Get rich quick schemes turn greedy ‘investors’ into ‘suckers’ every time
September 20, 2015
The Financial Intermediaries Association of Southern Africa (FIA) would like to warn consumers against wasting their money on so-called ‘get rich quick’ schemes. Wealth is generated through hard work and smart investing and there is…
The age of CPD
September 20, 2015
The FSB has indicated that it will be phasing in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) accreditation as a mandatory requirement for all financial planners/advisors and for all compliance officers in the advice industry as well. Godfrey…
Beneficiaries receive R10.3 billion from claims against fully underwritten life policies
September 11, 2015
Beneficiaries of fully underwritten life policies received death benefits of more than R10.3 billion in 2014, after life insurers honoured 98.9% of all claims made last year. Only 1.1% of death benefit claims to a…
Absa Trust recently turned 100 years old
September 10, 2015
A century long experience in providing Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning and administration services. Turning 100 years old is both a time of celebration and reflection. Known as the Northern Trust Company Limited when it…
Astute Announces Changes to Board of Directors
September 10, 2015
The Financial Services Exchange (Pty) Ltd – T/A ASTUTE, this week announced changes to the composition of its board of directors, taking effect immediately. Prem Govender has been re-elected as Chairman of the ASTUTE board…
OESAI 38th Conference - Interviews
September 8, 2015
COVER Magazine interviewed selected delegates at the 38th Organisation of Eastern & Southern Africa Insurers conference held in Mauritius.
IIG Insights Seminar 2015
September 8, 2015
COVER Publications recorded the IIG Insights seminar that took place earlier this year.
FPI terminates 350 CFP membership
September 8, 2015
In line with section 6.6 of the FPI Membership Regulations, FPI has terminated membership of 350 members on 2 September 2015. These individuals have failed to meet FPI recertification requirements within the required timeframe. Recertification…
