The Financial Sector Conduct Authority has introduced a new regulatory framework governing how foreign collective investment schemes (CIS) may be marketed to South African investors, replacing the long-standing regime under Board Notice 257 of 2013.
The new framework, effective from 30 March 2026, represents more than a routine update. It ...
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The Financial Services Tribunal has released its hearing schedule for the period April to June 2026, outlining a range of matters set down across the financial services sector.
The hearings, which deal with various regulatory and financial disputes, will generally be open to the public unless otherwise directed. Proceedings may ...
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ITWeb reports that the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) has significantly increased its focus on online trading and investment platforms, with more than 10 active investigations currently underway following a rise in consumer complaints.
Speaking at the FSCA Conference 2026, enforcement head Phumeza Mabuza highlighted the scale of investor losses ...
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By Lee Rossini
One of the trends facing the financial services industry is an underappreciated challenge: a shrinking and aging adviser workforce. This is not a temporary disruption but a structural issue that is reshaping how businesses operate, serve clients, and plan for the future. Talent shortages are becoming more acute precisely when demand for financial guidance is rising, driven by longer life expectancies, more complex investment environments, and increased individual responsibility for retirement planning.
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