Compliance - Regulatory / General

The hidden compliance risks behind DOFA, onboarding and supervision

The Date of First Appointment (DOFA) is defined under the FAIS regulatory framework as the first date on which a person is appointed as a representative to render financial services in respect of a particular category of Financial Services Provider (FSP) and subcategory of financial product.

POPIA and Cybersecurity – From Policy to Practice

COFI… compliance today, relicensing tomorrow?

The ongoing evolution of the Conduct of Financial Institutions (COFI) framework remains one of the most significant regulatory developments shaping South Africa’s insurance landscape.

COFI Licensing: What Financial Institutions Need to Know Now

COFI will bring significant changes to the way financial institutions are licensed, moving towards an activity-based framework. Here’s what financial institutions need to know about the proposed changes, what they could mean for existing licences and why understanding your activities now is key to a smoother transition.