Treasury takes the next step in financial sector reform.
I am quite proud to share with you a report received from CENCE, our Social Investment initiative. The name CENCE is the acronym for “Consumer Education through National Collaborative Enablement”. Cence, in partnership […]
This article received quite a bit of attention from the market. We respond to two of the questions received from from readers. I just recently received the Moonstone Monitor for today and have […]
In FSB Newsletter 12, the regulator expresses concern that the duty of a compliance officer to report real, or suspected irregularities, does not always receive the attention it should. Section 17(1)(c) of the […]
I experienced a rare “I told you so” moment when I read yesterday that coach Meyer agreed with my views on patience – both from the players and supporters. But too much of […]
The original article published by RiskSA regarding a misleading advertisement elicited a response from OUTsurance. The original article reported on a finding by the Code of Complaints Committee of SAIA that a particular […]
Due to recent developments in the market, there is a substantial increase in demand for our compliance services. We recently published an article on the qualification criteria for COs, which interested parties can […]
At this time of year, little things can be far more irritating than ten months ago. Do not feel alone. Law of Mechanical Repair – After your hands become coated with grease, your […]
Ombud Complaints Analysed A reader recently pointed out an interesting statistic published in the FAIS Ombud’s annual report. Less than 20% of the complaints received in the last year, concerned investments. He says […]
Inseta has 1 000 vouchers available to those looking for financial support in obtaining a full qualification. This applies equally to those already studying towards a recognised qualification, and those wanting to start […]
European Tour Overview The difference between the All Blacks and the Springboks is exactly the same as that which differentiates their supporters. After a very touching opening to the match (the band stopped […]
An on-line article concerning an advert of a direct insurer which transgressed the Code of Conduct of a professional body, was removed this morning. We also prepared an article on this, but decided […]
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Publication of the FAIS Ombud’s annual report provides a great learning opportunity every year. We believe that learning from someone else’s mistakes is far better than from your own. A subject that made […]
A lady goes to the bar on a cruise ship and orders a Scotch with two drops of water. As the bartender gives her the drink she says ‘I’m on this cruise to […]
The changes to requirements for compliance officers (COs) caused quite a stir in the industry. We are not convinced that everybody understood how it affects them. Moonstone Compliance condensed the information below from […]
Continuity appears to have been the motivation behind the selection of the Springbok team for Saturday’s test against Ireland. Juandré Kruger is the logical replacement for Andries Bekker, as is JP Pietersen for […]
In view of the lull in sporting activities, I did some spywork and found the following extracts in the Sydney Morning Herald in anticipation of Friday’s first match between the Proteas and Australia. […]
