
FSCA imposes R4.1m penalty and 25-year debarment on Du Plessis
The case began with a public warning in 2024 over alleged unrealistic returns and claims that Du Plessis had misrepresented his links to Sanlam Private Wealth.

The case began with a public warning in 2024 over alleged unrealistic returns and claims that Du Plessis had misrepresented his links to Sanlam Private Wealth.

Investigations across four provinces reveal recurring irregularities, with recovery and prosecution still lagging far behind the findings.

IRBA imposes a lifetime ban, maximum fines and full cost recovery after finding the VBS audit was riddled with missed red flags and undisclosed conflicts.

The FSCA’s success in collecting penalties remains uneven because of several structural and legal challenges.

Meanwhile, MPs have questioned the SARB’s push to liquidate Ithala, arguing it conflicts with Parliament’s resolution to support the bank’s growth.