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Is this rampant corruption a consequence of our past?

13 July 2012 | The Stage

Over the past couple of days I’ve been flipping through the pages of Terry Crawford-Browne’s book titled Eye on the Diamonds. It is not an easy read, because it draws attention to many uncomfortable truths about the global weapons trade, Western hypocrisy

The relationship between financial planners and asset managers

03 July 2012 | Featured Story

One of the discussions at the 2012 Annual Financial Planners Institute (FPI) Convention centred on the relationship between asset managers, financial planners and their clients. The investment panel discussion between Anne Cabot-Alletzhauser, head of Alex

Financial advice critical to navigate the life premium minefield

02 July 2012 | Straight Talk

There is a wonderful Afrikaans saying that goes: Goedkoop is duur koop! Roughly translated it means that bargain hunters end up paying dearly for their thrift. The saying holds true for many purchasing decisions, including life insurance. Life insurer Bri

If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is...

02 July 2012 | The Stage

Each year thousands of South Africans fall victim to bogus investment schemes. The common thread running through these intensely marketed opportunities is the promise of “fast cash”. It seems Joe Average cannot resist the “get rich quick” tagline. Earlier

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If you had to hazard a guess, when do you reckon the COFI Bill will be signed into law?

Answer

2026, as promised 2027 looks more likely Impossible to say More consultation needed

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