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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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Collected on 1 September 2026

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What this means

This is a government policy framework document from the National Treasury proposing a centralised model for managing unclaimed financial assets in South Africa. It outlines the need for a coordinated system involving the Corporation for Public Deposits (CPD) and a public or private administrator to safeguard and trace dormant accounts. The document seeks public input through a consultation process on the proposed model.

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Provide input on the proposed centralisation of unclaimed financial assets

The National Treasury is inviting comments and feedback on the framework for centralising unclaimed financial assets in South Africa. Stakeholders are encouraged to respond to the consultation questions outlined in the document.

Who it is for: financial institutions, pension fund administrators, regulators, consumer representatives, and members of the public
How to act on it: Submit written comments in response to the consultation questions included in the document

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5. QUESTIONS FOR CONSULTATION

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

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