
Treasury signals harder line on failing municipalities
Treasury Director-General Duncan Pieterse says municipalities that fail to reform may increasingly lose operational control of key services.
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Treasury Director-General Duncan Pieterse says municipalities that fail to reform may increasingly lose operational control of key services.

The Authority was not required to disclose documents tied to its investigation and search warrant against the Municipal Employees’ Pension Fund.

Nine weather stations have been installed across South Africa to improve early warning systems as severe weather events intensify.

A new SARS–NCC agreement strengthens enforcement against non-compliant imports as authorities tighten controls on e-commerce and customs risks.

The Authority debars two senior officials for 30 years after finding unlawful financial practices linked to the SANDF group life insurance scheme.

A Court-ordered reset of the RAF claims process may force recognition of previously excluded liabilities, with potentially severe consequences for the Fund and the fiscus.

As exams begin, MBSE shares practical strategies to help students use their study time more effectively.

The specified accountable institutions have until 30 June or 31 July to complete and submit their RCRs.

The High Court finds the Council must disclose the material it relies on before taking a decision that affects the provider’s ability to operate.

Werksmans says the Regulator’s performance plan points to stricter oversight of breach reporting, direct marketing, PAIA compliance, and cross-border transfers.

The trade credit insurer says local business failures remain historically low, but global geopolitical tensions are creating a more fragile operating environment.

Discovery Insure data points to immediate behavioural shifts, with fewer trips and reduced travel.

Attend this practical session on PCC 23A, Directive 11, and the steps needed to submit a complete and defensible return.

Investigations across four provinces reveal recurring irregularities, with recovery and prosecution still lagging far behind the findings.

The insurer offers to repurchase shares – while restructuring ownership through an empowerment issue and a management share scheme.

Exchanges say the draft could affect routine crypto use, while one legal analysis questions whether the framework is truly more permissive.

As financial advice shifts beyond technical solutions, advisers are increasingly valued for their ability to guide clients through behaviour and life’s defining moments.