FSCA warns against unlicensed financial services providers
The Authority highlights the activities of JLD Investments and Investin Gain Trading.
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Shareholder ties don’t lessen FICA compliance obligations
The Appeal Board dismisses an FSP’s argument that its close ties with its sole shareholder reduced the need for comprehensive due diligence.
Banxso v FSCA over links to deepfake adverts
The Authority challenges Banxso’s claim that it is not connected to Immediate Matrix’s deepfake adverts.
FSCA refutes claim of Banxso licence reinstatement amid ongoing investigation
The liquidation application against Banxso claims that the number of clients deceived by the deepfake adverts is far greater than previously reported.
Is the FSCA preparing for auto-enrolment to expand retirement coverage?
After years of stalled progress, the FSCA’s recent comments suggest National Treasury may renew its push for auto-enrolment.
Temporary RE exemption for crypto FSPs extended
The Authority gives crypto asset service providers a seven-month reprieve.
FSCA and PA to revamp funeral insurance regulations – call for stakeholder input
Inputs provided during workshops in 2025 will guide the formulation of ‘a pragmatic and balanced approach’ to the regulation and supervision of funeral insurance.
How the COFI Bill will affect the retirement industry
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.
Accountable institutions given final deadline for DPI
Following widespread challenges with its e-portal, the FSCA has re-opened submissions for its Directive to Provide Information.
FSCA fines and debars retirement fund administrator’s directors
Fund members lost at least R470m after N-e-FG’s high-risk investments went south in 2021. Now, two of its directors have been fined R30m each.
Online trader fined R1 million and debarred for 12 years
The Authority’s investigation found that most of Lehumo Securities’ client funds were not invested, and returns were paid out from the funds collected.
FSCA investigating Solis Markets following complaints from investors
The Authority also warns about fraudsters impersonating HF Markets, and urges caution when doing business with FXNONSTOP and Tiger Agriculture.
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.
FSCA announces proposed levy increase for 2025/26
The increase is below the 6% CPI-related increase permitted by the Levies Act.
SA racing against February deadline if it wants to exit grey list by mid-2025
National Treasury tells companies and trusts to submit their beneficial ownership information by the end of November.
Former Joburg mayor arrested for alleged funeral insurance scam
Kabelo Gwamanda is accused of conning Soweto residents through his company, Ithemba Lama Afrika, leaving policyholders stranded when the business vanished in 2012.
Fraudsters impersonate FSCA commissioner in latest scam
The FSCA also reiterates its warning against Donafin, which continues to charge fees for unauthorised financial services.
