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May 9, 2024
Bonitas excels at the Titanium Awards for the third year running
This year’s Titanium Awards marked a special occasion for Bonitas Medical Fund, as the Scheme was honoured with not just one but two distinguished awards. The prestigious event, hosted by the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF), was held at the CTICC in Cape Town on the 6th of May 2024.
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May 9, 2024
Combatting foreign interference
The spectre of foreign interference, ranging from corporate espionage to intellectual property theft, poses significant threats to organisations striving for competitive edge.
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May 9, 2024
Root and TFG win Insurance Implementation Leader award
Insurtech Root platform and its customer TFG (The Foschini Group) last week won the Insurance Implementation Leader category of the Intelligent ICT Awards Africa 2024.
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May 8, 2024
Appointment of SAIA Board Chairperson
SAIA is pleased to announce the election of Mr. Danie Matthee as the Deputy Chairperson of the SAIA Board at its Board meeting of 2 May 2024.
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May 8, 2024
Mother’s Day is for thinking about me (and my money)
Therèse Havenga, of Momentum Investo, reflects on the importance of balancing family responsibilities with financial planning. Recent reports show concerning trends in women's retirement readiness compared to men's.
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May 8, 2024
African equity markets deliver a lost decade
Rory Kutisker-Jacobson, fund manager of the Allan Gray Africa ex-SA Equity Fund, discusses the "eventful and volatile" first quarter of 2024 in African markets, highlighting deteriorating current accounts, fiscal deficits, and a shortage of hard currency that led to market liberalization efforts on many currencies.
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May 8, 2024
Munich Re starts out strong in 2024; Q1 net result increases to €2.1bn
Munich Re has begun the new financial year in excellent shape. Thanks to below-average major-loss expenditure, a high return on investment, and very good operational performance in all business segments, the Q1 net result increased significantly to €2,140m (1,271m).
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May 7, 2024
Middle East conflict and market responses: what does it mean for investors?
Schroders strategic advisor General Sir Nick Carter and various Schroders economic and investment experts share views on the reasons behind the escalating risks as well as the impact for investors.
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May 7, 2024
Cyber concerns top risk for hospitality, leisure and tourism sector in 2024
Cyber incidents have emerged as the top risk faced by the hospitality, leisure, and tourism sector in 2024, according to the Allianz Risk Barometer. The report, based on insights from over 3,000 risk management professionals and business leaders, emphasizes the critical need to address these risks to ensure business continuity and protect against potential disruptions.
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May 7, 2024
Old Eras and New
In this weeks investment note by Old Mutual Wealth Investment Strategist, Izak Odendaal, he Explores the intricate tale of South Africa's modern economy, intertwined with Anglo American's legacy from diamond rushes to global ambitions, and the challenges and opportunities shaping its mining landscape.
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Download the 2023 TechFest eBook

Technology has become indispensable in the digital age. As for the insurance and financial industries, if you had the privilege, or foresight, to attend COVER's TechFest2023, you would have heard from the various presenters how crucial innovation on the back of technology has become for survival and a sustainable competitive strategy.

In this e-book we feature a comprehensive overview of all the presentations and round table discussions. The videos of the sessions, for the full experience, can be viewed on our website.

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