The debarments follow an investigation into improper payment arrangements, unlawful revenue-sharing, and procurement practices at Regiments.
Instead of treating a year-end bonus as disposable income, incorporate it into your financial planning by focusing on debt repayment, savings, or long-term investments such as further education.
SASRIA says the proclamation issued by President Ramaphosa follows its request for assistance from the Special Investigating Unit.
The firm of attorneys said its non-compliance was not intentional and was the result of a lack of awareness.
MPs are also told that the fiscus cannot afford a permanent and expanded Social Relief of Distress grant without tax increases.
Half of corporate taxpayers in PwC’s latest survey express dissatisfaction with SARS’s service improvements. Only 3% report a positive shift, while audit delays and penalty disputes remain a major pain point.
The Tribunal’s decision underscores that financial advisers’ duties are limited to the specific terms of their engagement.
There is a legal grey area over the calculation of pension interest in divorce settlements and whether funds may now be permitted to make deductions for future maintenance orders.
Insurance advertising often addresses personal experiences of loss and hardship, so they are likely to trigger strong emotional responses, the Board says.
The Tax Ombud’s 2023/24 report highlights delays in SARS meeting resolution deadlines, an increase in complaints, and a concerning rise in eFiling profile hijacking.
After years of stalled progress, the FSCA’s recent comments suggest National Treasury may renew its push for auto-enrolment.
The Authority gives crypto asset service providers a seven-month reprieve.
Inputs provided during workshops in 2025 will guide the formulation of ‘a pragmatic and balanced approach’ to the regulation and supervision of funeral insurance.
The ‘imminent’ COFI Bill will introduce the licensing of retirement funds (including public sector funds), stricter board member standards, and enhanced oversight of contributing employers.
The Ombud failed to investigate key facts around the broker’s alleged negligence in communicating an essential policy requirement.
The industry lost at least R175.9 million last year but prevented losses of R1.5 billion through enhanced detection efforts, says ASISA.
A proposed amendment to the Consumer Protection Act aims to establish an opt-out registry, allowing consumers to block unsolicited marketing messages.
Following widespread challenges with its e-portal, the FSCA has re-opened submissions for its Directive to Provide Information.
