FICA and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs): What You Need to Know

Register for our FICA webinar on the 14th of May at 10:00 AM to gain insight on how to identify Politically and Prominent Exposed Persons.

 

FICA and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)
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About the webinar:

The Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) requires Accountable Institutions to determine if a client holds a prominent or politically exposed position. Screening for political exposure isn’t just another regulatory checkbox—it’s a critical step in safeguarding your business from potential exposure to financial crime. 

Join us for our free FICA webinar on the 14th of May at 10:00 AM, where our compliance experts will walk you through the crucial steps of identifying different types of PEPs and implementing effective FICA compliance processes.  

We will delve in to why screening for political exposure is required, breaking down who qualifies as a PEP and PIP under the FIC Act. Learn about the distinct categories—DPEPs, FPEPs, and PIPs—and the specific due diligence required, helping you navigate the risks and compliance requirements with ease. By the end of the session, you’ll be equipped to confidently handle screening for political exposure, ensuring your business stays compliant and avoids costly mistakes. 

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A certificate of attendance will be sent to delegates who attend the session for longer than 45 minutes.

If you any questions regarding the webinar, please contact us on kycafrica.communication@ncino.com

Meet Our Expert Speakers

Laché Sias

Financial Crime Compliance Officer | nCino KYC Africa

Laché is part of the Compliance team at nCino KYC with over 4 years of experience in Financial Crime Compliance. She holds a Honours Degree in Political Science and has worked in compliance roles within the financial sector which has given her both experience and knowledge on the Know Your Customer process and Enhanced Due Diligence. Her practical experience includes onboarding intricate and complex entity types, investigation of high risk clients, sanctions and Politically Exposed Persons. Laché has been an integral member of the DocFox in house watchlist team that curated the DPEP database and has an advanced understanding of Schedules 3A and 3C of the act.

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Murray Collier

Business Development Manager | nCino KYC Africa

Murray is an experienced business development manager with a strong Financial Compliance, Regulatory Operations, and Banking Operations background. With 6 years of experience in the banking field, he played an integral part in implementing the FIC Amendment Act at one of the major banks in South Africa. In his current role at nCino KYC, Murray assists Accountable Institutions in identifying the gap between FIC regulations and their existing practices. Through his expertise, he advises how customers can bridge this gap by implementing technology to streamline the process and ensure FICA compliance.

Webinar Recap

Thank you for attending our webinar on FICA and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs). We hope you found it insightful and gained a better understanding of why screening for political exposure is necessary, as well as how to identify both Politically and Prominently Exposed Persons.

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