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"For farmers, the challenge lies in managing threats that extend well beyond the weather. Ageing or constrained…
“Marine insurance should not simply be viewed as another operating cost. It forms part of the infrastructure that enables maritime businesses to protect their assets, manage risks and continue operating with greater confidence," says Tafadza (Tafi) Ziteya, Managing Executive: General Insurance at Hollard…
"For farmers, the challenge lies in managing threats that extend well beyond the weather. Ageing or constrained…
"We’ve seen growing interest in how AI can enhance strategy, transform insurance, and shape the future…
"My Glass has invested heavily in technology to ensure that customers receive the same high-quality experience,…
“Breeders are much more inclined to import thoroughbreds from abroad knowing that they are able to export…
As the needs of customers evolve, our approach evolves along with it. In an increasingly competitive market, we believe that Customer Experience is our differentiator and that putting our customers at the centre of everything we do delivers real results.
Life insurance is a vital financial safety net that ensures your family is protected when you’re no longer…
Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking to sharpen your money management skills,…
"A woman who can earn, own, invest, insure and build has choices - and choices change the trajectory of families and communities. That is why representation at the top matters, but it cannot be the finish line. Our leadership must translate into institutions, markets and systems that work better for…
"Every goal has a number to strive towards. It’s more than a feeling: It can be acted on, measured, planned…
"When I joined the industry, I was often the only woman around the table in business leadership environments.…
"Coface’s global “Power the Core” strategy, places digital technology and data excellence at the heart…
"We offer our people exposure to global expertise, intellectually challenging work, and continuous learning…
"Symetra's strategic relationship with TIAA, a well-regarded company, pairs our combined financial strength and insurance expertise with a strong cultural alignment and collaborative approach," said Margaret Meister, president and chief executive officer of Symetra Financial Corporation.
"By allowing cover and pricing to better align with an individual’s current circumstances and making…
"If you do what is in the best interests of your clients, document everything properly, keep sound records…
"No single organisation can provide every element of an effective healthcare journey. For years, the…
“As South Africans, we are at risk of not being able to maintain our lifestyles when severe illness strikes…
"Our goal was to help South Africans invest with confidence, whatever they were working towards - from buying a first home or funding their children's education to building a comfortable retirement," says Bheki Mkhize, CEO of FNB Wealth and Asset Management.
"Offshore investing is not about abandoning South African investment opportunities or moving all your…
"The question is no longer simply whether investors have enough options. Rather, it is whether advisers…
"Our role has been to support that evolution with capital, strategic input, and governance. Over the…
"One of the most common misconceptions about retirement planning is that accumulating a specific lump…
"The moderate catastrophe losses of the past few years should not obscure what remains a demanding and highly uncertain risk landscape. Natural perils, inflation, cyber risks and geopolitical instabilities are adding to the potential for losses and confronting insurers and reinsurers alike with increasingly…
"Growing uncertainties combined with intensifying competition are causing increasing headwinds for the…
"The value of reinsurance has never been more evident than it is today. A resilient reinsurance sector…
"Our insights show that customers are increasingly seeking a connected travel ecosystem that makes every stage of their journey simpler, more rewarding and more secure. From booking for travel and accessing travel insurance to managing foreign currency and enjoying airport lounge access and making secure…
"When household budgets are under pressure, the immediate instinct is often to look at what can be reduced…
Most South Africans are on track to face a significant income shortfall in retirement, with research…
“This performance underscores Afreximbank’s ability to deliver strong and sustainable performance while continuing to fulfil its development mandate across Africa and the Carribean. Our expanded lending portfolio, robust profitability and strong capital position demonstrate the effectiveness of our strategy…
"Rapid AI adoption alone is not enough. Sustained leadership depends on focused business processes and…
"For many young people, income no longer arrives as one predictable amount on one predictable day. It…
“Our capital allocation balances caution with attractive, risk-adjusted returns for shareholders. These outcomes reflect not only the resilience of our advice-led business model, but also the trust we have built with clients, investors and regulators over many years,” says PSG Financial Services CEO…
"Our new AI Practice Area Committee will look at AI in our traditional practice areas, shape these fields…
“Many young journalists are expected to cover complex financial topics without ever having had structured…
“We are delighted to attract external talent with proven expertise and experience to complement our internal…
“The official launch of the IPEC Regulatory Sandbox reflects the Commission’s commitment to creating…
“South African industry has known for some time that diesel dependency carries risk. What the current fuel price environment has done is make that risk impossible to ignore. The conversation has shifted from ‘should we consider renewables’ to ‘how quickly can we move,” says Nigel Sun, Head of Sungrow…
"By tackling non-revenue water, we are addressing both a critical environmental challenge and an economic…
"In pursuing our growth agenda for the East Africa region and the African continent, we are focused on…
"Risk is not a threat to be managed. It is actually a massive opportunity to seize, but you have to seize it responsibly," said Werksmans Attorneys director and head of regulatory practice and service line leader for data privacy and cyber, Ahmore Burger-Smidt, adding that legal and compliance professionals…
"Its main purpose is to protect policyholders who may only learn at the claims stage that some funeral…
"The COFI Bill introduces enhanced governance standards for retirement fund boards. Trustees and other…
"How can strong governance coexist with poor adequacy? Governance protects the system, but it doesn’t guarantee the outcome. A fund can be impeccably run, fully compliant, and competitively priced, and still pay out benefits that fall far short of what members need," says Shameer Chothia, Principal Consultant,…
"With retirement savings under increasing pressure, people need to think about how they will earn an…
"A survey by Momentum Corporate on the two-pot system and who is making the most withdrawals shows that…
"Businesses typically monitor performance through error rates, complaint volumes, and other aggregate measures. The challenge is that these can mask issues at the margins. A process that works effectively for most customers may still create poor outcomes for a smaller group," says Prof Yudhvir Seetharam,…
"The bigger, more important issue is whether the organisation fully understands the impact of AI on the…
"Several South African fintech and digital distribution businesses have entered the insurance space via…
"In gas markets, Iran is a significant producer, but it is not major exporter of gas. Unlike the oil market, there is little or no spare capacity in global gas markets right now. The big players in the region are Qatar and the UAE whose combined exports comprise around 20% of global liquified natural…
"In gas markets, Iran is a significant producer, but it is not major exporter of gas. Unlike the oil…
"The escalation of the Middle East conflict, now involving fighting against Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon,…
"The escalation of the Middle East conflict, now involving fighting against Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon,…
"Interest rate risk and high breakeven levels combined with concerns that crop and livestock prices could…
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