The Financial Intermediaries Association (FIA) also responded to the announcement of the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) prohibiting South African medical aids from offering Low-Cost Benefit Options (LCBO) to low-income market segments. The […]
Does the PFA have the power to substitute a board of trustee’s decision? Can the PFA change the decision with regards to the allocation of death benefits? When are adult children regarded as […]
Does the PFA have the power to substitute a board of trustee’s decision? Can the PFA change the decision with regards to the allocation of death benefits? When are adult children regarded as […]
Towards the end of last year, the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS) published two circulars announcing its plans for Low Cost Benefit Options (LCBO) and the Demarcation Exemption Framework, going forward. Basically, the […]
With the end of the tax year around the corner, everyone should be getting their tax documentation in order. In a recent Moneyweb article, Gareth Collier of Crue Invest (Pty) Ltd shares a […]
South African’s living and working abroad are preparing themselves for the new amendments to the Income Tax Act, which have been dubbed the expat tax, to come into effect from 1 March 2020. The National […]
Section 65 of the Medical Schemes Act provides that: ● No Person may act or offer to act as a broker unless the Council has granted accreditation to such a person on payment […]
SA has a small but fast-growing fintech industry, presenting considerable benefits and risks. As a result, regulators need an understanding of the fintech landscape in South Africa in order to manage risks in […]
Crime has a huge impact on insurance, from short-term to health insurance. At a recent SAPS event, police minister Bheki Cele addressed the media on the festive season statistics for the period October 15 […]
Is it a case of “innocent until proven guilty” or “guilty until proven innocent”? Although witnesses shared their views and not one piece of evidence was overlooked, a recent Ombudsman case study indicated […]
The annual webinar, aimed specifically at Financial Services Providers NOT required to appoint a compliance officer, will be hosted on Thursday, 13 February 2020. The two hour session will once again provide insight into frequently […]
Globally, 93% of consumers still prefer talking over “tapping” when it comes to sharing their brand experience or seeking recommendations, according to a consumer study released by global measurement company Nielsen. Nielsen’s Real […]
In May 2019, Rosemary Lightbody, the senior policy adviser at ASISA, indicated that despite the efforts already made by member companies, it is estimated that unclaimed assets worth R17.1 billion held in 147 221 products […]
In May 2019, Rosemary Lightbody, the senior policy adviser at ASISA, indicated that despite the efforts already made by member companies, it is estimated that unclaimed assets worth R17.1 billion held in 147 221 products […]
The FSCA recently published RDR Discussion Document updates and, amongst others, requested input on various aspects of the adviser categorisation model. The seven key focus areas of the document are: Section 1: Terminology […]
Employer deductions from pension funds have raised many questions in the past. What is legal? Can a pension fund pay-out be delayed? Can damages as a result of theft or fraud be deducted, […]
The FSCA recently published various RDR (Retail Distribution Review) discussion documents for comment. One of the documents provides specific updates and requests input on several aspects of the adviser categorisation model. Purpose of […]
