Solar panel surge holds opportunities and risks for insurers
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Dis-Chem agrees to buy 50% stake in insurer OneSpark
The acquisition is in line with the group’s strategy to develop a portfolio of health-centric financial services products.
Weather-related catastrophes ‘signal a looming crisis’ for insurance market
Price increases will be necessary to fund the level of coverage policyholders have previously enjoyed, says Old Mutual Insure.
Rising fire risks prompt urgent focus on insurance in the agri sector
A dispute over a R14 million claim underscores the importance of clear communication and thorough risk assessment in fire insurance agreements.
Budget 2024: Advice is critical to helping consumers navigate financial pressures
Financial advisers can guide their clients on how to manage the knock-on effect of rising costs without compromising their long-term financial wellness.
High Court rejects insurer’s ‘narrow interpretation’ of construction guarantee
If Hollard’s ‘contradictory’ interpretation were correct, it could never be held liable to make payment, says judge.
SA insurers losing most renewable energy project premiums to offshore firms
Lenders require that at least of 85% of the insurance programme is placed with A-rated insurance markets, says brokerage.
Critical infrastructure blackouts are SA corporates’ biggest worry
Cyber incidents are the top global business risk by a clear margin, but they rank second in South Africa, according to the latest Allianz Risk Barometer.
Financial planner convicted on 30 counts of insurance fraud
Shaun Dorning redirected payments totalling R4.2 million from a client while working as an independent contractor.
Three cases focusing on the insured’s reporting obligations following a vehicle theft
In two cases, the Ombudsman for Short-term Insurance found the insurer should not have rejected the claims.
What SA’s prolonged hard insurance market means for insurers, brokers, and clients
Advisers can offer clients invaluable insights and the tools they need to thrive, even in times of turbulence.
Insurance for individuals and SMMEs among the priorities for financial inclusion
The barriers to uptake include affordability, inappropriate distribution models, and lack of product knowledge, Treasury says.
Why insurance matters as South Africans flock to shops and online deals
The excitement of scoring great Black Friday deals is accompanied by a crucial reminder: the importance of insurance to safeguard purchases from unforeseen mishaps.
Where does commission end and chargeable advice begin?
Billy Seyffert, the chief operating officer of Moonstone Compliance, will share his insights on remuneration models in the insurance industry at the upcoming FPI convention.
It’s all systems go for Sanlam and Allianz’s pan-African joint venture
The merger of their African operations will create an insurance giant with a combined group equity value of about R35bn.
Will insurtech disruptors topple insurance giants?
Old Mutual Insure’s chief commercial officer weighs in on the trends set to define the short-term industry over the next decade.
Embracing AI in insurance: the path to innovation and survival
Stephen van Niekerk, executive head of Momentum Myriad, shares lessons learned following the launch of a “first-in-industry innovation” life insurance product and how artificial intelligence (AI) will fuel the insurance industry.
