FIC issues sanction notices to non-compliant law firms and estate agents
The response to the Centre’s appeal to submit the outstanding risk and compliance returns ‘is not good enough’.
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FSCA launches advisory panel to represent retail consumers
The aim of the newly established panel to ensure that the perspectives and concerns of retail financial customers are effectively considered in the Authority’s activities.
More prosecutions essential to getting off grey list, says Treasury’s Momoniat
The absence of a successful prosecution of anyone named in the Zondo report is a big concern, Business Times reports.
Retail investors drive net inflows into hedge funds in 2023
Hedge funds saw robust inflows for the second consecutive year, according to recent data released by ASISA.
Five more years … Kganyago to stay on as SARB governor
The President also renews the terms of two deputy governors and appoints Mampho Modise to replace Kuben Naidoo.
Not understanding tax residency may result in significant tax liabilities
You can break tax residency via the SARS tax emigration process or annually via the application of a double taxation agreement.
Coronation wins global award for empowering women in finance
Coronation Fund Managers clinches the 2024 100 Women in Finance Europe, Middle East, and Africa Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award.
How recent geopolitical events will reshape investor strategies
Recent geopolitical events are poised to drive substantial increases in global military spending, spur the emergence of a more assertive ‘Global South’, and accelerate investments in technological innovation.
It’s ‘business as usual’ for debarred director of Classic Financial Services
A provisional sequestration order for the estate of Classic Financial Services director Jacobus Geldenhuis has been granted.
Global Money Week: promoting financial literacy with MBSE courses
Moonstone Business School of Excellence has three short courses that will improve your money management skills.
Fairtree wins South African Manager of the Year award
The full list of winners at this year’s Raging Bull Awards ceremony.
Bad analysis feeds mistrust in SA’s financial system, says Kganyago
The governor of the Reserve Bank also says he is confident the country will get off the grey list in 2025.
Ransomware gang claims to have leaked government pension data
LockBit, the cybercriminal group allegedly responsible for the attack, was the subject of a take-down operation by global law enforcement agencies.
Rising fire risks prompt urgent focus on insurance in the agri sector
A dispute over a R14 million claim underscores the importance of clear communication and thorough risk assessment in fire insurance agreements.
Forensic investigation finds no evidence of billing fraud at Mediclinic
ENSafrica identified some incidents involving mistakes or unintended errors, but these were ‘random and minuscule’.
Same falsified Uber receipts, but a different outcome at the Tribunal
There are differences in the circumstances surrounding the debarments and the reconsideration applications.
New earnings threshold takes effect on 1 April
If you earn above the threshold, certain provisions of three pieces of labour legislation no longer automatically apply.
