South Africa climbs pension rankings – but remains fragile
South Africa rose one place in a global pension index following the two-pot reforms, but Alexforbes cautions that much more is needed to make the system genuinely ‘sustainable’
South Africa rose one place in a global pension index following the two-pot reforms, but Alexforbes cautions that much more is needed to make the system genuinely ‘sustainable’
Delisting should, over time, ease cross-border deals and lower counterparty risk. Trustees and fund managers must stay alert, strengthen oversight of service providers, and keep a sharp eye on markets.
We’ve said it before, and sadly, we’ll keep saying it: South Africa’s retirement picture is far from reassuring. The numbers may be familiar, but the urgency hasn’t faded — and the need for clear, credible solutions has never been greater.