"Short, dynamic awareness campaigns, like brief videos or interactive simulations, are effective in helping employees grasp complex security concepts. These programmes should extend beyond the workplace into personal online safety,” says Muhammad…
"Firms must realise that the hiring process is a proxy for how the firm runs. Slow cycles, moving goalposts and long messy interview processes can cost you the person you really wanted. The fix here is simple. Lock in the brief. Share the outcomes,…
"We bring substantial value in terms of global leadership, having made invaluable contributions to the world's financial, investment, healthcare, pensions and insurance landscape. This is a calling not just to execute our job to the highest…
"Cybersecurity is no longer just a back-office concern, it's a boardroom priority. Insider threats are becoming more frequent, more costly, and harder to detect. We must embed resilience into every layer of our systems, from leadership to frontline…
"Thirty years ago, leadership in Financial Services certainly felt exclusive in every sense. Boardrooms were white, male, and often intimidating. The leader's word was final. They led by commanding, not by listening, and there was barely room…
"We are undisputedly the market leader when it comes to independent financial adviser distribution, and through collaboration between businesses we have created new solutions for our clients that are unique in the employee benefits and estate…
"We are helping clients plan with clarity and confidence. By combining our strengths with Assupol's trusted relationships, we are creating a sustainable model for inclusive financial growth," says Bongani Madikiza, CEO of Sanlam Retail Mass.
“From my very first day, I’ve been struck by the energy, passion and excellence that runs through our business. TIH is already delivering double-digit growth in a highly competitive market thanks to a strong foundation built by a visionary leadership…
The Insurance Apprentice 2025 (#TIA2025) has officially launched, kicking off with a glamorous cinematic premiere and its much-anticipated national television debut on SABC 3. This season brings fresh energy, inspiring contestants, and high-stakes…
“Kicking off with "Insuring Against Civil Unrests" on the 23rd of July, the timing couldn’t have been more perfect, especially as we note rising political tensions and strife across a number of African countries like Kenya, the Democratic Republic…
"Some of the key areas of non-compliance that were identified were; Know-Your-Cusomer (KYC) requirements for failure to properly identify and verify customers, Record-Keeping requirements for inadequate record-keeping and suspicious transaction…
“Many companies genuinely want to improve their ESG performance, but lack the systems and frameworks to produce consistent, verifiable data. Without strong internal structures, even the best intentions can result in shallow reporting or misleading…
“South Africa is the most targeted country in Africa when it comes to infostealer and ransomware attacks. Being at the forefront of the continent’s digital transformation and having a relatively strong economy, puts South Africa in the crosshairs…
"This recovery of monies has helped individuals and families regain lost financial stability, reinforcing the institution's role as a guardian of justice in financial services. The NFO has continued to solidify its role as a pillar in the South…
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