SARS exceeds R2 trillion as compliance, not commodities, drives revenue
Milestone caps Kieswetter’s tenure as a new commissioner prepares to take office from 1 May.
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FIC tightens crypto rules: ‘no data, no transfer’ standard emerges
New guidance forces CASPs to verify and transmit transaction data in real time – or halt the transfer.
Fusion challenges finding guarantees fall under Insurance Act
Fusion has applied for leave to appeal a High Court order that interdicted it from issuing certain construction guarantees and found them to be insurance business.
FSCA tests global ESG rating models as oversight debate sharpens
Discussion paper weighs regulation, codes and hybrid options as data quality and governance risks come into focus.
Directive 11 takes effect as FIC opens detailed RCR guidance for comment
The FIC is inviting industry comment on draft guidance that sets out how institutions must complete and submit their 2026 risk and compliance returns before the April deadline.
Fuel relief now, answers later as the government buys time on price shock
A R3-per-litre levy cut cushions April’s fuel spike, but rising oil prices and expiring relief point to steep increases ahead.
Rejected claims expose behavioural risk in motor insurance
Motor insurance data shows most rejected claims are still driven by preventable driver behaviour, with direct implications for underwriting, advice and client risk.
New guidance clarifies credit provider scope under item 11
Final PCC 23A sharpens the definition of credit providers, confirming broad inclusion while drawing clearer lines around incidental credit and non-traditional lending.
Funds on the hook as Adjudicator flags failures in benefit payments
Rulings show weak controls can force retirement funds to repay benefits years later, with interest.
PAIA deadline opens as Regulator tightens oversight on information access
Missed submissions could trigger enforcement as the Regulator scrutinises how firms handle access to information requests.
Offshore investing for advisers: Inside the TFOS platform
How can financial advisers help clients access offshore markets without losing sight of their broader investment portfolios? Moonstone’s Mark Bechard speaks to Chris Vermaak, regional business development lead at Turlov Family Office Securities […]
Parliament flags slow progress on Health Market Inquiry reforms
The CMS cites statutory constraints, while the Portfolio Committee on Health calls for a clear roadmap to implement the Inquiry’s recommendations.
Geldenhuis case postponed again as defence brings in senior counsel
The criminal case stemming from the collapse of Classic Financial Services has been delayed once more, after the defence asked for time to consult newly appointed senior counsel.
Satrix leads 2026 SALTA as ETP market tops R300bn
Satrix won 10 of 23 awards, as South Africa’s exchange traded product market reached over R300 billion in market capitalisation and continues to expand.
CMS moves to rein in how medical schemes investigate fraud
Circular 10 introduces interim rules to standardise audits, investigations, and clawbacks as broader reforms are developed.
Draft PCC outlines geographic reporting obligations for institutions
The FIC publishes draft guidance on implementing Directive 10, including how institutions must capture and submit geographic data across group structures.
Beyond flexibility: the added gains of online learning
Attend MBSE’s Virtual Open Days from 14 to 16 April to discover flexible, career-focused qualifications and engage directly with industry-led lecturers.
