Ransomware gang claims to have leaked government pension data
LockBit, the cybercriminal group allegedly responsible for the attack, was the subject of a take-down operation by global law enforcement agencies.
SCOPA moves from hearings to hard choices on the RAF
The committee’s final report is expected to examine the legal consequences of former chief executive Collins Letsoalo’s refusal to appear before Parliament.
Rising fire risks prompt urgent focus on insurance in the agri sector
A dispute over a R14 million claim underscores the importance of clear communication and thorough risk assessment in fire insurance agreements.
Forensic investigation finds no evidence of billing fraud at Mediclinic
ENSafrica identified some incidents involving mistakes or unintended errors, but these were ‘random and minuscule’.
Same falsified Uber receipts, but a different outcome at the Tribunal
There are differences in the circumstances surrounding the debarments and the reconsideration applications.
New earnings threshold takes effect on 1 April
If you earn above the threshold, certain provisions of three pieces of labour legislation no longer automatically apply.
Increase in penalty for non-submission of insurance returns
The penalty is R8 215 a day, in terms of the Long-term Insurance Act or the Short-term Insurance Act.
Bitcoin’s price discovery justifies a core holding
The primary supply of Bitcoin is running dry, and the secondary supply is limited.
Board of Healthcare Funders takes Council for Medical Schemes to task in lawyer’s letter
The BHF raises 10 issues, including the ‘misuse’ of curatorships, whether NHI is informing policy prematurely, and the absence of low-cost benefit options.
Sanlam’s India operations pave the way to stellar performance in 2023
All eyes are on the group’s pan-African joint venture with Allianz, to see whether it will mirror the achievements of Sanlam’s interests in India.
Wife accused of murder cannot receive a death benefit
‘The bloody hand does not inherit’ is an established common law principle, says the Pension Funds Adjudicator.
Two pots: administrators encouraged to submit draft rule amendments
The FSCA expects to receive a large number of amendments, so it would like to have prior sight of the proposed amendments beforehand.
ASISA’s interim CEO’s focus is on people and potential for improvement
Adrian Burke, ASISA’s newly appointed acting chief executive, shares his approach and objectives during his tenure at the organisation.
Carrick Wealth partners with UK investment group Marlborough
Marlborough’s Ireland-domiciled UCITS multi-asset portfolios will now be included in Carrick Wealth’s range of investment options.
From legal litigation to leadership: Mulalo Moroe’s journey in insurance law
Mulalo Moroe, recently appointed as head of corporate legal services at Santam, talks about overcoming imposter syndrome and the traits of an effective leader.
Ruling sheds light on SARS’s application of section 12B tax incentive
Binding Class Ruling 88 provides guidance on what qualifies as a ‘generation asset’ and how the allowance applies to limited partners investing in solar PV energy assets.
Income from influencer activities is taxable
A common misconception among influencers earning income from international sources is that payments from abroad are not subject to taxation in South Africa.
Financial sector transformation: progress, but challenges remain
Life offices and asset managers exceed B-BBEE ownership targets, but face hurdles with employment equity targets, ASISA report finds.
