Double Trouble
A reader recently sent me an e-mail that read: What distinguishes a good Scotch from an ordinary dram? One double makes you think you’re single. This quite accurately sums up what happened on […]
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.
A reader recently sent me an e-mail that read: What distinguishes a good Scotch from an ordinary dram? One double makes you think you’re single. This quite accurately sums up what happened on […]
Last week, we commented on the fact that there are only 2 492 sole proprietors in the industry, based on the latest FSB statistics. One reader, speaking from personal experience, wrote as follows: […]
There is a huge house in our street. The extended family is run by a grumpy old woman with a pack of irritable dogs allowed to run without leads. Her car isn’t taxed […]
I am quite proud to share with you a report received from CENCE, our Social Investment initiative. The name CENCE is the acronym for “Consumer Education through National Collaborative Enablement”. Cence, in partnership […]
This article received quite a bit of attention from the market. We respond to two of the questions received from from readers. I just recently received the Moonstone Monitor for today and have […]
In FSB Newsletter 12, the regulator expresses concern that the duty of a compliance officer to report real, or suspected irregularities, does not always receive the attention it should. Section 17(1)(c) of the […]
I experienced a rare “I told you so” moment when I read yesterday that coach Meyer agreed with my views on patience – both from the players and supporters. But too much of […]
The original article published by RiskSA regarding a misleading advertisement elicited a response from OUTsurance. The original article reported on a finding by the Code of Complaints Committee of SAIA that a particular […]
Due to recent developments in the market, there is a substantial increase in demand for our compliance services. We recently published an article on the qualification criteria for COs, which interested parties can […]
At this time of year, little things can be far more irritating than ten months ago. Do not feel alone. Law of Mechanical Repair – After your hands become coated with grease, your […]
Ombud Complaints Analysed A reader recently pointed out an interesting statistic published in the FAIS Ombud’s annual report. Less than 20% of the complaints received in the last year, concerned investments. He says […]
Inseta has 1 000 vouchers available to those looking for financial support in obtaining a full qualification. This applies equally to those already studying towards a recognised qualification, and those wanting to start […]
European Tour Overview The difference between the All Blacks and the Springboks is exactly the same as that which differentiates their supporters. After a very touching opening to the match (the band stopped […]
An on-line article concerning an advert of a direct insurer which transgressed the Code of Conduct of a professional body, was removed this morning. We also prepared an article on this, but decided […]
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Publication of the FAIS Ombud’s annual report provides a great learning opportunity every year. We believe that learning from someone else’s mistakes is far better than from your own. A subject that made […]
A lady goes to the bar on a cruise ship and orders a Scotch with two drops of water. As the bartender gives her the drink she says ‘I’m on this cruise to […]