Turning regulatory training into an opportunity
Moonstone Business School of Excellence’s regulatory short courses are among MBSE’s most popular offerings for FSPs looking to meet their CPD requirements.
Levy increases for 2025/26 lower than initially proposed
Moonstone’s levy calculator enables FSPs to find out quickly how much they will pay to the FSCA, FAIS Ombud, and Tribunal.
Sanlam and Ninety One seal key deal to reshape active asset management landscape
Sanlam and Ninety One share key agreements, marking the next step in their strategic partnership.
Sanlam advances Assupol integration to strengthen retail mass operations
With the integration of Assupol well under way, Sanlam is working to streamline its operations and enhance its market position.
Health Minister publishes draft regulations for NHI Fund governance
The regulations set out the process for selecting the NHI Fund’s leadership, including its board, chief executive, and advisory committees.
SRD grant is a temporary relief measure, says Social Development department
Financially squeezed government wants to overturn a judgment declaring aspects of the SRD regulations unconstitutional.
FSP loses bid to halt investigation and lift licence suspension
The FSCA’s decision to investigate Anova Wealth and suspend its licence remains in effect after the Tribunal declined the FSP’s applications for reconsideration.
Coalition: government’s ‘piecemeal’ healthcare reforms fall short
The Universal Healthcare Access Coalition says the proposed tariff-setting measures for private healthcare side-step essential reforms.
As the DeepSeek dust settles – what have we learned about investing in AI?
Chinese startup DeepSeek unveils a cost-efficient method for training generative AI chatbots, prompting experts to re-examine investment strategies and the future of AI infrastructure.
More women prioritising preventive healthcare, Bestmed data shows
Rising breast and cervical cancer registrations underscore the importance of early detection and access to quality medical care.
ASISA rejects proposed ‘dualistic nature’ of CIS portfolios
ASISA warns that reclassifying collective investment scheme portfolios as profit-making schemes will undermine years of established investment policy.
Crucial deadline for accountable institutions supervised by the FIC
They must submit a copy of their RMCP to the Financial Intelligence Centre by 12 March.
Santam’s earnings surge despite troubling weather and vehicle claims
Nearly all business units report strong growth in new business volumes.
Stay compliant and competitive: join our direct marketing webinar
The latest Guidance Note on Direct Marketing has clarified key rules that could impact your business. Join Moonstone Compliance’s expert-led webinar to ensure your marketing strategy is both effective and lawful.
Record R35.25bn outflow marks cautious year for South Africa’s CIS market
Reinvested income and strong interest-bearing portfolio performance led to net inflows of R85.82 billion in 2024.
Revised unit trust fund classifications: early impact in focus
The new SA Multi Asset SA High Equity category is expected to gain traction over time, despite slower uptake in the early stages.
Tribunal upholds FSCA’s sanctions for unauthorised advice
FSPs must ensure their representatives operate strictly within their authorised product categories and according to the client’s mandate.
What if your client’s beneficial owner is in a sanctioned jurisdiction?
Clients with UBOs in sanctioned areas face enhanced risk, potentially triggering relationship termination and strict regulatory measures.
