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A FRAMEWORK TO CENTRALISE UNCLAIMED FINANCIAL ASSETS IN SOUTH AFRICA 2026

National TreasuryRef: https://www.treasury.gov.za/comm_media/press/2026/A%20FRAMEWORK%20TO%20CENTRALISE%20UNCLAIMED%20FINANCIAL%20ASSETS%20IN%20SOUTH%20AFRICA%202026.pdf

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Source domain: treasury.gov.za

Collected on 22 August 2026

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What this means

This is a policy discussion paper published by the National Treasury in 2026 proposing a centralised model to manage unclaimed financial assets in South Africa. It suggests that the Corporation for Public Deposits (CPD), in partnership with a public or private administrator, should take custody of dormant bank accounts, unclaimed retirement benefits, and unpaid investment and insurance proceeds, while improving tracing and claims processes. The paper seeks public input through a consultation on its proposals.

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public consultation opportunityOngoing

Participation in consultation on centralisation of unclaimed financial assets

The public and stakeholders can respond to questions posed in the framework document to provide input on the proposed centralisation model for unclaimed financial assets in South Africa.

Who it is for: members of the public, financial institutions, pension fund administrators, consumer representatives, and other interested parties
How to act on it: Submit written responses to the questions for consultation outlined in the document

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5. QUESTIONS FOR CONSULTATION

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Facts

Reference

https://www.treasury.gov.za/comm_media/press/2026/A%20FRAMEWORK%20TO%20CENTRALISE%20UNCLAIMED%20FINANCIAL%20ASSETS%20IN%20SOUTH%20AFRICA%202026.pdf

Amounts

R 80 000 000 000

Key Takeaways

National Treasury
2026
R80 billion
unclaimed financial assets
Corporation for Public Deposits (CPD)
FSCA
IOPS
consultation
centralised model
National Treasury
Corporation for Public Deposits (CPD)
Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA)
International Organisation of Pension Supervisors (IOPS)