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National Credit RegulatorRef: https://www.ncr.org.za/

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Collected on 28 June 2026

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What this means

The document provides an overview of the functions, responsibilities, and initiatives of the South African National Credit Regulator (NCR). It highlights the NCR's role in consumer education, registration and compliance of credit industry participants, investigations, and enforcement of the National Credit Act (NCA). The document also includes recent news, reports, guidelines, and contact information related to credit regulation in South Africa.

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data publication accessOngoing

Access to Credit Bureau Monitor (CBM)

The National Credit Regulator publishes the Credit Bureau Monitor (CBM), which monitors the performance and compliance of credit bureaus in South Africa.

Who it is for: researchers, financial institutions, policymakers, general public
How to act on it: Download the report from the NCR's publications section on its website

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Credit Bureau Monitor (CBM)

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Access to Consumer Credit Market Report (CCMR)

The National Credit Regulator publishes the Consumer Credit Market Report (CCMR), which provides data and analysis on credit market trends and consumer behaviour across South Africa.

Who it is for: researchers, financial institutions, policymakers, general public
How to act on it: Download the report from the NCR's publications section on its website

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Consumer Credit Market Report (CCMR)

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Registration of debt counsellors

Debt counsellors can apply to be registered with the National Credit Regulator to legally provide debt counselling services in accordance with the National Credit Act.

Who it is for: debt counsellors
How to act on it: Submit application and required documents through the NCR's online portal or physical submission process

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The NCR registers and ensures compliance to the NCA by the following industry participants: credit providers, credit bureaus, debt counsellors, alternative dispute resolution agents and payment distribution agents.

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Registration of payment distribution agents

Payment distribution agents can apply to be registered with the National Credit Regulator to ensure proper handling and distribution of payments made by consumers to credit providers.

Who it is for: payment distribution agents
How to act on it: Submit application and required documents through the NCR's online portal or physical submission process

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The NCR registers and ensures compliance to the NCA by the following industry participants: credit providers, credit bureaus, debt counsellors, alternative dispute resolution agents and payment distribution agents.

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Reporting corruption or misconduct

Members of the public can report suspected corruption or misconduct within the credit industry or by NCR officials through a dedicated channel.

Who it is for: members of the public
How to act on it: Submit a report via the complaints@ncr.org.za email address

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complaints@ncr.org.za

workshop registration opportunityOngoing

Participation in NCR workshops

Individuals and organisations can register to attend workshops hosted by the National Credit Regulator on credit regulation, compliance, and consumer protection.

Who it is for: members of the public, credit industry professionals, educators
How to act on it: Contact workshops@ncr.org.za to register or receive details about upcoming sessions

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workshops@ncr.org.za

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Registration of alternative dispute resolution agents

Alternative dispute resolution agents can apply to be registered with the National Credit Regulator to mediate disputes between consumers and credit providers under the National Credit Act.

Who it is for: alternative dispute resolution agents
How to act on it: Submit application and required documents through the NCR's online portal or physical submission process

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The NCR registers and ensures compliance to the NCA by the following industry participants: credit providers, credit bureaus, debt counsellors, alternative dispute resolution agents and payment distribution agents.

registration opportunityOngoing

Registration of credit providers

Credit providers can apply to be registered with the National Credit Regulator to operate legally under the National Credit Act. This includes submitting required documentation and meeting compliance standards.

Who it is for: credit providers
How to act on it: Submit application and required documents through the NCR's online portal or physical submission process

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The NCR registers and ensures compliance to the NCA by the following industry participants: credit providers, credit bureaus, debt counsellors, alternative dispute resolution agents and payment distribution agents.

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Submission of tenders for NCR procurement

Suppliers and service providers can submit tenders for contracts related to NCR operations, including technology, communication, and administrative services.

Who it is for: suppliers and service providers
How to act on it: Submit tender documents via the NCR's official procurement portal or as specified in tender advertisements
Closes: Closing date not stated in the source

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Current Tenders NCR BBBEE Certificate Tenders advertisements Tenders Archived Tender Standard Bidding Documents 80/20 90/10 General terms amp; Conditions Tender Submissions

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Registration of credit bureaus

Credit bureaus can apply to be registered with the National Credit Regulator to ensure they comply with the requirements of the National Credit Act and maintain fair credit reporting practices.

Who it is for: credit bureaus
How to act on it: Submit application and required documents through the NCR's online portal or physical submission process

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The NCR registers and ensures compliance to the NCA by the following industry participants: credit providers, credit bureaus, debt counsellors, alternative dispute resolution agents and payment distribution agents.

Facts

Reference

https://www.ncr.org.za/

Key Takeaways

NCR established by the National Credit Act (34 of 2005)
NCR's functions include consumer education, research, policy development, registration, investigation, and enforcement
NCR registers credit providers, credit bureaus, debt counsellors, alternative dispute resolution agents, and payment distribution agents
Recent reports include the Consumer Credit Market Report (CCMR) and Credit Bureau Monitor (CBM) for various periods
Contact details include phone numbers 0860 627 627 and 011 554 2700, email contact info@ncr.org.za