Risk Management

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February 20, 2025
LexisNexis Risk Solutions Completes IDVerse Acquisition
Acquisition expands LexisNexis Risk Solutions’ capabilities in risk and fraud solutions and enhances digital identity onboarding and identity verification through AI-powered technology
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December 13, 2024
Essential Security and Safety Checks for a Hassle-free Holiday Season
Ann Cloete from Aon South Africa, an insurance brokerage and risk advisor, shares top holiday security tips to keep your season both merry and safe.
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December 5, 2024
Allianz Commercial South Africa Enhances Industry Ties
Allianz Commercial proudly sponsored the IIWC and IIKZN Gala Dinners in November 2024, fostering relationships and industry growth. With themes celebrating global journeys and Arabian Nights, these prestigious events united hundreds of insurance professionals across Cape Town and Durban.
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November 27, 2024
Staying vigilant amid year-end fatigue and festive season distractions
Year-end fatigue and festive distractions heighten businesses' vulnerability to Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams. By fostering cybersecurity awareness, enforcing verification protocols, implementing robust email security, and securing insurance like Allianz’s Commercial Crime Policy, companies can safeguard against this growing threat.
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Financial Planning

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February 20, 2025
Running your business on a budget?
Rene Botha, Regional Investment Manager at Business Partners Limited, urges business owners to pay close attention to their budgets and keep cost management as a top priority. While balancing cost-cutting measures with maintaining quality can be difficult for local entrepreneurs, she believes it's achievable with the right approach.
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February 13, 2025
Budget predictions 2025: three key focus areas will dominate
The upcoming South African budget speech represents a pivotal moment for the country, offering clarity on the government’s fiscal priorities and implementation strategies.
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February 13, 2025
What Budget 2025 Means for Employers & Retirement Reform
With the 2025 National Budget looming, corporate leaders hoping for greater clarity on the next phase of retirement reform are likely to be disappointed, says Old Mutual Corporate's Michelle Acton, Chief Customer Officer.
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February 13, 2025
2025 National Budget: An Extreme Sport Not for the Faint-hearted
Nazrien Kader, Old Mutual Group Head of Tax, unpacks the complexities of South Africa’s 2025/26 Budget amid economic strain, geopolitical tensions, and tax policy shifts. With fiscal constraints tightening, can Minister Godongwana strike a balance between growth and sustainability?
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February 20, 2025
Back to school, investing for education and the offshore advantage
Planning for education costs is essential, especially with rising fees. Investing early, diversifying offshore, and using strategies like unit trusts or endowments can help parents manage expenses. Allan Gray’s Shaheed Mohamed shares insights on smart investment choices for long-term education funding.
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February 19, 2025
South Africa’s Fiscal Outlook: Stability, Challenges, and the Path to Growth
With Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana set to deliver the 2025 Budget Speech tomorrow, all eyes are on whether South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU) has had any meaningful impact on the fiscus.
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February 18, 2025
Why Asian dividends deserve a closer look
Geopolitical flashpoints, such as the war in Ukraine and escalating US-China tensions, are further complicating the outlook, keeping investor sentiment finely balanced. For Asian equities, these dynamics go beyond headline risks; they have real implications for company earnings and valuations, reinforcing the need for strategies that offer stability amid the turbulence.
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February 17, 2025
Fiscal follies and phoenixes
Izak Odendaal, Old Mutual Wealth Investment Strategist, explores South Africa’s fiscal challenges ahead of the Budget Speech, global economic shifts, and geopolitical uncertainties. He highlights the need for fiscal consolidation, economic reforms, and sustainable growth to ensure long-term stability.
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February 16, 2025

Insights from the South African Funeral Industry Summit

Yesterday saw the premier of the South African Funeral Industry Summit (SAFIS). Hosted by 360 Administration and Systems, the summit was a huge success with 300 in-person and over a 1000 online registered attendees. The day saw industry leaders, compliance experts, and technology specialists gather to explore the evolving landscape of funeral insurance in South Africa.
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February 13, 2025

Flooded? Here’s what you need to know

Marius Kemp, Head of Personal Underwriting at Santam, warns that these situations can escalate quickly, posing serious damage to people’s homes and belongings. “Flooding can happen rapidly, leaving little time to react. At the first sight of heavy rain, you should always try to divert runoff away from your house if possible.
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February 13, 2025

The secret behind turning the month of love into a lifetime commitment

Your insurer’s reason for being is to look after you throughout your life’s journey… Just like the partner you share your life with. So, before making a forever commitment, it makes sense to research different insurers as diligently as you might stalk a potential first date’s socials.
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February 13, 2025

Keeping you safe online – Momentum Insure tackles digital security

Cybercriminals easily exploit vulnerabilities, particularly among those who have a false sense of security when it comes to their online interactions and behaviour. Victims of identity theft often suffer financial losses, damaged credit scores, and, in some cases, lasting harm to personal relationships.
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February 16, 2025

Student insurance essentials for 2025

When you’re a varsity student, you rely heavily on your belongings for both academic and personal use, so it’s critical to make sure everything is properly covered. Karen Rimmer, Head of Distribution at PSG Insure advises students and their parents to double check that their policies extend to include Sasria cover on contents and motor vehicles.
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February 16, 2025

Discovery Insure’s Vitality Car Rating increases consumer confidence in second-hand vehicle market

Discovery Insure is revolutionising the second-hand car market with Vitality Car Rating, a market-first, data-driven innovation that sets a new standard for determining a vehicle’s condition and value.
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February 16, 2025
Revolutionising the Funeral Insurance Industry: Insights on the SAFIS Summit
Marius Brits, CIO of 360 Administration Systems, unpacks the challenges and opportunities shaping the funeral industry.
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February 7, 2025
Momentum Insure’s Journey: Insights from CEO Brand Pretorius
Momentum Insure’s transformation journey, spearheaded by CEO Brand Pretorius
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February 10, 2025
FNB Insure’s Approach to Health and Financial Security
Balesh Raniga, of FNB Insure, sheds light on FNB’s mission to offer insurance products tailored to South African Needs.
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February 6, 2025
Demystifying Premium Finance: A Guide for Policyholders and Brokers
Sachin Govender, Managing Director at Fulcrum Premium Finance, unpacks the concept of premium financing
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February 6, 2025
The Origin of KEU: Pioneering Entertainment Insurance in South Africa
Deep dive into KEU, a UMA specialising in entertainment insurance, celebrating 24 years of innovation in the sector.
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February 6, 2025
The Future of Premium Collection: A Conversation with Fulcrum’s Tech Team
Jade Jensen, MD of Fulcrum Group South Africa, and Dave Stevens, CTO, explore Fulcrum’s new Air Collect model.
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February 6, 2025
Generational Insights in Insurance Claims
Nic Smit, from Bidvest Life, shares key insights from their annual claims report
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February 6, 2025
Driving Excellence Through People and Processes at My Glass
Tony from COVER interviews Gary Stieger, CEO of My Glass, on the back of their prestigious service provider award win.
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February 6, 2025
Emerging Risks and Resilience in African Markets
Patty K. Martin, CEO & President of the AIO, explores the current state & future opportunities in the reinsurance sector.
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February 6, 2025
Innovating Reinsurance: Insights from Jephita Gwatipedza, Zep Re
A comprehensive overview of the Southern African reinsurance market's challenges and opportunities.
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February 18, 2025
The critical role of collaboration in thriving business partnerships
Strong business relationships drive growth, innovation, and efficiency. Hanro Fick explores how strategic collaborations expand consumer networks, enhance innovation, and improve operational efficiency, demonstrating how businesses thrive by working together for mutual success.
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February 10, 2025
Netstar’s biggest road trends for 2025
To help individuals and businesses navigate this new era, Netstar has compiled a list of road trends that drivers should be aware of in 2025.
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February 3, 2025
What role can AI agents play in technical support?
Ryan Falkenberg, CEO of CLEVVA takes a look at how AI agents are changing diagnostic and troubleshooting processes, and how consumer and enterprise-facing businesses can benefit from them.
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February 10, 2025
FINEOS ranked in Top Ten of Everest Group’s Leading 50™ Life & Annuity InsurTech Providers report
FINEOS Corporation (ASX:FCL) have announced that Everest Group’s Leading 50TM Life & Annuity (L&A) Insurance Technology Providers report has positioned FINEOS as a leader in the global life, accident and health insurance technology market for 2024.
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June 19, 2024
Understanding the value of customer complaints and the importance of handling them well
Complaints are an inevitable aspect of running a business. Handling these customer grievances effectively is crucial, not only for maintaining a good relationship with the complaining customer but also for safeguarding your business’s reputation - especially in an era where social media can amplify an individual’s voice
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August 31, 2023
Three practical ways to make your small business bloom this spring
Janeesha Ragubeer, Area Manager at Business Partners Limited, foresees a promising season ahead for South African small businesses, offering her insights on three actionable strategies to help them flourish this spring.
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October 24, 2022
The competitive structure of the global insurance marketplace sector
According to a ranking and analysis completed by Insuramore, revenues earned worldwide by insurance marketplaces are likely to have had a value of around USD 6.74 billion in 202...
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