Sanlam flags rise in cancer-related claims, particularly for younger policyholders
Breast cancer claims increased by 33%, and prostate cancer claims soared by 41%, the insurer’s data for 2024 shows.
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Here are the deadlines for the 2025 tax season
What taxpayers should know about auto-assessments and who is required to file an income tax return.
Steinhoff reckoning – final charges expected soon in high-stakes fraud case
With a finalised charge sheet due within the next two weeks, three ex-Steinhoff managers accused of serious financial crimes inch closer to trial in one of South Africa’s biggest corporate fraud cases.
Momentum’s new business sales down 4% compared to the third quarter of 2024
Lump-sum product sales in Momentum Corporate and Metropolitan Life weakened, while life annuity volumes continued to grow in Momentum Investments.
Ninety One grows AUM by 4% in ‘another tough year’
Despite net outflows of £4.9bn, positive market and foreign exchange moves added £9.7bn to assets under management in the year to March 2025.
FSCA warns of surge in impersonators using fake credentials to scam investors
Fraudsters are posing as the FSCA and licensed financial service providers on social media.
Santam to unify specialist businesses under single brand banner
Santam will rebrand five of its specialist insurance units under a single identity, streamlining operations and strengthening its presence across Africa and emerging markets.
Old Mutual and YuLife partner on digital-first employee benefits programme
The new offering pairs group risk cover with gamified wellness tools to meet the rising demand for digitally enabled workplace benefits.
Strict test for discharging an interdict: lessons from Cadac Pension Fund ruling
The judgment underscores that, absent a fundamental shift in facts or law, courts will not allow steps that could prejudice unresolved disputes over member rights.
Tariffs survive challenge as Federal Circuit pauses lower court’s decision
The court cited substantial legal issues over the president’s trade powers and the risk of economic harm, directing the parties to file briefs by early June.
Cryptocurrencies outside Exchange Control Regulations, court rules
Legal experts anticipate a legislative response to plug the loophole and safeguard against large‐scale capital flight via digital assets.
Make your CPD hours count before the 31 May deadline
With the clock ticking, MBSE’s flexible, value-packed online CPD courses help you stay compliant and grow professionally – even at the last minute.
Liberty flags high income protection claims in the financial sector
The group also notes a surge in capital disability benefit claims, driven by increases in the number of claimants and the average sum assured.
Former financial planner’s debarment over client loans upheld
The Tribunal confirmed Standard Bank’s decision to debar its representative for borrowing thousands of rands from his clients and failing to disclose his outside business activities.
Court strikes down Trump’s emergency tariffs as executive overreach
The White House has already filed an appeal, setting the stage for a legal battle that could reach the Supreme Court.
Former Liberty manager and adviser must delete defamatory posts
The proper channels for resolving employment-related grievances are the statutory dispute-resolution bodies, not social media, says the High Court.
Pandemic pricing pains catch up with medical schemes – higher contributions ahead
Three medical schemes fell below the 25% solvency threshold in 2023.
