PSG Asset class perspectives – Looking beyond the corona crisis
In the same way that the COVID-19 pandemic has created a new normal with a future that looks quite different to the one that all predicted at the start of 2020, there are […]
Ithala pulled back from the edge, but its future remains in doubt
The Prudential Authority has withdrawn its liquidation bid after progress on depositor repayments, but Ithala is still unlicensed and cannot resume deposit-taking.
Developing healthy financial habits through various life cycles – Top tips for your clients
When it comes to savings, there is no blanket approach that covers every life stage. In your 20s, you have completely different priorities compared to your 50s. As you get older, your priorities […]
Essential procedural considerations when debarring an errant representative
By Joani van Vuuren, Siya Ngcamu and Ilyaas Mayet of Webber Wentzel From the plethora of cases successfully referred to the Financial Services Tribunal for reconsideration of a decision to debar, it is […]
Cybersecurity – 10 tips for online safety
Research suggests that digital financial fraud may see a surge of up to 80% this year. Just in the last week, we were exposed to various incidents, with the Experian South Africa data […]
Cybersecurity – 10 tips for online safety
Research suggests that digital financial fraud may see a surge of up to 80% this year. Just in the last week, we were exposed to various incidents, with the Experian South Africa data […]
Farewell Caroline – Da Silva’s resignation will leave big boots to fill
All in a manner of speaking, of course. This delicate and gracious lady made a huge impact during her seven years at the FSB and later FSCA. One always felt, in dealing with […]
Farewell Caroline – Da Silva’s resignation will leave big boots to fill
All in a manner of speaking, of course. This delicate and gracious lady made a huge impact during her seven years at the FSB and later FSCA. One always felt, in dealing with […]
Critical addition to medical procedures underlines the need for Gap cover
With the increase in medical innovation, gap cover is becoming increasingly critical, especially where robot assisted surgery is concerned. “Medical technology is always pushing the boundaries of innovation, and one of the latest […]
Critical addition to medical procedures underlines the need for Gap cover
With the increase in medical innovation, gap cover is becoming increasingly critical, especially where robot assisted surgery is concerned. “Medical technology is always pushing the boundaries of innovation, and one of the latest […]
United Kingdom Test case on Business Interruption Claims – SA High Court ruling cited
The Without Prejudice website recently published an article, written by Christine Rodrigues and Keryn Layton-Mccann of Bowmans, on the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) efforts to obtain legal clarity on whether insurers are […]
United Kingdom Test case on Business Interruption Claims – SA High Court ruling cited
The Without Prejudice website recently published an article, written by Christine Rodrigues and Keryn Layton-Mccann of Bowmans, on the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) efforts to obtain legal clarity on whether insurers are […]
FSCA Notices – Extension of various exemptions
The FSCA has released the following Notices: 1. FSCA FAIS Notice 68 of 2020 Amendment of Exemption of Certain FSPs who are Long-term Insurers or Short-term Insurers from Section 13 of the General […]
FSCA Notices – Extension of various exemptions
The FSCA has released the following Notices: 1. FSCA FAIS Notice 68 of 2020 Amendment of Exemption of Certain FSPs who are Long-term Insurers or Short-term Insurers from Section 13 of the General […]
Cash replaces loo paper as hoarding continues
In a thought provoking article titled “First it was loo roll, now it’s cash”, Ben Kumar, a senior investment strategist at 7IM, discusses cash hoarding by clients as a result of not being […]
E-filing season – Timelines for consideration
For clarity around the submission of tax returns, SARS re-emphasised the various submission dates last week: 1 August – 31 August 2020 Filing of returns commence through any of the SARS eChannels, namely […]
Moonstone Regulatory Update Workshop 2020 – Save the date
Moonstone Compliance is excited to announce that registration for the popular annual regulatory update workshop will open soon. This year the annual event will go virtual and the webinar will be hosted on […]
Factors impacting on Administrative Penalties imposed by FSCA
We have in the past raised concerns about how the quantum of such fines were determined. A recent ruling by the Financial Services Tribunal provides legal clarity on the matter. Section 167(1) of […]
