Ikhosi yokuqala ye-MBSE’ ye-CPD kwi-siXhosa yenza uqeqesho lokuthotyelwa (compliance training) lufikeleleke ngakumbi ngemathiriyeli eguqulelweyo, izihlokwana (subtitles) , kunye novavanyo.
The authorities say that supervision, prosecutions, and measurable outcomes must continue to avoid re-listing as the next mutual evaluation starts in 2026.
Analysts say sustained capital inflows will depend on continued reform, enforcement, and the wider global backdrop.
MBSE’s first CPD course in isiXhosa makes compliance training more accessible with translated material, subtitles, and assessments.
While submissions of the mandatory Risk and Compliance Return improved over the past year, 30% of institutions targeted by the FIC’s directives had not complied by March 2025
Requests for reports from the FIC rose by 17% in 2024/25, reflecting the FATF’s pressure on South Africa to strengthen its anti-money laundering efforts.
As regulatory enforcement escalates, MBSE’s specialised FICA, POPIA and NCA short courses provide financial professionals with the most practical way to stay compliant, avoid costly penalties, and build lasting client trust.
The Financial Action Task Force’s Plenary in October will decide whether to remove South Africa from the grey list.
The FATF’s mutual evaluation in April 2027 will drill down into how well AML/CFT measures work in practice rather than just ticking technical boxes.
South Africa now awaits an on-site visit by the FATF Africa Joint Group – paving the way for an anticipated exit from the grey list at the October plenary.
What the Authority expects from financial services providers when it conducts Financial Intelligence Centre Act inspections.
Financial institutions that proactively embed governance, technology, and culture to meet evolving regulatory standards will not only avoid penalties but also strengthen credibility, build resilience, and drive long term value.
The Financial Intelligence Centre issues a stern reminder to designated non-financial entities – particularly legal practitioners and estate agents – to file their overdue risk and compliance returns.
South Africa is yet to demonstrate ‘sustained effectiveness’ in investigating and prosecuting serious money laundering and terrorist financing activities
Accountable institutions that did not pay the smaller fine or remediate their non-compliance now face harsher penalties.
National Treasury tells companies and trusts to submit their beneficial ownership information by the end of November.
The Financial Intelligence Centre facilitated the recovery of R98.5m in criminal proceeds and generated 3 924 intelligence reports.
