High Court orders insurer to reconsider unfair debarment carried out in 2016

The applicant only became aware in May last year that the decision to debar her constituted administrative action.

COVID-19 – What to consider when working remotely

The way we work has in the past week or two been turned on its head. Many of us have been asked to work from home and team leaders suddenly need to deal […]

COVID-19 – Individual actions will determine SA’s mortality rate

Individual South Africans can influence the COVID-19 mortality rate by doing all they can to slow down the spread of the virus. According to healthcare actuary Shivani Ranchod this is an “all-hands-on-deck” scenario […]

COVID-19 – Individual actions will determine SA’s mortality rate

Investment value fluctuations – Financial adviser can assist with management of fear

In a recent ASISA media release, Leon Campher, ASISA CEO, shares that although South Africa is feeling the heat generated by the COVID-19 market turmoil, it is important to remember that the country […]

Tough times brings tough measures for the financial services industry

As governments are rolling out tougher measures to halt the rapid spread of the coronavirus pandemic, criminals are taking advantage of the ensuing anxiety to defraud victims online. The sudden increase in remote […]

State of disaster – Financial Adviser has critical role to play

The declaration of a national state of disaster by President Ramaphosa on 15 March 2020 has shaken the entire country to its core and will hopefully mobilise all South Africans to work together and take […]

Impact of COVID-19 on regulator – FSCA announces precautionary measures

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has announced that it will be taking precautionary measures in the interest of containing the COVID-19 pandemic, to protect their staff, the sector and to support Government […]

Impact of COVID-19 on regulator – FSCA announces precautionary measures

COVID-19 – Measures Implemented by FAIS Ombud

As a result of the COVID 19 virus, the Office of the FAIS Ombud has also implemented measures to limit the spread of the virus in an effort to protect both employees and […]

Money Smart Week South Africa – Postponed

Given the accelerated spread of COVID-19 in South Africa, and in support of government’s decision to stop any public gathering of more than 100 people; the organising committee for Money Smart Week South […]

CPD – Online courses now key

The spread of the coronavirus led to the closure of schools and universities and the cancellation of face- to-face workshops and seminars. With only 72 days to go, now is the time to […]

The real cost of that daily cappuccino – Trust an actuary…

Costa Economou, convenor of the Retirement Matters Committee of the Actuarial Society of South Africa, says that many people do not consider the time it takes to earn the money needed to fund […]

The State of our National Savings – Are we saving resilient?

The Investec GIBS Savings Index for SA, started three years ago, has become an important barometer and measure of savings levels in the country. Toward the end of last year, Investec also released […]

Reintroducing third party insurance – Welcomed by most insurers

About 70% of the approximately 12 million cars on South Africa’s roads are not insured. Insurers have therefore welcomed the government’s proposal, announced in the recent Budget speech, to make third-party insurance compulsory for […]

Money Smart Week – Educating the consumer to become money smart

Money Smart Week South Africa 2020 will take place from 23 to 28 March. In a recent tweet the FSCA asked: “What will you be doing to help improve financial literacy and help build a […]

Continuous Professional Development – Progress check

With less than 80 days before the end of the current CPD cycle, now is an opportune time to take stock, and action, if required. As you are no doubt aware, certain categories […]