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.
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FSCA and PA to revamp funeral insurance regulations – call for stakeholder input
Inputs provided during workshops in 2025 will guide the formulation of ‘a pragmatic and balanced approach’ to the regulation and supervision of funeral insurance.
Does ‘sitting on the mattress’ matter? Ombud rules on insurance policy dispute
The NFO decided that failing to follow customary mourning rituals did not prevent the recognition of a customary marriage, awarding the claim based on fairness.
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Life insurers paid almost 96% of death and funeral benefit claims last year – with the total payout worth R39.9 billion.
Capitec to launch life cover product in June
The group’s after-tax profit from its insurance business increased by 12%, with its funeral plans now covering more than 12 million lives.
Policyholder waiting for funeral policy payout after three years
The FAIS Ombud issues a determination after the FSP fails to follow through on its undertaking to settle the claim.
Capitec’s funeral policy arrangement with Sanlam to end next year
Capitec Life will take over the administration of the in-force insurance book.
