The proposed minimum unit price for alcohol could make drinking less affordable and curb harmful consumption, but critics argue it may unintentionally fuel the already substantial illicit alcohol market.
Carina Wessels of Alexforbes discusses the urgent need for retirement funds to ‘learn forward as they lean forward’ to ensure long-term sustainability and relevance.
Dr Musa Gumede steps into the role of Registrar of the CMS, succeeding Dr Sipho Kabane, whose tenure was marked by significant challenges and critical industry reforms.
The Authority challenges Banxso’s claim that it is not connected to Immediate Matrix’s deepfake adverts.
Experts weigh in the impact on financial services of a proposed opt-out registry to protect consumers from unwanted marketing.
The liquidation application against Banxso claims that the number of clients deceived by the deepfake adverts is far greater than previously reported.
The judgment highlights that confirming payment details is essential to avoid financial loss.
SASRIA says the proclamation issued by President Ramaphosa follows its request for assistance from the Special Investigating Unit.
MPs are also told that the fiscus cannot afford a permanent and expanded Social Relief of Distress grant without tax increases.
There is a legal grey area over the calculation of pension interest in divorce settlements and whether funds may now be permitted to make deductions for future maintenance orders.
Insurance advertising often addresses personal experiences of loss and hardship, so they are likely to trigger strong emotional responses, the Board says.
The Tax Ombud’s 2023/24 report highlights delays in SARS meeting resolution deadlines, an increase in complaints, and a concerning rise in eFiling profile hijacking.
After years of stalled progress, the FSCA’s recent comments suggest National Treasury may renew its push for auto-enrolment.
The industry lost at least R175.9 million last year but prevented losses of R1.5 billion through enhanced detection efforts, says ASISA.
A proposed amendment to the Consumer Protection Act aims to establish an opt-out registry, allowing consumers to block unsolicited marketing messages.
The court ruled that MiWay’s expert analysis relied too heavily on assumptions, while overlooking the driver’s account that he swerved to avoid a dog.
The Authority also warns about fraudsters impersonating HF Markets, and urges caution when doing business with FXNONSTOP and Tiger Agriculture.
