
Rulings define scope of PA’s powers under transitional insurance laws
The Tribunal and the High Court delivered key decisions emphasising proportional enforcement and the proper use of transitional provisions.
The rising number of investigations and inspections underline a shift from registration to active supervision.

The Tribunal and the High Court delivered key decisions emphasising proportional enforcement and the proper use of transitional provisions.

A High Court ruling confirms that SARS must honour lawful settlement agreements and cannot rely on internal systems or administrative hurdles to escape binding terms.

The Authority says the penalties reflect the financial benefit gained from unlawful conduct and the harm to clients – handing 30-year debarments to several Banxso executives.

The FSCA imposes a R197m fine on Medbond Insurance Brokers and its principal, whom it debarred for 30 years.

Mogesh Pillay proves MBSE’s Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning empowers professionals beyond advisory roles.

The FSCA’s investigation concluded that South African Relocations and The Relocations Group offered marine insurance without registration.

The Authority found that most investor funds were used to pay ‘returns’ to other investors and cover personal expenses.

The conviction highlights ongoing investigations under Project Blue Lights into systemic tender manipulation and corruption within the police service.

A subsequent, corrected section 129 notice cannot cure defects in the original notice once summary judgment proceedings have begun.

Data from Discovery Bank and PayInc shows surging online activity, high volumes and cautious but recovering consumer spend this Black Friday.

As South Africans turn to Airbnb, house swaps, and car rentals to cut costs, many discover personal policies don’t automatically respond.

New end-dates extend the temporary allocation of certain supervisory duties to the FSCA and PA while regulatory frameworks are finalised.

From 1 March, new frameworks will impose expanded due diligence and information-exchange obligations on exchanges, custodians and banks.

Classic Financial Services edges closer to closure as the first liquidation and distribution account is formally lodged for public inspection.

The 2024 Industry Report highlights rising utilisation, ageing membership, and persistent under-pricing as the key forces reshaping medical scheme sustainability.

The PPRA and LPC tighten enforcement as complaints surge over referral incentives, early commissions, and covert ‘gift economy’ deals.

Many trading platforms are FSCA-licensed but expressly do not provide advice. This typically blocks successful complaints unless advice can be proved.