Tribunal sets aside debarment involving dispute over replacement policies
The representative’s conduct of completing contracts as new instead of replacements was not motivated by dishonesty, the FST says.
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.
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NCA Credit providers’ FICA obligations
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Looking back at this year’s FPI Professional’s Convention
Enhance your HR skills by attending our insightful webinars in November
Webinars on how to investigate misconduct and address poor performance
Strong life insurance sales drive Sanlam’s 14% interim profit growth
Sanlam gained market share in individual underwritten life insurance, supported by strong single-premium growth and stable persistency in the affluent segment.
Kaizer Moyane set to lead ASISA as new CEO
Kaizer Moyane’s expertise in advancing strategic transformation aligns perfectly with ASISA’s focus, the association’s board says.
How climate change is shaping non-life insurance: risks and opportunities
Insurers need to employ advanced data analytics and AI to better price and manage these risks, as well as adjust premiums and make selective coverage decisions.
Massive interest in two-pot withdrawals puts administrators to the test
As the two-pot system rolls out, fund administrators are receiving a wave of withdrawal claims, highlighting the financial squeeze many are feeling.
What medium and large administrators are charging for savings ‘pot’ withdrawals
Administrators may be in for a ‘windfall’ of R500 million to R1 billion a year in future tax years, says Keystone Actuarial Solutions.
Watch: MBSE launches RE training for FAIS representatives
This video explains the essential features of Moonstone Business School of Excellence’s new comprehensive RE 5 training.
Watch: FPI Financial Planner of the Year on key issues shaping the financial landscape
In this video interview, Rudolph Geldenhuys, the FPI Financial Planner of the Year, shares how financial planning goes beyond technical expertise.
Cosatu wants urgent discussions with Treasury over changes to two-pot system
One of its four proposals is to allow members to transfer up to a third of their vested savings to their savings component.
Ruling clarifies separate agreement fees under the National Credit Act
Fees in separate agreements between a service provider and consumers are not automatically illegal, provided they are kept separate from the fees regulated under the credit provider’s agreement.
Health Minister refuses to say how NHI will be funded
Motsoaledi insists that equalising healthcare shouldn’t be held back by funding concerns, and he challenges the assumptions behind the cost estimates.
Sanlam’s R2.4bn investment signals deeper ties with African Rainbow Capital
Following its recent R6.5bn acquisition of Assupol, Sanlam wants to expand its footprint in the financial services industry with a 25% stake in ARC FSH.
Estate provisionally sequestrated 13 years after pyramid scheme exposed
The High Court places the estate of Adelaide Musa Duma under provisional sequestration for her role in TVI, once SA’s biggest pyramid scheme.
‘Severe consequences’ for employees involved in hacking taxpayer profiles
The Tax Ombud is investigating SARS for potential service failures in addressing eFiling hijacking, with a review under way to uncover systemic issues.
FSCA registers 88% of retirement fund rule amendments
With 748 applications approved and only 98 pending, the Authority says it’s on track to finalise all outstanding matters by the end of the week.
Moonstone Business School of Excellence launches training for FAIS representatives
MBSE’s RE 5 training is a comprehensive course designed to enhance your understanding of key regulatory frameworks and real-world applications.
Experts warn of financial literacy crisis, call for co-ordinated action
At the FSCA Financial Education Summit, industry leaders outlined the shortcomings of current financial education efforts and the need for a strategic overhaul.
