Singles’ Day: what investors can learn from the world’s biggest retail event
Singles’ Day, which takes place on 11 November in China, has grown from a student celebration of self-care into the world’s largest retail event.
Latest FATF review puts South Africa under a harsher spotlight
Treasury says the country already has most of the rules it needs; the challenge now is proving that institutions are using them effectively.
SA leads Africa’s insurance market – but execution will define the next wave
Despite high penetration and digital sophistication, local insurers must turn strategy into action, embedding cover, simplifying products, and building ecosystems to capture the continent’s next growth opportunity.
Treasury: 3% inflation target will improve competitiveness but squeeze short-term revenues
Godongwana announces a shift from the 3%-to-6% range to a 3% target with a 1-percentage-point tolerance band, to be implemented over two years.
Hit the ground running in 2026: MBSE COB modules half price
Don’t wait for New Year’s resolutions – build or refresh your competence in financial services with MBSE’s nine COB modules.
OMNI-Risk Return presentations available for downloading
The recordings of the three webinars on the Return can be viewed on the FSCA’s YouTube channel.
Planners as influencers: how to grow reach without losing trust
Marketing and reputation experts urge financial planners to build an authentic online presence to counter misinformation.
Court rules: you must repay the bank even if your car is faulty
If a financed car is defective, your recourse is against the dealer – not the bank financing the purchase.
Labour Court overturns CCMA’s reinstatement of wealth manager
Failing to follow FAIS-mandated policy-renewal procedures and poor record-keeping constituted a serious regulatory breach that justified dismissal.
Adjudicator lacks jurisdiction over unapproved disability policies
Tribunal confirms that only benefits administered by a registered fund fall under the Pension Funds Adjudicator’s jurisdiction.
Risk manager’s restraint of trade remains even while appeal is pending
Allowing an appeal to suspend the restraint would render the firm’s contractual protection meaningless, as the restraint period could expire before an appeal is heard.
Three years that matter: emigration and access to retirement funds
The three-year countdown starts only when SARS formally recognises you as a non-resident – a difference of months can affect access and tax outcomes.
No one is safe: FSCA sounds alarm on a surge in impersonation and investment scams
Fraudsters are increasingly impersonating reputable financial firms and executives to lure investors.
After FATF delisting, can South Africa catch the PAPSS wave – or miss it?
South Africa has a two-year window to leverage FATF delisting and integrate with PAPSS, unlocking faster, cheaper cross-border payments – or risk missing the opportunity.
Treasury concedes on one CIS tax proposal, holds firm on another
National Treasury has withdrawn its proposal that would have triggered capital gains tax when fund managers merge collective investment scheme portfolios.
Acting CEO and CFO among four suspended RAF executives
SCOPA’s inquiry uncovers layers of dysfunction – from years-long paid suspensions and costly legal battles to questionable appointments.
PA fines Discovery Bank R3m for FICA compliance failures
A 2021 inspection found late submission of suspicious activity reports, inadequate staff training, delayed monitoring responses, and shortcomings in the bank’s RMCP.
Meet the people behind MBSE’s qualifications at the November Virtual Open Days
MBSE’s free Virtual Open Days from 11 to 13 November offer aspiring and established finance professionals a chance to explore accredited qualifications, engage with lecturers, and map out their next academic step.
