Tag: Financial Intelligence Centre

The hidden cost of de-risking in banking

Banks and financial institutions are increasingly facing scrutiny for blanket de-risking — a practice designed to mitigate exposure to financial crime but which often...

Can South Africa close its property money laundering gaps?

Luxury property across Africa has long been a magnet for illicit financial activity. From offshore residences used for tax evasion to the seizure of...

Key compliance changes in South Africa’s AML/CTF Amendment Bill for 2025

In December 2024, the South African Treasury published the draft AML and CTF Amendment Bill, which is now open for public comment.

How Directive 8 is reshaping employee screening in South African finance

In the ever-evolving landscape of financial crime, robust regulatory frameworks are indispensable.

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