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IOL News
01-08-2025
- Business
- IOL News
After two years of pressure, South Africa awaits FATF's verdict on greylist status
South Africa has completed the final step in its effort to be removed from the FATF greylist Image: File South Africa has completed the final step in its effort to be removed from the FATF greylist, after hosting an international assessment team in Pretoria this week. The FATF Africa Joint Group visited the country earlier this week to check if key reforms to stop money laundering and terrorist financing have been properly put in place. The visit came after the watchdog confirmed earlier this year that South Africa "had substantially completed all 22 action items that were contained in the Action Plan that was adopted when South Africa was greylisted in February 2023". IOL previously reported that the country was placed on the greylist due to its failure to adhere to the FATF's requirements in dealing with anti-money laundering (AML) and combating financing of terrorism (CFT). This visit is the final requirement before the FATF decides at its October plenary whether the country can be removed from the greylist. Since being greylisted in 2023. 'At the conclusion of the meetings, the FATF Africa Joint Group held a meeting with Deputy Minister of Finance, Dr David Masondo and Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Andries Nel," National Treasury said on Thursday. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ "Who both assured the FATF of the South African government's political commitment to continue to sustainably improve the country's Anti-Money Laundering and the Combating of the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) system,' According to the National Treasury, Deputy Ministers Masondo and Nel "thanked the FATF Africa Joint Group for its collegial working relationship with the South African government delegation since the country's greylisting in February 2023". "And further assured the FATF Africa Joint Group that the South African government will continue actively partnering with the FATF Global network in preserving and advancing the integrity of the South African and global financial systems,' the National Treasury said. Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel.
The South African
30-07-2025
- Politics
- The South African
Human Trafficking on the rise, says deputy DOJ minister
On 30 July 2025, the Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Andries Nel, held a conference on human trafficking in Cape Town. The department held the conference to commemorate World Day Against Trafficking in Persons today. 'Trafficking in persons remains a serious human rights violation and a growing concern in South Africa,' said the DOJ. According to the department, South Africa has experienced ongoing cases involving sexual exploitation, forced labour and other forms of abuse. The human trafficking syndicates often target vulnerable groups such as women and children. This year's conference has been themed 'Human Trafficking is Organised Crime – End the Exploitation'. The DOJ met with stakeholders and anti-trafficking organisations. Together, they discussed solutions to combat the crime that is increasing in statistics. The DOJ said a possible solution for tackling human trafficking is to strengthen resources at airports and harbours. As a result, the department has launched Local Task Team Offices. They believe the offices will assist with intercepting the syndicates and providing support to the victims. 'This initiative, in partnership with the Western Cape Provincial Task Team, is aimed at enhancing coordination and oversight among all relevant stakeholders,' said DOJ. In March this year, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation rescued 23 South Africans from Myanmar. According to DIRCO, the SA citizens formed part of 7000 individuals from various countries, that had been lured to the Kingdom of Thailand after coming across an employment agency on social media. 'These adverts promised the victims good salaries, free accommodation, comprehensive travel expenses and other lucrative benefits,' said DIRCO. However once they got to Thailand, they were transported to Myanmar against their will and none of the jobs they were promised materialised. DIRCO has since urged citizens to be more cautious of who they choose to trust. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
eNCA
29-07-2025
- eNCA
Port of entry task teams launched
JOHANNESBURG - South Africa is already known for a high crime rate and now concern about human trafficking is rising. Wednesday is World Day against Trafficking in Persons. The Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Andries Nel, will host a stakeholder engagement tomorrow at Cape Town International Airport to mark the day.
The South African
04-06-2025
- General
- The South African
Deputy ministers partner up to protect children
On 4 June 2025, The Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Andries Nel will be joining forces with the Deputy Minister of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Mmapaseka Steve Letsike. The two departments are hosting a Community and Youth Engagement event in Mitchells Plain under the theme, 'Protection of Children is in Their Best Interest'. According to both ministries, the event will focus on unpacking the constitutional principle of 'the best interests of the child'. They said the event will also educate and empower parents, children, caregivers as well as the broader community about the rights of children. 'The session aims to strengthen community-based responses to child protection and promote a deeper understanding of the roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders in safeguarding children's well-being', said spokesperson of the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, Kgalalelo Masibi. The disappearance of Joshlin Smith thrust the Western Cape into the spotlight, particularly on matters pertaining to child protection. The unfolding of the case has also sparked debate regarding the overall protection of children by their parents and caregivers. According to Masibi, during the community engagement, both ministries aim to delve deeper into circumstances and examples that contribute to children's rights being violated . 'The programme will include keynote addresses by both Deputy Ministers and the Acting Deputy Judge President, Judge Erasmus', said Masibi. According to Masibi, attendees will benefit from a series of expert-led presentations on key child protection issues such as:• The legal principle of the best interests of the child• Child maintenance and legal safeguards• Cyberbullying and digital safety• Child trafficking• Intermediary services • Protection of LGBTQIA+ children and children affected by gender-based violence
The Herald
29-05-2025
- Business
- The Herald
Former police lieutenant colonel in court for fraud and money laundering
Andries Nel, a former police offer, appeared in the Upington magistrate's court on Wednesday to face multiple counts of fraud, money laundering and contravention of the Public Finance Management Act. At the time of the alleged offences, Nel, 59, who was a l ieutenant colonel , was stationed at the police supply chain management unit. 'Between December 2022 and April 2024, he is accused of orchestrating fraudulent transactions totalling R1.245m,' National Prosecuting Authority spokesperson Mojalefa Senokoatsane said. The charges include submitting fictitious claims under the SAPS detainee feeding programme, filing false claims for tyres and fuel purchases for police vehicles and duplicating subsistence and travel allowance claims. 'The alleged fraudulent payments were made directly into Nel's personal bank account. He faces 97 counts of fraud and 97 counts of money laundering for allegedly disguising the origin of the stolen funds.' The case was postponed until Thursday for a bail application. TimesLIVE
