
Ithala warns court ruling could shut bank before liquidation appeal
The repayment administrator and the Prudential Authority appealed a High Court ruling that allowed Ithala to continue operating while liquidation proceedings are pending.

The repayment administrator and the Prudential Authority appealed a High Court ruling that allowed Ithala to continue operating while liquidation proceedings are pending.

After months in limbo, Ithala resumes limited operations – but its revival faces steep legal and regulatory challenges as the battle over its liquidation and banking status intensifies.

With regulatory approval secured, Old Mutual Bank is set to debut later this year, offering a digital-first banking experience tailored for South Africa’s mass market.

Ithala accuses the appointed repayment administrator of overstepping his authority, while the Prudential Authority moves to liquidate the entity.