"Between 2015 and 2024, medical aid membership in the 25–34 cohort declined by 18%. This is not demographic drift. It is the erosion of the system's funding base. Medical schemes are not under pressure simply because costs are rising," says…
"The combination of current economic hardship and traditional gender norms creates a crisis in men's mental health. As a result, many men internalise their struggles, carrying both financial and emotional burdens in isolation instead of accessing…
“It is the honour of my career to be entrusted with leading Netcare. Our sector is being reshaped by policy reform, by the expectations of the people we serve and by the extraordinary possibilities that digital and data-driven care now open…
“We are essentially ending the era of the insurance ceiling for HIV-positive members. By modernising our approach, we are recognising that an individual’s ability to protect their family’s future should be defined by their current wellness and…
“Fedhealth is at a pivotal point in its journey, with a well-defined strategy and strong foundations already in place. What excites me is the opportunity to be part of a scheme that is Built Different – one that’s focused on delivering real…
“What mattered most was a deep belief in what we stood for. We genuinely felt consumer behaviour was shifting away from commodity buying and towards individual, tailored solutions,” says BrightRock co-founder and Executive Director for Distribution…
"SanlamConnect plays an important role in helping intermediaries serve clients in an increasingly connected financial-services environment. Our focus remains on building a stronger, more integrated ecosystem that makes it easier for advisers…
"For many South African families, the loss of a breadwinner is not just a tragedy, it is a financial breaking point. The research shows that most South Africans insure only 20–50% of their future income, yet the ability to earn is our greatest…
"The ASISA long-term insurance statistics released on the 31st of March show that members managed 46.2 million risk and savings policies on behalf of policyholders at the end of December 2025. The number of in-force policies increased by 4%…
"One of the most common misconceptions in the healthcare environment is that "100% of scheme rate" means full cover. In practice, medical schemes reimburse according to their own tariff structures, while specialists in disciplines such as oncology,…
“While many funeral policies include a repatriation benefit, policyholders are not always clear what it covers: whether there is a distance limit, whether it applies to deaths that go through forensics, whether it extends to international transport,…
"Recent findings from the Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (ASISA) highlight the urgency: the life insurance protection gap has reached R50,4 trillion, with 85% of working South Africans having no critical illness cover whatsoever.…
"At Sanlam, we aim to maintain and strengthen our position as a digitally enabled insurance market leader in Africa, and in fast-growing markets in Asia. With Theo's appointment, we are ensuring that artificial intelligence is developed responsibly…
“For 20 years, our mission has been simple, to change lives. From pioneering direct life insurance in South Africa to expanding access to financial education through Truth About Money, our focus has always been on helping South Africans protect…
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