When money matters: understanding the link between financial stress and mental health
Financial stress frequently appears in the workplace as anxiety, which can develop into depression, increased absenteeism, and substance abuse.
DBE to publish matric results amid R5 million fine for privacy breach
The Department of Basic Education is at risk of a R5 million fine for violating privacy laws, with ongoing debates over student consent and personal information protection.
Closing the gaps in cancer care: academic advocates for patient-centred solutions
Associate Professor Tasleem Ras’s analysis of a patient’s case highlights critical pitfalls in cancer care.
Entity falsely claims to be associated with MiWay Insurance
FSCA warns about Miway Express Credit Solutions, as well as entities and individuals who are impersonating legitimate FSPs.
PSG delivers 28% earnings surge despite tough market conditions
The group reported a 15.9% increase in assets under management to R435bn.
Why lower CPI won’t mean lower healthcare costs for South Africans
Medical inflation outpaces CPI because of unique pressures such as the rising costs of technology, chronic diseases, and private healthcare pricing.
R3m fine and 10-year debarment for VBS-linked adviser
The former owner of Gundo Wealth Solutions has been fined R3 million and debarred for a decade for brokering investments into VBS Mutual Bank.
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.
FSCA’s first enforcement action for unauthorised trading signals
The Authority has made good on its undertaking to act against unlicensed trading signal providers, imposing a R1m fine and a 10-year debarment.
The rise of ‘non-attack’ data claims in a changing cyber landscape
The Allianz Commercial Cyber Security Resilience report shows that the costs associated with certain data privacy breach claims can match or surpass those of ransomware incidents.
Banxso: FSCA suspends licence and FIC freezes bank accounts
The Authority says its investigation raises concerns about aggressive sales tactics, unrealistic returns, and significant losses by clients.
Former TETA CEO sentenced to 7 years for role in Fidentia scandal
Court finds that Pieter Bothma accepted bribes to facilitate unauthorised investments, laundering millions for Fidentia’s directors.
CMS aims to release long-awaited report into racial profiling by year-end
Launched in 2019, the inquiry sought to investigate allegations of racial profiling by medical schemes. As 2024 draws to a close, the CMS is still battling objections and technical reviews to finalise the report.
Medical scheme contribution hikes for 2025: what’s driving the surge?
Contribution increases in 2025 are exceeding CPI, with some medical schemes aiming to rebuild reserves and ensure long-term sustainability.
Cautious investors pivot to domestic assets as rand strengthens post-election
The stronger rand has shifted the focus back to domestic equities and property. Managers leaning into local value and shedding expensive offshore assets are reaping the rewards of this pivot.
New OHS guide: essential resource for employers and workers
A newly published guide by the Department of Employment and Labour provides vital information on occupational health and safety.
ConCourt clarifies when medical schemes can cancel membership for non-disclosure
Medical schemes cannot cancel membership based solely on the non-disclosure of a diagnostic procedure that does not lead to the diagnosis of a serious medical condition.
Alarm bells ring as Sanlam reports high withdrawal claims among vulnerable members
In September, Sanlam received more than 83 000 withdrawal claims, with most coming from members aged 35 to 44, many of whom had a replacement ratio below 50%.
