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Santam to acquire stake in MultiChoice’s insurance business
Santam will pay Sanlam Life R925 million to buy 60% of the A1 ordinary shares in NMS Insurance Services.
Repeat offender hit with R1m fine and 15-year debarment
Mareo Nel resumed unauthorised forex trading despite signing an enforceable undertaking in 2021.
FSCA flags unauthorised investment schemes and funeral policies
An entity must be authorised by the FSCA and the Prudential Authority to issue insurance policies in South Africa.
FSCA slaps R2.2 million in fines on FSPs for FICA violations
The FSCA highlights the role of RMCPs in safeguarding financial institutions and the financial system after compliance breaches by two FSPs.
Sanlam partners with Ninety One in R400 billion asset deal
Ninety One will acquire Sanlam Investment Management and oversee investment management for Sanlam Investments UK.
Old Mutual reports double-digit growth in gross flows
The group’s latest trading update discloses a 19% surge in gross flows and a rebound in net client cash flows.
Sanlam sees strong growth across all business lines
The group’s new business volumes in life insurance grew by 12%, while net operational earnings rose by 17%.
Agreement can’t override an FSP’s duty to initiate debarment proceedings
The High Court rules on a former employee’s contention that the FSP’s notice of intention to debar was a breach of their settlement agreement.
CPA amendments: will financial services face stricter direct marketing rules?
Experts weigh in the impact on financial services of a proposed opt-out registry to protect consumers from unwanted marketing.
Clientèle aims to expand mass market reach with another acquisition
Following its recent purchase of 1Life, Clientèle has signed an agreement to buy micro-insurer Emerald Life.
Uncloaking the mysteries of financial sector penalties
The huge penalties imposed by the FSCA and the Prudential Authority raise questions about the clarity and consistency of the factors influencing these fines.
Future-proofing financial advice: key strategies for a changing landscape
Alexforbes’s Gielie de Swardt shares insights on optimising client engagement, leveraging partnerships, and adapting to tech advancements.
Unlock your future: affordable pathways to qualifications in wealth management and short-term insurance
Aspiring financial professionals can pursue their qualifications at Moonstone Business School of Excellence through various bursary and funding options.
Consumer settlements rise as FAIS Ombud sharpens complaint handling
More than R39m awarded to consumers as complaints settled in their favour increased from 29% to 35% in 2023/24.
Under-reported crypto income may lead to tax assessments on past profits
With SARS tightening crypto enforcement, taxpayers should review their past filings, ensure accurate reporting of crypto profits, and consider the Voluntary Disclosure Programme to avoid severe penalties and interest.
MBSE’s first cohort of students praise detailed RE 5 training
MBSE’s RE training equips students with the knowledge and skills they need to approach the RE 5 exam confidently.
