The regulatory authority overseeing financial markets in South Africa, responsible for ensuring fair treatment of financial customers and promoting financial stability.
Why Modernizing Collective Investment Schemes Is Critical for Retail Investors
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority has brought Crypto Asset Service Providers under the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act. As of September 2025, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange will allow the listing of exchange-traded products referencing spot cryptocurrencies.
South Africans Now Required to Declare Crypto Assets as SARS Expands Tax Compliance
SARS includes crypto assets in its compliance programs. Over 5.8 million South Africans hold cryptocurrency.
South African Revenue Service mulls adding crypto assets to compliance programmes
SARS includes crypto assets in compliance programs. Taxpayers are urged to disclose cryptocurrency transactions.
Navigating SA’s Financial Regulations: Expert Strategies
Engaging with locally regulated brokers provides protection and accountability for traders. Consulting the FSCA register is important to verify if brokerages are recognized and regulated.
South African regulator investigates 30 crypto entities
The FSCA is investigating cases of individuals or entities offering crypto services without proper authorization. The FSCA has approved a total of 138 CASP licenses.
