Profile releases rules for new unit trust awards
The highest Total Expense Ratio for each qualifying retail fund will be used for the performance calculations
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.
Partially occupied offices pose insurance risks for business owners
While several large companies have spearheaded a gradual return-to-work, the hybrid working model has remained sticky for many South Africans.
Dividend windfall for Coronation shareholders
The declaration follows the Constitutional Court’s ruling in the asset manager’s favour in a tax dispute with SARS.
FSCA warns against Blueway Trades’ forex AI robot and social media tactics
One of the entity’s Facebook posts says it can turn R1 700 into R120 000.
Temporary RE exemption for crypto FSPs expires in three months
FAIS Notice 25 of 2023 exempts crypto asset FSPs and KIs from the regulatory examination requirements for 18 months.
The Great Wealth Transfer: financial planning across generations
While most women excel at managing short-term finances, the challenge lies in long-term planning. Breaking through these barriers can unlock the door to wealth creation.
Legal practitioners reminded to comply with the Financial Intelligence Centre Act
The Financial Intelligence Centre sets out legal practitioners’ obligations under the FIC Act.
BHI Trust fallout: beneficiaries reluctant to return millions amid sequestration scrutiny
Investors’ money was allegedly funnelled through offshore trust accounts and ‘cleaned’ via extensive gambling activities by ‘close and related-party enablers’.
FIA Intermediary Experience Awards: familiar faces shine
Long-standing winners such as Western National and Santam retained their titles, while iTOO re-emerged as the Underwriting Manager of the Year.
Grim outlook for Classic’s creditors – shortfall exceeds R70 million
The second creditors’ meeting will be held on 3 September.
Consumers should inform themselves before they transact, says FAIS Ombud
The Office has sorted out the ‘embarrassing’ backlog of cases John Simpson inherited and has set timeframes for resolving complaints.
Positive amendments to VAT regulations relating to electronic services
The amendments will relieve offshore companies from VAT registration when supplying services to domestic vendors, aligning SA with global best practice.
FSCA publishes ‘two pots’ guidance for defined-benefit funds
If a fund cannot follow the standard allocation methods, it must apply for FSCA approval to use an alternative, reasonable method.
Twins born from donor sperm outside marriage not legal dependants
Sperm does not a father make and being a biological parent does not confer absolute rights, according to a ruling by the Pension Funds Adjudicator.
Another organisation says it won’t sign the Presidential Health Compact
The South African Health Professionals Collaboration says the document is biased towards solidifying support for NHI.
Future-proofing advisory practices: key takeaways on succession planning
Ninety One’s Jaco van Tonder outlines four models for structuring a succession plan, each of which has potential advantages and disadvantages.
Celebrating excellence and resilience: FPI awards honour top financial planners
Rudolph Geldenhuys, a senior financial planner at WealthUp, is the Financial Planner of the Year for 2024.
