This month’s update highlights developments from both the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) and the Information Regulator (IR). From the FSCA’s alignment with the forthcoming COFI Bill to rising attention on AI adoption and investment scams, and from telemarketing under POPIA to ongoing enforcement cases, these developments reinforce the importance of staying informed, maintaining strong…
Origin Gap Cover series provides six gap cover options for all age groups, with age-based pricing that makes quality coverage more accessible to younger South Africans. Ambledown Financial Services has launched the Origin Gap Cover series, offering six gap cover plans with age-based pricing starting at R130 per month for individuals aged 18-27 years. With…
Introduction October 2025 has been a notable month for South Africa’s financial services sector, with several developments shaping the regulatory and corporate landscape. The country’s long-awaited removal from the FATF grey list and the introduction of the King V governance framework reflect a concerted effort toward stronger regulatory compliance, transparent governance, and sustainable business practices.…
While the National Health Insurance (NHI) promises universal coverage, the reality is that South Africans could face years of uncertainty, legal battles and implementation delays that leave critical gaps in healthcare protection. This is according to Tiago de Carvalho, CEO of Ambledown Financial Services, who says: “South Africans face an increasingly complex and costly medical…
Maximising Your Medical Cover: Tips for Protecting Your Health and Your Wallet Making sure your family has the best possible medical cover is a top priority but achieving that goal can be challenging. “Medical plans are complex, and there are many products, including gap cover to ensure high costs don’t derail your finances,” says…
Times are challenging, and with medical costs on the rise, it’s not surprising that gap cover is becoming an even more important part of the mix. One of the significant long-term consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic is that consumers have become very aware of the importance of having adequate medical coverage in place. Given…