Accountable Institutions: The 2026 Annual AML/CFT Online Seminar

In a rapidly evolving regulatory environment, AML/CFT compliance is not a technical exercise — it is a core professional responsibility for every accountant, auditor, and finance professional. As accountable institutions under the FIC Act, accounting professionals must not only understand the law but also apply it diligently in protecting South Africa’s financial system from abuse.

With South Africa’s formal exit from the FATF’s grey list in 2025, the spotlight on our profession has actually intensified. The real work begins now: strengthening controls, closing loopholes, and demonstrating that our systems can effectively detect, prevent, and report illicit financial activity. This makes ongoing AML/CFT development a mandatory — and essential — commitment for all practitioners.

Our 2026 AML/CFT Online Seminar brings together several expert speakers to unpack the latest legislative developments, enforcement trends, risk indicators, sector-specific vulnerabilities, and practical compliance expectations for accountable institutions. The programme is designed to help professionals understand what has changed, why it matters, and how to embed stronger AML/CFT practices into everyday workflows.

This seminar aims to equip attendees with:

• Clear insight into current AML/CFT obligations under the FIC Act.
• Practical guidance for strengthening internal controls, monitoring, and reporting.
• An understanding of South Africa’s post-grey-list priorities and their impact on the profession.
• Real-world examples and case-based discussions to support risk-based thinking.

Join us for this essential annual update to ensure that you remain compliant, informed, and ready to play your part in upholding the integrity of South Africa’s financial system.

In completing this learning engagement, you will have developed the following professional competencies indicated in the green section below: