Access Bank and Sava aim to transform small-business banking in SA
Sava, a fintech startup backed by Access Bank South Africa, has received regulatory approval to launch a digital banking platform tailored to SMEs.
Appeals Board ruling puts Centriq–Dis-Chem partnership on the line
In Circular 48, the CMS signals tougher enforcement against exempted insurers, warning that non-compliant branding and failure to notify regulators will attract decisive action.
Telegram groups impersonating Truffle and Vista Wealth
Impersonators are using the names of authorised financial firms, Truffle Asset Management and Vista Wealth Management, to defraud people.
Ithala hits back: sharp criticism of Reserve Bank’s liquidation move
Ithala accuses the appointed repayment administrator of overstepping his authority, while the Prudential Authority moves to liquidate the entity.
ConCourt divided over employers’ right to dismiss post-retirement employees
Can an employer rely on section 187(2)(b) of the Labour Relations Act when dismissing an employee who has worked beyond the normal or agreed retirement age?
Be aware of the difficulties when dealing with tax debt in business rescue
Can a creditor lose their right to enforce post-commencement debt? A High Court case sheds light on the fine print of business rescue rules and SARS’s role in enforcing tax obligations.
MBSE Virtual Open Days off to a strong start
Join MBSE’s Virtual Open Days to learn about industry-relevant qualifications, gain insights from expert co-ordinators, and discover career opportunities in financial planning, insurance, wealth management, and compliance.
Major banks to explain lending practices to parliamentary committees
MPs also want to meet with the FSCA to discuss banking-relating issues, including credit policies, fees, and client confidentiality.
How Ithala’s banking ambitions crumbled: the rise and fall of a rural icon
The Prudential Authority’s push for Ithala’s provisional liquidation has brought the bank’s journey to an abrupt halt, leaving 257 000 depositors in limbo.
Financial sector shines with Top Employer recognition for 2025
The financial sector stands out with leading companies like RMB, Sanlam, Momentum, and Santam earning Top Employer status for 2025.
Turn ‘Januworry’ into financial stability: expert advice for 2025
Bertie Nel, Momentum’s head of Financial Planning and Advice, shares why the start of a new year is the perfect time for financial advisers to guide clients toward smarter decisions.
Scammers target Banxso investors with fake fund recovery schemes
Scammers are preying on Banxso investors, promising to recover lost funds for a fee, the FSCA warns.
Motsoaledi to disclose plans for private healthcare reform
The Department of Health labels a report of a compromise on NHI as ‘ridiculous and unfounded’.
Explore your path to financial services success at MBSE’s Virtual Open Days
Join MBSE’s Virtual Open Days to learn about industry-relevant qualifications, gain insights from expert co-ordinators, and discover career opportunities in financial planning, insurance, wealth management, and compliance.
Deadline looms for input on FSCA’s financial education charter
The finalised Financial Education Commitment Charter is set to have a significant on impact the industry, requiring institutions to invest in targeted education programmes.
Hollard secures R2.7m payment despite community unrest defence
The insurer successfully upheld the enforceability of a guarantee after a civil engineering company failed to complete a project because of community disruptions.
AMETFs: the new ‘powerhouse’ for diversified portfolios and tax-free savings
Financial advisers can diversify model portfolios with AMETFs, combining actively managed funds, equities, and passive products, while potentially qualifying for tax-free savings accounts without performance fees.
Bidvest Bank acquisition: outcome of Moody’s rating review looms large
Access Bank has confirmed plans to merge Bidvest Bank with its South African operations, Access Bank South Africa.
