FSCA fines asset manager R16m for FICA non-compliance
The reasons for the sanction are virtually identical to those that saw the Authority fine an FSP earlier in February.
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Webinars on how to investigate misconduct and address poor performance
FIC to host another free webinar on how to complete risk and compliance returns
The relevant accountable institutions must submit the RCRs to avoid additional scrutiny or administrative sanctions.
FIC webinars on reporting unusual and suspicious transactions
There is a webinar for legal practitioners, trust and company service providers, estate agents, and high-value goods dealers.
Financial Intelligence Centre must hand over reports on EOH, KPMG, Steinhoff, and Tongaat Hulett
The Equality Court makes an order in an application brought by six natural and juristic persons whose bank accounts were closed by Absa and FNB.
FIC urges delinquent estate agents, lawyers to comply to help SA exit the grey list
Non-submission of the RCR required by Directive 6 will prevent the Financial Intelligence Centre from demonstrating compliance with the FATF’s action plan.
Directory of the FIC’s compliance communications issued in 2023
The directory contains a brief description of each document, a link to the document and, where available, links to other communication related to it.
FIC extends deadlines to comment on two draft guidance communications
These are the PCCs relating to beneficial ownership and the targeted financial sanctions obligations.
Draft guidance on how accountable institutions must comply with their financial sanctions obligations
The FIC’s Public Compliance Communication addresses the updated approach to TFS as set out in the amended legislation.
Comply with Directive 7 by Friday or face the consequences, says FIC
The Financial Intelligence Centre says many accountable institutions have ignored its instructions to submit a risk and compliance return.
FIC issues draft risk assessments for company service providers and dealers in precious metals and stones
The risk assessment reports are intended to help accountable institutions understand their money laundering and terrorism financing risks.
FIC publishes final Guidance Note on international funds transfer reporting
The same transaction may give rise to the submission of multiple reports to the Financial Intelligence Centre.
FIC publishes draft guidance on how accountable institutions can identify beneficial ownership
The draft public compliance communication provides guidance on how to establish the beneficial owners of legal persons, trusts, partnerships, and non-governmental organisations.
