Beyond the narratives: Investing through uncertainty
Periods of heightened uncertainty often feel exceptional while we are living through them. But history suggests that markets have consistently rewarded investors who can look beyond prevailing narratives, remain disciplined through volatility and focus on long-term fundamentals. Thandi Skade summarises key investment insights recently presented by portfolio manager Varshan Maharaj at our May 2026 events, “The Times with Allan Gray”.
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Two laws, one obligation: Safeguarding retirement fund contributions
Paying over retirement fund contributions is a core obligation for any employer who offers a retirement fund arrangement. Recent regulatory changes mean that...
Non‑financial actions that materially improve retirement outcomes
Employee benefits consultants play a critical role in shaping outcomes for retirement fund members. Siyasanga Mlozana explores how they influence contributio...
Taxation of retirement lump sums and living annuity income for non-residents
Investors who emigrate are often surprised by the complexity involved in accessing their existing retirement investments after they have ceased to be South...
Global talent, local rules: Foreign national members and South African retirement funds
Employing foreign nationals is a common and legally recognised practice in South Africa. Nevertheless, recurring questions arise about retirement fund...
The cost of chasing perfection when investing – with Dr Thomas Curran
What if perfectionism is costing us more than we realise? Not just in career progression, mental health and life, but in investment decision-making too. In t...
Legal and regulatory update: Regulatory changes and cases impacting retirement funds
In the below legal and regulatory update, Jaya Leibowitz summarises some changes for members, employers and administrators to be aware of, as well as some...
The role of group risk in employee benefits
Drawing from a panel discussion at our annual Through the noise retirement benefits conference in September, Ielyaas Gamiet, manager in the Group Savings and...