
Funds on the hook as Adjudicator flags failures in benefit payments
Rulings show weak controls can force retirement funds to repay benefits years later, with interest.

Rulings show weak controls can force retirement funds to repay benefits years later, with interest.

Missed submissions could trigger enforcement as the Regulator scrutinises how firms handle access to information requests.

Sanlam and Momentum outline how they are managing workforce, operations, and risk as the Bonitas transition proceeds despite an unresolved court challenge.

Officials outline key supervisory areas affecting financial institutions, with a focus on governance, AML controls, cyber resilience, and consumer-facing risks.

The CMS frames the judgment as necessary to protect members, emphasising the scheme is compliant, operational and under close oversight.

Comprehensive industry input now will influence what data the FSCA collects and how it prioritises future enforcement and benchmarking.

SCOPA’s inquiry uncovers layers of dysfunction – from years-long paid suspensions and costly legal battles to questionable appointments.

South Africa’s relatively high-risk score reflects governance, security, and structural weaknesses, while its moderate resilience suggests the potential to recover – if reforms are pursued.

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.