly. Designed for Grade 10 learners, the guide empowers students to make informed financial decisions as they transition into adulthood.This pilot program is more than just a delivery of books—it is a strong endorsement of Mboma Financial Services as a credible and impactful force in youth empowerment. We see this success as a launchpad for expanding our reach and promoting financial literacy to even more learners nationwide.
What is your biggest success?
Mboma Financial Services is proud to announce a major milestone—being contracted by the Basic Department of Education to supply 1,000 copies of our Grade 10 Financial Literacy Study Guide for a pilot program in public schools across Gauteng. This achievement marks a significant step forward in our mission to embed financial literacy in the national education system.The study guide was developed to address the urgent gap in financial education in South Africa, equipping learners with foundational knowledge in budgeting, saving and responsible money management. Tailored specifically for Grade 10 students, the guide empowers young people with the skills they need to make informed financial decisions as they move toward adulthood.This pilot program represents more than just a book delivery—it is a recognition of Mboma Financial Services as a trusted and impactful contributor to youth empowerment and financial literacy. We celebrate this success as a validation of our work and a stepping stone toward reaching more learners nationwide.
What has been your biggest hurdle?
Mboma Financial Services faces ongoing challenges in expanding its Financial Literacy Program and Study Guide into more private schools around Gauteng. One of the main barriers is limited access to decision-makers. In the education sector, as in many industries, success often depends on “who you know.” Without the right connections, it is difficult to secure opportunities to present our offerings to school principals, curriculum developers or school boards. This lack of access slows down progress, despite the proven value and relevance of our content.The same challenge applies to the corporate training side of our business. As a small and growing enterprise, it is not easy to compete with well-established brands that already dominate the space. Many corporates prefer to stick with known providers, making it difficult for emerging businesses like Mboma to secure new clients, even when we offer high-quality programs, competitive pricing and have great reference letters. These barriers highlight the broader difficulties that small businesses face in gaining visibility and trust in both the education and corporate sectors.
