Latest update: Elections, returns and online access

Good day,
We trust that you are all keeping well.

The Fund applies a life stage model which automatically takes members through different investment portfolios i.e. aggressive to more conservative portfolios as they approach retirement age. Members have the option to select any or a combination of the individual investment portfolios available, should they choose not to be invested in the fund’s default life stage model. We have noticed an increase in the number of members who opted to switch to "safer" portfolios, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic and market fallout.

The markets have, however, recovered significantly in the past few months as can be seen in the various portfolio returns provided in the summary table below. Investing in a low-risk portfolio i.e. Capital Protector would have resulted in a member missing out on the subsequent market recovery. Members are therefore encouraged to review their investment portfolio options from time to time and obtain independent financial advice to ensure that the portfolio/s they have elected their retirement savings to be invested in, are still best suited to promote the achievement of the best possible retirement outcome. Please watch the latest video on this important topic.

The Trustee elections are well underway in the Gauteng, Limpopo, Northwest, Free State and KwaZulu-Natal provinces. We are overwhelmed by the active participation of members in this year's elections. Members in these provinces who have not yet voted, are reminded of the deadline, 9 October 2020. The election documentation is available on the fund's website www.nationalfund.co.za and by clicking on the links below.
Please remember, we are always here to help if you need any information or assistance with a fund-related query.
Regards,

Principal Executive Officer

INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO SWITCHING

Making the right choices at the right time
It remains of utmost importance to focus on longer-term return prospects and investment strategies, as short-term volatility and any reaction thereto could easily result in emotional and usually incorrect investment decisions. Watch the latest video on switching by clicking here.

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NFMW-MEMBERS CAN REGISTER FOR ONLINE ACCESS!  

The Sanlam online platform allows you to access your benefit information, update personal and beneficiary details, request benefit statements and much more. Register now on https://cp.sanlam.co.za/ or download the free Sanlam My Retirement Application.

Please note that the fund must have your updated contact details on record in order to complete the Sanlam online registration process. Download the form here to update your contact details.

2020 TRUSTEE ELECTIONS: REMEMBER TO CAST YOUR VOTE

The election documentation as posted to members employed at the municipalities within the Gauteng, Limpopo, Free State, Northwest, and KwaZulu-Natal provinces can be downloaded by clicking on the links provided below.

• Gauteng
• Limpopo
• Free state, Northwest and KwaZulu Natal combined

GAUTENG CANDIDATES (Two vacancies)

• Constance Jacobs
• Catharina Johanna (Rina) Labuschagne
• Mamotlhabane Christina Makgalemele
• Pule Simon Mofokeng
• Lucky-mor Mphuthi

LIMPOPO CANDIDATES (One vacancy)

• Beverley Buys
• Sekedi Peter Mapatha
• Moshe Moses Moraba
• Eugene Schutte

FREE STATE, NORTHWEST AND KWAZULU NATAL COMBINED CANDIDATES (One vacancy)

• Mamoroesi Evelyn Jantjie
• Sibongile Joseph Mpembe
• Seabata Shadrack Ramoliki
• Hendricus Sarel Rossouw 

WESTERN, EASTERN AND NORTHERN CAPE COMBINED

(Two vacancies) Valid nominations were received for the following two candidates and no voting is required

· John Dodo

· Ludwe Raymond Nani
<p>MPUMALANGA </p>(One vacancy) One valid nomination was received for the following candidate and no voting is required.

· Nkosinathi Clive Cindi

HOW TO CAST A VOTE

Should you wish to cast your vote please ensure that the ballot form is marked with an X against the candidate(s) of your choice, completed and signed (i.e. appended with a signature in the space provided for signature). All ballots with any other markings other than an X or unsigned ballots will be considered as spoilt votes. It is not acceptable to electronically type your name in the space provided for signature. Send your ballot forms to elections@nationalfund.co.za or fax to 086 668 1155 by 09 October 2020.

If you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact us via e-mail at elections@nationalfund.co.za