Adjudicator aligns with High Court’s ruling on the in duplum rule
The OPFA confirms that penalty interest on late employer contributions may not exceed the original capital owing – in line with the Full Bench’s judgment in March.
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Fund loses bid to remove limit on interest on arrear contributions
The Full Bench affirms that interest under the Pension Funds Act is capped by the common law in duplum rule.
FSCA moves to simplify RA and preservation fund transfers
In response to industry calls, the Authority has drafted an exemption from the section 14(1) process for retail retirement funds.
Legally wed, financially left out: wife denied pension benefit
The FST has upheld a ruling that a legal spouse must still prove financial dependence or be nominated to receive a share of a deceased member’s pension benefit.
FSCA confirms first-day calculation for late-payment interest
The revised interpretation, which reverses the Authority’s earlier guidance, aligns with the Office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator’s view.
Updated regulatory framework aims for ‘fair customer outcomes’ in pension administration
The Conduct Standard outlines a series of updated requirements for benefit administrators, including governance enhancements, risk management protocols, and processes for ensuring fair outcomes for fund members and beneficiaries.
Tribunal ruling draws clear line on Adjudicator’s jurisdiction over unapproved disability claims
The ruling underscores that disputes over unapproved disability claims underwritten by insurers through employer-held policies must be addressed with employers and insurers.
Arrears in local government sector reach alarming levels
58% of South Africa’s municipalities – 149 out of 257 – are behind on their retirement fund contributions, highlighting a growing issue in local government finances.
Unpaid contributions: FSCA prepares to hold non-compliant employers accountable
With over R5.2 billion in unpaid retirement fund contributions and municipalities among the worst offenders, the FSCA is poised to gain expanded powers under the COFI Bill.
Lukhaimane urges caution as litigation over beneficiary tracing continues
The SA Retirement Annuity Fund is looking to the Supreme Court of Appeal to overturn a High Court decision in favour of the Pension Funds Adjudicator.
PFA report – Funds do not act in keeping with the spirit of the TCF
The Pension Fund Adjudicator published her annual report last week. Besides the statistics, indicators and conclusions about challenges faced, the report shares a few case studies as an illustration of these challenges. One […]
PFA report – Funds do not act in keeping with the spirit of the TCF
The Pension Fund Adjudicator published her annual report last week. Besides the statistics, indicators and conclusions about challenges faced, the report shares a few case studies as an illustration of these challenges. One […]
PFA Annual report – Substantial increase in pension fund complaints
“The Office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator (OPFA) has contributed immensely in the country’s priorities of social protection by ensuring consumers of pension fund products and services are empowered and that there are […]
PFA Annual report – Substantial increase in pension fund complaints
“The Office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator (OPFA) has contributed immensely in the country’s priorities of social protection by ensuring consumers of pension fund products and services are empowered and that there are […]
Non-payment of pension contributions – PFA’s ruling challenged
Section 13A of the Pension Funds Act (PFA) requires that employers pay contributions for a particular month within seven days after month-end. It also stipulates that they provide member schedules in respect of […]
Non-payment of pension contributions – PFA’s ruling challenged
Section 13A of the Pension Funds Act (PFA) requires that employers pay contributions for a particular month within seven days after month-end. It also stipulates that they provide member schedules in respect of […]
Tribunal decisions – Detailed information critical for proper outcome
Since April 2018, the FSR Act includes the Pension Funds Adjudicator (PFA) as a “decision-maker” and is therefore in a position to entertain appeals against determinations handed down by the PFA. In one […]
