A way out sought for consumers stuck in debt counselling
The National Debt Counselling Association is pushing for a regulated mechanism to remove consumers from incomplete debt counselling caused by life-changing events.
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Ensure retirement products are an integral part of your estate plan
RAs and living annuities usually fall outside the deceased estate, which means the proceeds will not be tied up while the estate is finalised.
FSCA issues multiple public warnings about unauthorised operators
South Africans should verify anyone offering financial services or investment opportunities.
CMS says GEMS cannot cut 25% reserve requirement
The comment comes amid a growing standoff between organised labour and GEMS after the scheme announced a 9.8% contribution increase for 2026.
Open letter to Kieswetter highlights rising taxpayer frustration
The Office of the Tax Ombud is seeing the same delays, verification snags, and procedural irregularities highlighted by a tax practitioner.
US stocks: the bar for perfection is set very high, but opportunities abound
Historical trends suggest it could take up to three years for some sectors’ price-to-book ratios to normalise, says Ryk de Klerk.
Former Steinhoff director jailed for 5 years in R376m fraud case
Iwan Schelbert admitted to his role in generating a fraudulent invoice that helped to inflate Steinhoff at Work’s accounts.
Tribunal orders refund after dealer tries – and fails – to contract out of CPA
The National Consumer Tribunal rules the dealer breached the Act by leaving serious defects unrepaired – rejecting its disclaimers and partial fixes.
Can taxpayers lose by challenging SARS? The hidden risks in transfer pricing disputes
Taxpayers challenging assessments in transfer pricing disputes face hidden risks, including the rare possibility that the Tax Court could consider increasing an assessment.
Appeals Board ruling puts Centriq–Dis-Chem partnership on the line
In Circular 48, the CMS signals tougher enforcement against exempted insurers, warning that non-compliant branding and failure to notify regulators will attract decisive action.
Out of the grey, not yet in the clear: what EU delisting really means for South Africa
South Africa’s removal from the EU’s high-risk list eases regulatory friction, but economists caution that rebuilding investor confidence will be gradual.
How the HCSTI shapes confident, career-ready brokers
MBSE top achievers share how the HCSTI turns ambition and experience into long-term growth in short-term insurance.
From memes to markets: what Venezuela’s upheaval really means for investors
Behind the viral humour lies a deeper story about geopolitics, energy risk and why disciplined, diversified investing could define returns as markets head into a potentially “Goldilocks” 2026.
School fees vs debt: why early planning matters more than ever
From no-fee schools to R200 000-plus private options, rising education costs are forcing families to budget smarter, plan earlier and rethink how they fund schooling without sinking deeper into debt.
Focus and intentional action are key to building generational wealth
Disciplined planning, clear governance and early education – not asset size – are what determine whether wealth survives across generations.
MediCheck claims win as Discovery Health writes off up to R170m in ATB recoveries
Discovery Health has abandoned recovery action against more than 16 500 members, agreeing to absorb up to R170 million in overpaid ATB claims after sustained pressure from MediCheck,
Suretyships mean what they say: advisers learn hard lessons after broker house collapse
A Northern Cape High Court ruling shows how easily advisers can be left personally exposed.
