Fennec Group

Fennec Group Our products cross specialisation areas such as Fintech, Regtech and Proptech and are generally offered on a Saas basis.

Fennec is a Johannesburg based software product house that specialises in creating bespoke software solutions for the intermediary market in South Africa and beyond. Fennec was established in 2015 after a successful management buy-out from Naspers subsidiary Korbitec, which allowed it to expand its product offering and eventually establish itself as the leading deposit management Fintech in Africa

. In 2020 Fennec introduced a hugely success​ful complimentary and comprehensive cloud based estate management solution to the South African market. With its eyes firmly set on international expansion Fennec is poised to become a leading international player in the areas it operates within.

01/09/2026

Drafting a Liquidation and Distribution Account requires an understanding of both the relevant principles and how to apply them in practice.

Join Fennec Academy’s Practical L&D Drafting Course for a practical session covering:

• How to draft each section of the L&D Account
• How to calculate Estate Duty
• The wording of divestment notes
• How to handle ICOP estates
• And much more

The course is designed to help you approach L&D drafting with greater ease and confidence.

Date: 4 September 2026
Time: 09:00–14:00
Cost: R2,299.99 per participant, VAT excl.
Course Coordinator: Clignette Hansen

Clignette holds an LLB and an LLM in Private Law and was admitted as an attorney of the High Court of South Africa in 2018. With experience in deceased estate and Trust administration, she is passionate about making complex fiduciary concepts easier to understand and apply.

Ready to strengthen your L&D drafting skills?

Email [email protected] to reserve your place.

Lorain Venter plays an important role in translating client requirements into clear, prioritised and achievable developm...
25/08/2026

Lorain Venter plays an important role in translating client requirements into clear, prioritised and achievable development work.

Working closely with developers, she helps define implementation specifications, clarify functionality and ensure that developments and fixes align with client needs. When an error or user complaint arises, Lorain investigates the symptoms, tests possible causes and identifies the root of the problem before specifying a practical solution.

What drew her to Estate Administration is the complexity of deceased estates and the important role a properly drafted will plays in supporting a smoother administration process. She believes one of the biggest misconceptions is that administering an estate is quick and easy.

Dedication, responsibility and perseverance guide Lorain in her work. She particularly enjoys the freedom to approach development creatively while working within legal parameters and client requirements.

If she could choose a superhero’s abilities, she would select Marvel’s Spiral, because a few extra arms would certainly help when everything happens at once!

We're proud to have Lorain as part of the Fennec team.

Discover how Fennec combines fiduciary expertise and technology: https://www.fennecgroup.co.za/
📧 [email protected]
📞 +27 21 140 8532

18/08/2026

Trusts are widely used for estate planning, asset protection and succession planning, but understanding how they work begins with the basics.

Fennec Academy’s upcoming Trusts Mini Academy will unpack the fundamental principles of Trust structures, including:
• How a Trust is defined
• The different types of Trusts
• The different purposes of a Trust
• Key compliance requirements
• The role of the Trust Property Control Act

Whether you are new to the fiduciary environment or would like to refresh your foundational knowledge, this session will provide a helpful overview of Trusts within the South African context.

The session will be coordinated by Tarina Jardim FPSA®, a proud member of FISA and a seasoned Trust Specialist with over seven years of experience. Tarina guides Trustees on compliance requirements relating to Trust structures in South Africa and is passionate about educating and engaging with others in the industry.

Date: 28 August 2026
Cost: R599.99 excl. VAT
Time: 09:00 - 10:00

Strengthen your understanding of Trusts. To register, email [email protected]

11/08/2026

What is a spouse, and how does the answer affect Deceased Estate Administration?

Join Lauren King for the Fennec Academy’s upcoming Deceased Estates Mini Academy, where she will explore how a spouse is defined under different marital regimes and how each classification can influence inheritance and the administration of an estate.

The session will cover:
• Civil marriages
• Civil unions
• Customary marriages
• Foreign marriages
• Religious marriages

Lauren King, BA (Law), LLB, is an admitted attorney with practical experience in estate administration and estate planning. Through her role at Fennec Group, she supports fiduciary professionals and provides practical guidance on estate administration processes and the application of the Fennec system.

Date: 21 August 2026
Cost: R499.99 excl. VAT
Time: 09:00 - 11:00

To register, email [email protected]

Consistency matters in Trust administration.Last month, we explored how structured digital processes can help fiduciary ...
04/08/2026

Consistency matters in Trust administration.

Last month, we explored how structured digital processes can help fiduciary professionals move away from disconnected spreadsheets, emails and manual reminders.

The next step is creating consistency across every Trust under administration.

A structured digital environment can help ensure that each Trust follows the same governance framework, with important activities, decisions and supporting documentation recorded in a clear and auditable way.

This can assist fiduciary professionals with:
• Tracking compliance requirements and deadlines
• Managing Trustee meetings and resolutions
• Maintaining complete records of Trust activities
• Improving visibility across Trust portfolios
• Reducing the risk of critical steps being overlooked

Technology does not replace fiduciary expertise. It supports professionals by providing the structure needed to manage increasing workloads and regulatory expectations more efficiently.

By combining professional judgement with structured digital processes, Trust administration can become more consistent, transparent and accountable.

Trust administration made easy: https://www.fennecgroup.co.za/products/fennecflow-trusts
📧 [email protected]
📞 +27 21 140 8532

Our team plays an important role in helping firms find practical solutions for Estate Administration, Trust Administrati...
28/07/2026

Our team plays an important role in helping firms find practical solutions for Estate Administration, Trust Administration and Estate Planning.

This month, we are celebrating Sonja, whose role focuses on engaging with firms across these specialised sectors and helping them better understand how Fennec Group can support their administrative processes.

Sonja’s work includes reaching out to firms, understanding their needs and arranging online demonstrations with the relevant people in the firm.

One of the things Sonja values most about Fennec is the support of the team around her. As she explains, working in a specialist environment often requires technical insight, and at Fennec, she is able to call on the knowledge and experience of her colleagues to assist when needed.

For Sonja, the heart of the work is simple: “Estate and Trust Administration made simple.”

Thank you, Sonja, for the role you play in helping firms discover practical solutions for Estate and Trust Administration.

Contact us for expert advice: https://www.fennecgroup.co.za/contact
📧 [email protected]
📞 +27 21 140 8532

21/07/2026

Are you a Trustee, or do your Trustees require a better understanding of their Fiduciary responsibilities?

Join us for our upcoming Fennec Academy Trustee Training session, where we will discuss the duties, obligations and compliance requirements associated with Trusts in South Africa.

Date: 24 July 2026
Time: 09:00 – 10:00
Cost: R999,99 per participant, VAT excl.

In this Trustee Training session, we will cover:
- The definition of a Trust
- The different types of Trusts
- The purpose of Trusts
- Fiduciary duties of Trustees
- Compliance requirements of Trusts, including tax reporting and governance requirements
- Practical considerations to be taken as a Trustee

This course is designed to provide Trustees with a better understanding of their Fiduciary duties and the compliance requirements associated with Trusts in the South African context.

Co-ordinator: Tarina Jardim
Tarina is a proud member of FISA and a seasoned Trust Specialist with over 7 years of experience.

Reserve your spot now. Email [email protected] to book.

14/07/2026

Trust administration requires structure, accuracy and reliable recordkeeping.

FennecFlow Trusts has been designed to support the administration of Intervivos and Testamentary Trusts through a secure, cloud-based system that helps simplify everyday Trust administration processes.

From document generation and Trust resolutions to system reminders, workflow tracking, Beneficial Ownership reporting and cloud-based document storage, FennecFlow Trusts provides practical tools to support firms with their Trust administration requirements.

Key features include:
- Auto-document generation
- Custom document creation
- Generation of Trust resolutions
- System diaries and reminders
- Task assignment and activity tracking
- Cloud-based document storage
- Beneficial Ownership report generation
- Management reporting and audit trails
- User roles and access
- Milestone and client reports

With an easy-to-use system, training and assistance, and cost-effective pricing options, FennecFlow Trusts helps make Trust administration more efficient, structured and manageable.

Trust administration made easy: https://www.fennecgroup.co.za/products/fennecflow-trusts
📧 [email protected]
📞 +27 21 140 8532

07/07/2026

Join us for our upcoming Fennec Academy Mini-Academy session, where we will be discussing Trust Service Providers in South Africa.

Date: 10 July 2026
Time: 09:00 – 10:00
Cost: R599,99 per participant, VAT excl.

In this session, we will cover:
- The objective and purpose of the Financial Intelligence Centre
- Who qualifies as a Trust Service Provider
- Obligations for Trust Service Providers
- Obligations for Trustees
- Practical considerations in the South African context
…and much more.

This course is designed to provide a clearer understanding of Trust Service Providers and the related obligations within the South African Trust and compliance environment.

Co-ordinator: Tarina Jardim
Tarina is a proud member of FISA and a seasoned Trust Specialist with over 7 years of experience.

Reserve your spot now. Email [email protected] to book.

This month, we're celebrating Elizabeth, who heads up sales in the Western Cape and KZN regions for Fennec.While her rol...
30/06/2026

This month, we're celebrating Elizabeth, who heads up sales in the Western Cape and KZN regions for Fennec.

While her role includes sales, it is also strongly focused on building relationships and helping clients feel heard, supported and understood. Estate Administration and Trust work can feel overwhelming, which is why Elizabeth values a people-first approach in every client interaction.

What drew her to the Estate and Trust Administration space is the combination of people and complexity. The work sits at the intersection of law, finance, relationships and legacy, with no two situations being exactly the same.

For Elizabeth, fairness and integrity are guiding values. She believes in treating clients and colleagues with care, respect and consistency, especially in moments where people may be navigating sensitive or stressful situations.

One of the things she enjoys most about working at Fennec is the people and the culture. She values being part of a team where different strengths, ideas and experiences come together through collaboration, support and shared learning.

And if her job had a tagline?
Modern solutions, personal approach.

Contact us for expert advice: https://www.fennecgroup.co.za/contact
📧 [email protected]
📞 +27 21 140 8532

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Woodlands Office Park
Sandton
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Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
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Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
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