What SA’s prolonged hard insurance market means for insurers, brokers, and clients
Advisers can offer clients invaluable insights and the tools they need to thrive, even in times of turbulence.
RAF faces claims surge if form falls
SCOPA says the RAF 1 form may have kept claims out of the system, leaving the Fund exposed to a wave of unrecognised liabilities if it is set aside.
Ignore R&D-driven growth stocks at your peril
The thrust behind the re-rating of growth stocks since 2010 was technological advancements and innovation through research and development.
Global recognition for MTI joint liquidators’ statutory powers grows
The creditors’ list in the Ponzi scheme stands at 8 550 as the joint liquidators prepare to submit the second liquidation and distribution account to the Master of the High Court.
Policyholder waiting for funeral policy payout after three years
The FAIS Ombud issues a determination after the FSP fails to follow through on its undertaking to settle the claim.
Loadshedding is not a joke in the workplace, CCMA rules
Employees who post messages on their employer’s social media groups must consider the impact on the employer and other employees.
Top employers benefit from bridging the hybrid work gap
Sanlam, Momentum Metropolitan, and Absa secured consecutive Top Employer certification for 2024 by excelling in HR practices and innovative initiatives, with a focus on employee well-being, diversity, digitisation, and flexible hybrid work models.
Cloete Murray was looking into Constantia Insurance – Business Day report
The insolvency specialist was fatally shot two days after filing an urgent application to initiate a section 417 inquiry, the publication says.
Selling SA at Davos: the challenge of attracting foreign direct investment
Reducing regulation, lowering the cost of doing business, and tapping into the infrastructure asset class can position SA to attract FDI, says Izak Odendaal.
‘Crowd-farming’ platform co-operating with FSCA over licensing concerns
Livestock Wealth says it was under the impression, based on correspondence with the Authority, that it did not need a licence to sell agricultural assets.
First wave of crypto asset service provider licences nears approval
The FSCA also confirms that one FSP licence has been provisionally suspended as part of its investigation into advisers who may have referred clients to BHI Trust.
Top ACFP student is proud to obtain a qualification from MBSE
Wealth portfolio administrator Susan du Toit says Moonstone’s reputation for integrity and professionalism stands out.
Is your Fit and Proper status future-proof?
Have you completed unit standards or credit-bearing programmes towards the FETC: Short-term Insurance or the FETC: Wealth Management?
What you should know about the FAIS competence requirements
The first in a series of articles that explains the competence requirements for people who want to enter the financial services industry.
South Africa faces economic headwinds as Fitch rating reflects concerns
Fitch’s recent affirmation of the country’s BB- rating underscores concerns about weak GDP growth, power shortages, faltering logistics, and a rising government debt-to-GDP ratio.
Family members in court for alleged multimillion-rand Ponzi scheme
The trio linked to Coin-It Trading were charged with fraud, contravening the FAIS Act and the Banks Act, and with money laundering.
Three FSPs’ licences, branding abused in social media investment scam
The FSCA is also investigating a company that may be selling guarantee insurance without authorisation.
Cap on healthcare broker fees increases by 5%
The new limit applies to contributions received from 1 January.
