FIC report on how to identify and avoid holiday scams
The report highlights patterns, red flags, and practical steps to avoid holiday rental and travel scams.
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.
Videos
Watch: MBSE launches RE training for FAIS representatives
Watch: FPI Financial Planner of the Year on key issues shaping the financial landscape
Animated video explains the two-pot retirement system
NCA Credit providers’ FICA obligations
NCR Desktop Audits
Is South Africa on track to getting off the grey list?
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
Rising medical inflation: how employers are adapting to soaring healthcare costs
Aon’s 2025 Global Medical Trend Rates Report points to a concerning widening gap between medical inflation and general inflation.
Vaping epidemic among teens fuels debate on Tobacco Control Bill and insurance impact
A UCT-led study finds that nearly one-third of Grade 12 learners regularly engage in vaping.
Judge rebukes bank for ‘high-handed’ approach to credit agreement reinstatement
Credit providers must quantify their reasonable enforcement costs promptly to allow for an agreement to be reinstated.
Santam to acquire stake in MultiChoice’s insurance business
Santam will pay Sanlam Life R925 million to buy 60% of the A1 ordinary shares in NMS Insurance Services.
NCC warns shoppers of fraudulent suppliers this festive season
From 1 December, the NCC’s contact centre hotline will be zero-rated for three months to help consumers report fake or expired foodstuffs.
Enforcement is the Achilles’ heel in contribution compliance, says Adjudicator
The FSCA, National Treasury, and the Pension Funds Adjudicator tell MPs what they are doing to address the non-payment of retirement fund contributions. Regulatory interventions other than COFI may be in the offing.
R300m a year: the price tag of administering the two-pot system
The FSCA is evaluating whether administration fees are reasonable. If it believes they are not, it will explore whether it is necessary to cap or regulate fees.
Repeat offender hit with R1m fine and 15-year debarment
Mareo Nel resumed unauthorised forex trading despite signing an enforceable undertaking in 2021.
DBE pushes ahead with matric results publication amid privacy debate
Despite an enforcement notice from the Information Regulator, the Department of Basic Education says it will publish the 2024 matric results in newspapers.
Choosing the best life cover for your clients: key questions to ask
Choosing the best life insurance for your clients is about more than comparing prices. It’s about ensuring the cover meets their unique risks and needs, from income protection to cancer care, says Bidvest Life’s Mark Neil.
Video Interview: Should the two-pot system result in new investment strategies?
Old Mutual’s Andrew Davison highlights why the two-pot system could lead to better retirement outcomes – and what trustees and advisers need to consider to make it happen.
State takes action against ex-SAA audit chair for irregular tender
Yakhe Kwinana has appeared in court charged with fraud for failing to disclose conflicts of interest in an SAA auditing tender.
FSCA flags unauthorised investment schemes and funeral policies
An entity must be authorised by the FSCA and the Prudential Authority to issue insurance policies in South Africa.
Proposals for stricter guidelines for foreign collective investment schemes
The updated guidelines focus on investor protection, derivatives usage, and strict reporting measures.
Trump’s economics: consumer confidence is the golden thread
During his first term, Donald Trump’s policies spurred a confidence-fuelled boom in US markets. With proposals for deeper tax cuts and renewed trade barriers, he’s aiming for a repeat performance.
Arrears in local government sector reach alarming levels
58% of South Africa’s municipalities – 149 out of 257 – are behind on their retirement fund contributions, highlighting a growing issue in local government finances.
