South Africans rally behind local businesses
Santam’s Most Loved Local Report identifies a shift in consumer priorities, as good overall experience and value for money take centre stage.
Author: Moonstone Information Refinery
‘Full implementation’ of NHI will consume a quarter of GDP – cost analysis
‘Real insurance would be achieved if unambiguous private healthcare insurance were fully decriminalised.’
Heading out for the holidays? Avoid alerting thieves that your home is empty
As criminals become more sophisticated in employing technology to plan burglaries, posting travel plans online in real-time might invite trouble, the Information Regulator warns.
Consumers must be aware of the high risks of online trading, says FAIS Ombud
The Ombud was unable to help a complainant who lost most of the R725 000 he invested over several months.
FSCA warns the public of potential pyramid scheme
The Authority also alerts the public to an unauthorised entity that is promising unrealistic returns from forex trading.
CMS publishes list of approved medical scheme options for 2024
According to the circular, the regulator has approved the launch of only one new option next year.
FSCA asks BHI Trust investors to come forward with information on FSPs
Numerous individuals have been subpoenaed to appear before the Master of the High Court, to be questioned about the affairs of the sequestrated trust.
What medical schemes paid brokers in 2022
The regulator’s latest Industry Report contains detailed information about the medical schemes industry.
All open medical schemes – except one – have solvency ratios far above the required minimum
And the solvency ratio of the restricted Transmed Medical Fund continued to fall in 2022.
How the gig economy and data analytics are transforming the employee benefits landscape
The traditional ‘one-size-fits-all’ model will soon be a thing of the past, according to Momentum Corporate’s latest Partnership Connect research.
South Africa ranks in the middle of global sustainability stock market league
SA’s market ranks highly in terms of social characteristics but poorly on environmental, driven by the high proportion of materials and mining stocks.
FIC extends deadlines to comment on two draft guidance communications
These are the PCCs relating to beneficial ownership and the targeted financial sanctions obligations.
FSCA revises the timelines for the roll-out of Omni-CBR
The Authority has noted the industry’s feedback, but Moonstone’s main concern with the first version of the return remains.
SCA directs removal of East London attorney from roll over misconduct
The Supreme Court of Appeal replaced the High Court’s two-year suspension order, saying the attorney was not amenable to rehabilitation.
MBSE top achiever navigates Postgraduate Diploma path with determination
Paraplanner Neo Mahlangu shines with his third qualification from Moonstone Business School of Excellence.
Former Momentum financial planner arrested for R4.7 million fraud
The financial services group is aware of another client who fell victim to the former employee’s alleged misconduct.
Capitec’s funeral policy arrangement with Sanlam to end next year
Capitec Life will take over the administration of the in-force insurance book.
