FIC’s 2023/24 annual report: the battle against financial crime
The Financial Intelligence Centre facilitated the recovery of R98.5m in criminal proceeds and generated 3 924 intelligence reports.
Discovery to appeal ‘far-reaching’ judgment in favour of RAF
The High Court says Discovery Health misconstrued the scope of the judgment that set aside the RAF’s first directive on the payment of medical scheme members’ claims.
The China bazooka stimulus: risk assets melt up?
Interest rate cuts, infrastructure bonds, and a revitalised stock market – China’s new stimulus package is poised to impact global investment strategies.
Old Mutual fined almost R16 million for FICA violations
The Prudential Authority discovered the non-compliance during a routine inspection conducted four years ago.
Accountancy body’s chief executive dismissed after forensic investigation
SAIPA’s board has terminated CEO Shahied Daniels after findings of serious misconduct, including unauthorised international dealings and financial irregularities.
FSCA to implement fee increase in October
The FSCA will increase the fees it charges for various supervisory activities by 6% from tomorrow, 1 October.
First Steinhoff conviction: insider trader avoids jail but must testify against accomplices
Dr Gerhard Burger, who travelled with Steinhoff directors to oversee their health, pleaded guilty to three counts of insider trading.
Personal loan surge: originations up 16.7% as lenders balance risk and demand
With credit card originations growing by 9.3% and Gen Z leading the charge, 38% of new credit cards were issued to first-time cardholders – the highest proportion since early 2020.
Court freezes R1.5m linked to alleged pyramid scheme targeting vulnerable consumers
Promising groceries in exchange for a once-off payment, WAPH is under fire for violating the Consumer Protection Act with deceptive promises and recruitment incentives.
Unpacking pink tax: a hidden burden on women’s finances
Sanlam’s Pink Tax survey found that 24% of women reported that pink tax affects their choices in selecting financial products, services, and providers.
Investigation into ‘fruitless and wasteful expenditure’ continues as RAF bleeds another R1.6 billion
The investigation into the Road Accident Fund has uncovered a significant rise in default judgments, accumulating to R4.7 billion from 2018 through the second quarter of 2023.
Power surge: South Africans face potential 36% electricity bill hike
Eskom’s MYPD 6 revenue application indicates that the projected 36.15% price increase for FY2026 results from 10 new Negotiated Pricing Agreements, past regulatory decisions, rising coal-based energy costs, increased operating expenses, and an impending carbon tax.
Customer sentiment towards insurers improves despite claims frustrations
King Price came out top in DataEQ’s latest Insurance Sentiment Index, which analyses what consumers are saying about their insurers.
Municipal officials face prison for contempt in pension fund case
Retirees, should be especially vigilant against three common scams: phishing and its more targeted version, spearfishing; deepfakes; and the Grandparent scam, which uses voice cloning.
Two-pot retirement system: a new playground for cybercriminals as FraudGPT fuels the threat
: Retirees, should be especially vigilant against three common scams: phishing and its more targeted version, spearfishing; deepfakes; and the Grandparent scam, which uses voice cloning.
Cohabiting couples: why living together won’t protect your inheritance rights
Common law marriage doesn’t exist in South Africa, leaving cohabiting couples vulnerable in estate and tax matters. A cohabitation or universal partnership agreement can offer crucial financial protection.
Advisers should not underestimate the implications of the two-pot system for financial planning
Financial advisers should understand the broader implications on tax planning, retirement savings, and investment strategies to guide their clients effectively.
SARB’s first rate cut in four years sparks debate on interest rate trajectory
How low will the repo rate drop, and how fast? Economists share their insights.
