Finance · South Africa
Johannesburg and Pretoria Masters’ Offices Lack Permanent Leaders
Moneyweb · 2026/02/08
Summary
The Masters’ offices in Johannesburg and Pretoria are still being run by acting heads because permanent appointments have not yet been made. These offices are important as they oversee the administration of estates, wills, and trusts in South Africa. Without permanent leaders, there could be delays in estate processing, affecting families waiting for settlements or businesses dealing with trusts. The delay in appointing permanent heads continues even after the previous office holders’ terms expired. While acting officials are doing their best to manage, the uncertainty could slow down important decisions and processing times. This situation highlights challenges in managing public offices and could impact individuals relying on timely estate administration services.
OnABudget takeaway: Consumers and small business owners should be aware of possible delays when dealing with estates and trusts in Johannesburg and Pretoria, so plan accordingly. Investors involved in trusts might need to expect slower processing times until permanent appointments are made.