Pineapple advert in poor taste but not in breach of the Code
The ‘tsotsi’ billboard did not cross the line into discriminatory or offensive content, says the Advertising Appeal Committee.
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Do fines deliver justice for victims of financial misconduct?
The FSCA’s success in collecting penalties remains uneven because of several structural and legal challenges.
Five things vehicle owners should know about hijackings and theft
Vehicles fitted with multiple tracking devices are more likely to be recovered. If hijackers disable one tracker, the backup can still guide response teams to your car.
Suspect online car dealers feature in NCC’s list of vanishing suppliers
The National Consumer Commission has named an additional 20 businesses that took payments but disappeared without delivering.
Allan Gray wins appeal over imitation of ‘Human value of time’ concept
Nedbank’s TV commercial – featuring the tagline ‘Time is more valuable than money. Spend it wisely’ – appropriated Allan Gray’s proprietary advertising goodwill.
Gen Z may be the key to fixing SA’s debt crisis
While Millennials and Gen X buckle under rising debt, Gen Z’s openness to credit education and digital tools offers hope for reversing South Africa’s deepening financial crisis.
FSCA gears up for tougher enforcement as scams and misconduct rise
From funeral policy breaches to crypto non-compliance and weak AML measures, the regulator’s latest report outlines its key priorities – with online harm topping the list.
FSPs’ ‘growing vigilance’ sees debarments rise by over 40%
The FSCA records a marked increase in new investigations in 2024/25, particularly those related to unregistered insurance business.
Top achievers share how MBSE’s PGDip shapes confident, client-focused financial planners
Valedictorian Edward Becker and top student Mia Barnard say the Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning delivers practical skills, rigorous training, and industry-ready knowledge.
BASA appeals after court rules the in duplum rule remains active in debt review
The Full Bench declared that a rearranged credit agreement or order merely adjusts the payment terms under the original contract and does not reset the default status.
Panel upholds findings of racial bias in medical scheme fraud investigations
Statistical analysis found that black healthcare professionals were multiple times more likely than their white peers to be investigated and found guilty of FWA.
BHF and Discovery challenge section 59 report’s conclusions
The Board of Healthcare Funders and Discovery Health say the panel’s final report on FWA investigations rests on flawed methodology and the misinterpretation of data.
MFSA flags upfront fees as a key indicator of credit fraud
Another warning sign of a scam is a request to complete an application form sent via email, not on the provider’s website or app.
Neglecting maintenance? Your insurance claim could be denied
Neglecting routine home or vehicle maintenance could cost thousands in rejected insurance claims – as policyholders found out in 2024, according to the NFO.
FSCA publishes 2025–2028 Regulation Plan to guide financial sector reform
A top priority is supporting National Treasury in finalising COFI and rolling out the themed frameworks.
Authority acts against online trading platforms
The FSCA says Banxso and Afrimarkets are linked through common directorships and conducted their business in a similar manner.
Tribunal sets aside broker’s debarment based on contractual grievances
The FSP’s allegations that the representative violated the terms of the settlement and service agreements did constitute a material breach of the FAIS Act.
