Building Tomorrow Together
Since 1996, we’ve been building something bigger. Today, Third Age Group brings together people, expertise and businesses across investments, wealth, financial services, agriculture, property and more; creating opportunities, building value, and moving forward together, Towards Fulfilment!
1996
Established
30+
Years Strong
550+
Employees
150+
Companies
International
Footprint
30 Years of Building Legacy
Our Ecosystem
The Third Age Group signifies a life stage focused on fulfilment, a juncture wherein fresh avenues are both forged and explored. It marks a phase in one’s life and career when conventional aspirations have been met, granting the freedom to delve into alternative possibilities.
The Third Age Group is committed to fostering genuine and unwavering relationships with clients, cultivated over time and rooted in trust. Departing from the conventional investment model, the Third Age Group recognises that each client’s journey presents distinct openings for unlocking realisable potential. The group meticulously assesses these opportunities through a distinctive amalgamation of strategies employed across its affiliated companies. The deeply personal character of each individual’s pursuit of fulfilment is mirrored in every course of action and decision made within the framework of the Third Age Group.
Explore the sectors that make up Third Age Group and discover the businesses within each one. Different expertise. One connected group. One shared journey.
Third Age GroupInvestments
3 companiesThe companies within our investment ecosystem create and manage tailored solutions that grow with our clients from discretionary investment management and connected opportunities to Generational Wealth and Family Office solutions. Built for today. Structured for tomorrow. Designed to last.
Finance & Insurance
4 companiesInsurance administration, bespoke risk solutions and financial mentorship for individuals, corporates and medical professionals.
Accounting
1 companyDependable accounting, payroll and structuring services tailored to businesses and professionals across the group.
Property
2 companiesProperty development and realty; from the first townhouse complex in 2009 to Lemonwood and beyond.
Agriculture
2 companiesSustainable agricultural investment; farming activities launched in 2021, first sheep at Yield in 2024.
Community
1 companyGiving back; the heart of the group's legacy in the Free State and beyond.
1996The Establishment of Medfin
Medfin, founded on 1 July 1996, laid the foundation for what would eventually become Rhythm Financial Mentors.
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Gerhard Henning (Financial Director), Duncan Cairns (Chief Executive Officer) and Pienaar le Roux (Director)
Our Story
30 Years of Building What Matters
What started as Medfin on 1 July 1996, with two clients and a belief that fulfilment is built over a lifetime, has grown into Third Age Group: a connected group of businesses, people, and partnerships.
The Third Age is about more than reaching a destination. It’s about having the freedom to pursue what matters next. That belief continues to shape everything we do, helping our clients build towards financial security, fulfilment and a legacy that lasts.
We are not one business. We are an ecosystem of companies, partners and people, and after thirty years, we are only getting started.
Duncan Cairns · CEO
Our Vision Beyond Limits
Towards the Stars
At Third Age Group, we believe in more than just business – we believe in building a legacy. Our vision is grounded in three pillars that drive everything we do. Firstly, we aim to create employment. In a world of constant change, we understand the importance of providing opportunities for individuals to contribute, grow, and thrive. Secondly, we’re committed to developing employment opportunities. We’re not just creating jobs; we’re crafting meaningful careers that align with our employees’ aspirations and contribute to their personal and professional development.
Thirdly, we are dedicated to improving and developing people. At Third Age Group, our success is measured not just by the profits we generate but by the positive impact we have on the lives of our team members.In essence, we’re inviting you to become part of a cultivated structure, a community where passion, innovation, and growth are nurtured at every level. We invite you to join us on this Trust Journey towards Fulfilment as we build a legacy transcends time and leaves a lasting mark on the world.
"Together, we’ve moved from building wealth to building legacies."
Duncan Cairns · CEO
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Listen to the Third Age Group CEO Series Podcast on Spotify: Ep 3
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📢 WE’RE HIRING: ACCOUNTANT
Are you an experienced accountant looking for your next opportunity? Third Age Group is looking for an Accountant to join our team in Bloemfontein, Cape Town or Pretoria!
You’ll be responsible for the full accounting function of various companies, including management accounts, annual financial statements, monthly accounting and insurance accounting.
What you’ll need:
✔️ Finance qualification
✔️ 5 years’ experience
✔️ Comprehensive financial reporting knowledge
✔️ Sound knowledge of tax and management accounts
✔️ Proficiency in Pastel, Draftworx & Xero
📍 Location: Bloemfontein, Cape Town or Pretoria
📧 Apply now: Send your CV to recruiter@thirdagegroup.com
Take the next step in your career with Third Age Group!
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CEO Series Ep 3 - Clarity comes with Calm
In the latest episode of The CEO Series with Duncan Cairns, Duncan shares how he approaches problems when there’s no clear answer.
His advice? Don’t react immediately. Take a moment to regroup, calm your emotions, seek perspective from your team, and then make a clear, conscious decision.
Because not every problem needs an immediate solution. Sometimes, stepping back is what helps you move forward.
Watch the latest episode of The CEO Series with Duncan Cairns.
#ThirdAgeGroup #TheCEOSeries #DuncanCairns #Leadership #LeadershipLessons #DecisionMaking #GrowthMindset
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CEO Series Ep 3 - Clarity come with Calm
In the latest episode of The CEO Series with Duncan Cairns, Duncan shares how he approaches problems when there’s no clear answer.
His advice? Don’t react immediately. Take a moment to regroup, calm your emotions, seek perspective from your team, and then make a clear, conscious decision.
Because not every problem needs an immediate solution. Sometimes, stepping back is what helps you move forward.
Watch the latest episode of The CEO Series with Duncan Cairns: youtu.be/GFjiI5vFY6s
#ThirdAgeGroup #TheCEOSeries #DuncanCairns #Leadership #LeadershipLessons #DecisionMaking #GrowthMindset
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🌟 Happy Bosses Day, Duncan!
Today, we celebrate more than a CEO, we celebrate a visionary leader, a builder, and a man with a purpose far bigger than himself.
For more than 30 years, your dedication, sacrifice and unwavering belief have shaped Third Age Group into something truly meaningful, a legacy that will continue to create opportunities for generations to come.
Through your leadership, you have helped build a business that doesn’t just employ people, but supports more than 560 families and touches countless lives. That is a legacy worth celebrating.
Thank you for constantly challenging us to think bigger, grow beyond what we thought possible, step outside our comfort zones and reach for the stars. 🚀
Your vision inspires us. Your determination motivates us. And your willingness to keep pushing forward reminds us that the best is always yet to come.
Thank you, Duncan, for 30+ years of sacrifice, vision and leadership.
You are truly amazing and we are incredibly proud to be part of the journey you started.
Happy Bosses Day! Here’s to the next chapter of the legacy. 🥂
#ThirdAgeGroup #HappyBossesDay #DuncanCairns
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🌱 Continuing the Conversation at CUT
We continue to unpack Duncan Cairns’ inspiring talk to CUT’s 3rd-year Agriculture students.
In this clip, Duncan explores the importance of adaptability, turning knowledge into action, and embracing change, sharing a real-life example of how he had to adapt and make use of AI during one of the auctions he attended.
His message is clear: knowledge is powerful, but it’s our ability to apply it, adapt and embrace new ways of doing things that keeps us moving forward.
Watch the clip and follow along as Duncan continues to share his insights on entrepreneurship, resilience, accountability and adapting to change.
#ThirdAgeGroup #CUT #Agriculture #Entrepreneurship #Adaptability #EmbraceChange #AI #KnowledgeIntoAction #FutureLeaders
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