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banking regulations

Editor's Note: Cabinet must reform the COFI Bill to protect the right to bank

The COFI Bill presents a crucial opportunity to safeguard against arbitrary bank account closures in South Africa, but without necessary reforms, economic stability and fairness are at stake.

Business Report Economy
Philippa Larkin|Published

Ithala CEO explains ongoing operations amidst court cases

Ithala SOC Limited’s CEO Dr Thulani Vilakazi, addresses the bank’s ongoing operations and client engagement following a recent court ruling.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Court ruling revives Ithala Bank operations, bringing relief to employees and clients

This ruling comes as Ithala, which has more than 200000 active clients, appeals an ongoing liquidation application brought by the PA, which led to the freezing of all bank accounts, earlier this year.

Daily News
LUNGANI ZUNGU|Published

Resistance against impunity movement condemns SA banks for discriminatory practices that harm black businesses

RAIM's strong condemnation of South African banks reveals a troubling trend of account closures targeting Black individuals and businesses.

The Star News
IOL Reporter|Published

Resistance Against Impunity Movement condemns South African banks for discriminatory practices that harm Black businesses

RAIM's strong condemnation of South African banks reveals a troubling trend of account closures targeting Black individuals and businesses.

Business Economy
IOL Reporter|Published

The impact of the US shift on reputational risk in South Africa's banking system

Could the US's new approach to reputational risk in banking lead to a fairer system in South Africa? Explore how these changes might reshape the landscape for banks and clients alike

Sunday Independent Analysis
Sizwe Dlamini|Published