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Information Regulator orders Gauteng Health to disclose audit ...

11 Jun 2026 Financial Services Intelligence Watch

The Information Regulator has issued a significant enforcement notice against the Gauteng Department of Health, ordering it to disclose records linked to internal audit reports and procurement transactions following a prolonged PAIA dispute brought by investigative journalist Jeffrey Wicks. The ...

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Key FICA Amendment Act provisions to take effect ...

10 Jun 2026 Financial Services Intelligence Watch

The Presidency has proclaimed 1 July 2026 as the commencement date for sections 30, 54, 55 and 70 of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA). The proclamation, issued in terms of section 82 of FICA, brings into operation several provisions ...

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UK FCA seeks industry input on responsible AI ...

10 Jun 2026 Financial Services Intelligence Watch

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting innovation in artificial intelligence while ensuring that firms deploy AI responsibly, fairly and with appropriate governance. Rather than introducing AI-specific regulation, the FCA intends to rely on existing ...

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Van Wyk v Sanlam Umbrella Provident Fund & ...

10 Jun 2026 Financial Services Intelligence Watch

The following matter was handed down by the Financial Services tribunal on 9 June 2026: ·Parties: Van Wyk v Sanlam Umbrella Provident Fund & PFA ·Case number: PFA15/2026 Key words Reconsideration of PFA determination – Retirement benefit paid 20 days ...

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UK FCA seeks industry input on responsible AI adoption

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting innovation in artificial intelligence while ensuring that firms deploy AI responsibly, fairly and with appropriate governance. Rather than introducing AI-specific regulation, the FCA intends to rely on existing regulatory frameworks, including conduct, governance and consumer protection requirements ...

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Working Smart

By Lee Rossini

Strategic planning is the process of defining a business’s long-term direction, setting priorities, allocating resources, and establishing a roadmap to achieve business objectives. It helps businesses move beyond day-to-day operations to focus on sustainable growth, competitive positioning, and future opportunities. While strategic planning is essential for businesses of all sizes, smaller businesses face unique challenges that can make the process difficult and, in some cases, neglected altogether.

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