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23 April 2026 Financial Services Intelligence Watch
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Prudential Authority pushes for greater transparency in insurance sector – Draft Prudential Standard and accompanying Guidance Notice

The Prudential Authority has released a draft Prudential Standard and accompanying Guidance Notice on public disclosures for insurers, marking another step toward strengthening transparency and market discipline in South Africa’s insurance sector. Issued for informal consultation under s 101 of the Financial Sector Regulation Act, the proposed framework gives effect ...

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Exchange Control Circular

The South African Reserve Bank has relaxed exchange control requirements relating to inward foreign loans by removing the previous interest rate thresholds, allowing Authorised Dealers to approve such loans provided the interest rates are market-related in the country of denomination or normal for the relevant trade. All other approval criteria ...

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Working Smart

By Lee Rossini

Business continuity planning (BCP) is a structured approach that ensures a financial advice business can continue operating during and after unexpected disruptions. These disruptions might include natural disasters, cyberattacks, power outages, regulatory shocks, or even the sudden loss of key personnel. In a profession built on trust, timely communication and regulatory compliance, having a robust continuity plan is not optional; it is essential for protecting clients, safeguarding data and preserving the firm’s reputation.

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Subscribers are reminded that they can complete monthly CPD quizzes and claim CPD hours before the 31 May deadline. View the CPD FAQs for more on accessing the CPD quizzes.

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