Concern over decline in matric candidates writing STEM gateway subjects
This has negative implications for the country’s economic growth and the learners’ career prospects in a rapidly changing work environment.
Experts warn reversing VAT increase may be impractical
Once implemented on 1 May, undoing the VAT hike could prove nearly impossible. Even if Parliament later votes against the Rates and Monetary Amounts Bill, the logistics of refunding the collected VAT present formidable challenges.
FSCA warns of deepfake fraud featuring Patrice Motsepe
AI-generated media make it seem as if one of South Africa’s richest people is endorsing an ‘investment’.
How to navigate anxiety in the approaching US tariffs tug of war
Donald Trump’s tariff threats shook global markets in 2018 and 2019, leaving investors grappling with volatility and uncertainty. Here are the lessons for investors as an unpredictable economic climate looms.
Godongwana defends the banks’ right to close accounts
Financial institutions will participate in evaluating improvements to Conduct Standard 3 of 2020, aligning these efforts with the COFI Bill.
Retirement fund trustees face personal liability for cybersecurity non-compliance
With the Joint Standard on Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience set to take effect in June, trustees could be held personally liable for losses due to data breaches.
AI in legal research under scrutiny after fake case citations
The Legal Practice Council has been asked to investigate a law firm’s reliance on potentially fabricated case law references, possibly generated by artificial intelligence.
Rising risks and rewards: the shift to asset-intensive reinsurance in the insurance sector
As insurers increasingly turn to alternative assets and cross-border reinsurance, industry experts highlight the growing complexities and risks.
2024’s lessons for business resilience: 5 strategies for thriving amid uncertainty
Businesses faced a whirlwind year of challenges and opportunities in 2024. Business Partners has five critical strategies owner-managers can adopt to build resilient, future-proof businesses in this unpredictable environment.
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.
South Africa’s global minimum tax: a game-changer for corporate taxation
The Global Minimum Tax Act aims to level the playing field for multinationals while potentially adding R8 billion to South Africa’s tax base by 2027.
Top achievers share insights on excelling in short-term insurance qualification
Top achievers in the Higher Certificate in Short-Term Insurance (HCSTI) qualification exams, credit the qualification with deepening their industry knowledge and advancing their careers.
Social media scam peddles fake RE5 exam certificates at a discount
Fraudulent RE5 exam certificates were recently advertised on Facebook, sparking a public warning from the FSCA about regulatory exam fraud.
Compensation Fund vs Netcare: High Court judgment exposes deep fault lines
The battle over the alleged dysfunctionality of the Compensation Fund’s CompEasy system raises urgent questions about policy, functionality, and fairness.
Court orders scorned lover and his wife to pay R3.5m for revenge porn
A recent court ruling on a revenge porn case highlights the complex intersection of cybercrime, defamation, and privacy laws.
School costs soar: smart tips for stretching your budget this year
With education costs climbing faster than inflation, parents can ease the financial burden of back-to-school season by planning ahead, saving smartly, and prioritising essential expenses.
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.
How the dispute between the RAF and Discovery unfolded
Discovery Health’s quest for reimbursement from the RAF for medical expenses incurred by road accident victims has faced multiple legal hurdles, with new RAF directives complicating the situation.
