The dark side of digital romance: how ‘pig butchering’ scams are targeting daters
From fake love to stolen funds, romance scams powered by AI and cryptocurrency are on the rise – find out how to protect yourself from this growing threat.
Banxso licence withdrawal – FST dismisses reconsideration bid
The Tribunal dismisses separate applications brought by Banxso and four executives, saying they lack legal standing.
Old Mutual chief executive to take early retirement
Following 32 years with Old Mutual and nearly five as CEO, Iain Williamson is stepping down in August.
Warning of impersonation scam involving Nampak
The FSCA also advises the public to be cautious of World Option Crypto and JoziEx.
US bonds: when a dead asset comes alive
With the risk premium of bonds relative to equities at a 20-year low, US bonds – particularly medium-term ones – are regaining their relevance in diversified investment portfolios.
MPs push for deeper financial sector transformation
The Finance and the Trade and Industry committees will engage with roleplayers from across the sector before finalising a report that will be tabled in Parliament.
Funeral home fined R11.4m for unauthorised insurance business
The two directors were debarred for 20 and 10 years, respectively.
More arrests in Steinhoff saga as executives face justice
The arrest of two more former Steinhoff executives ties back to a fraudulent scheme involving a handwritten note by Markus Jooste.
Broker’s acknowledgment of debt falls outside National Credit Act
The High Court overturns a lower court’s decision in favour of a financial adviser whose commissions were clawed back.
FIC publishes revised RMCP guidelines
Guidance Note 7A provides further guidance to accountable institutions about their Risk Management and Compliance Programme obligations.
SA issues first terrorism-related freezing order under amended law
The FIC has directed financial institutions to freeze the designated assets and comply with reporting requirements under FICA.
Healthcare coalition says NHI is ‘unfeasible’, proposes alternative route to universal health coverage
The Universal Healthcare Access Coalition – which includes healthcare professionals and funders – contends that a single tax-funded system cannot effectively provide universal medical coverage.
Healthcare costs are rising – but so is the need for cover
Medical inflation and increasing health demands are making healthcare more expensive. Instead of cancelling your medical scheme, here’s how to adjust your plan to stay covered without breaking the bank.
Majority judgment ‘does not alter’ RAF’s liability for medical scheme members’ claims
The High Court in Cape Town rejects the Road Accident Fund’s contention that the Mlambo judgment has altered the legal landscape.
Alexforbes reports R7 billion in two-pot system withdrawals
It says 47% of members intend to make future claims – with 34% of those who have already claimed planning to do so again.
NCR issues guidelines for credit providers on debt counselling process and deductions
The changes, which include stricter compliance rules and clearer protocols for stopping debit orders, are designed to streamline the process and protect consumers.
Common pitfalls in succession planning for small FSPs
The assumption that heirs will smoothly take over a small FSP is often unrealistic. KI requirements, leadership gaps, and legal delays can threaten business continuity.
Budget 2025: can debt stability lay the foundation for growth?
With South Africa’s debt-to-GDP ratio at 75.1%, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana faces a tough balancing act – can his Budget Speech reassure investors and spark economic growth?
