Joint Standard on how financial institutions should manage their IT risks
Financial institutions are expected to implement IT controls that are commensurate with their risk appetite, based on the nature and size of an institution’s operations.
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.
Lara Warburton clinches top honour as FPI Financial Planner of the Year
Video interview: Lara Warburton, the managing director of Integral Wealth Management, shares why she entered the Financial Planner of the Year competition and what has stood out for her at this year’s FPI Professional’s Convention.
Looking back at this year’s FPI Professional’s Convention
Video interview: Kirsty Scully, the chairperson of the FPI, and Lelané Bezuidenhout, the chief executive of the FPI, on the key take-aways from the Financial Planning Institute’s two-day convention.
Unlock the potential of AI in cybersecurity: webinar on the importance of reducing human cyber risk
Join Moonstone Business School of Excellence for an eye-opening webinar that will transform the way you think about digital defence in the financial industry.
Supreme Court of Appeal dismisses challenge to the procedural fairness of sections of the FSR Act
It was argued that the Act does not require the FSCA to invite submissions before deciding whether a person has contravened a financial sector law.
DAY 2 LIVE from the 2023 FPI Professional’s Convention
The second and final day (15 November) of the 2023 FPI Professional’s Convention just got underway at the Sandton Convention Centre and online.
Fund members must understand the implications of annuity choices, says FAIS Ombud
The restrictions on accessing funds within a life annuity should be made clear.
Penalties loom for non-compliance with OPFA information requests
OPFA 2022-2023 Annual Report annual report highlights key determinations in pension administration law.
China to rise again – prefer indirect exposure through Richemont and LVMH
Infrastructure spending should be good for business and consumer confidence, leading to a rise in the China Non-manufacturing PMI and a re-rating of luxury goods stocks.
Treasury makes some concessions on drastic tax proposals
Update on draft legislation: the requirement for foreign employers to withhold PAYE, Practice Note 31, and the foreign business establishment exemption.
Become an effective manager: webinar on tackling poor workplace performance
Moonstone Compliance’s free webinar will provide you with the skills to investigate and manage poor performance.
Time is running out to apply for a crypto asset licence
One can continue to render crypto asset financial services if the application is submitted by 30 November.
‘Due care and diligence’ at the centre of BHI Trust probe – FSCA
The FSCA’s investigation into FSPs who might have suggested the trust to their clients aims to assess whether these providers took into account suitability and risk factors.
Survey unpacks corporate taxpayers’ perceptions of Sars’s service
The results indicate an improvement in the level of service since 2018, but many taxpayers say it has become harder to comply with their obligations.
Higher level of compliance by individual taxpayers this filing season
But Sars has identified categories of non-compliant taxpayers who face penalties and legal action if they don’t come clean.
Two pots: six critical pillars financial advisers need to know when guiding their clients
While the two-pot retirement system will improve longer-term retirement outcomes, customers must be guided on the pitfalls of early access.
FAIS Ombud thanks FSPs for their co-operation to resolve disputes
The Ombud aims to issue determinations only as a last resort.
