Risk Management

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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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October 23, 2024
Risk Agency Warns Gauteng’s Water Crisis Will Intensify Without Strategic Action
Gauteng faces a critical water crisis as Rand Water warns of potential depletion this summer. Riskonet Africa urges businesses to act now by reviewing risk exposures and insurance coverages.
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Financial Planning

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January 20, 2025
TFSA vs RA? A quick guide to choosing the right retirement investment products
Linda Kleynscheldt: Head of Actuarial and Product, PSG Wealth gives a comparison between a Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Retirement Annuity (RA) to help you decide if either (or indeed both) of these products might be right for your needs.
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January 17, 2025
Old Mutual Wealth bolsters DFM offering with Bravura partnership
Old Mutual Wealth (OMW) South Africa has announced a strategic collaboration with Bravura, a leading financial services technology provider to the asset and wealth management communities, to enhance its Discretionary Fund Manager (DFM) functionality of its Linked Investment Service Provider (LISP) platform.
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January 10, 2025
2024 key learnings to take into 2025 for SA businesses: resilience is key
Friedrich Meisenholl, Regional Investment Manager at Business Partners Limited, believes improvements are on the horizon as we look ahead to 2025. However, the past year has taught businesses that anything from natural disasters to fuel price shocks can scramble even the most meticulous plans for business growth.
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December 13, 2024
New year, new financial you: Breaking the silence on money talks
As the new year begins, South Africans take stock of their aspirations – most of which all hinge on one thing – financial security. While fitness and career goals often lead the charge of resolutions, financial wellbeing should not be overlooked.
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January 17, 2025
2025 Global Listed Real Estate Assets Outlook
Now that rates are stable and fundamentals are strong, global real estate is regaining prominence as a core component of multi-asset funds, providing diversification and resilient compounding returns.
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January 17, 2025
US economy and markets: what's the state of play as Trump takes office?
As President Trump begins his second stint in the White House, Schroders' investment experts consider the current state of the US economy and the stock and bond markets.
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January 14, 2025
The Clarity of Hindsight
Old Mutual Wealth Investment Strategist, Izak Odendaal takes a look at the biggest hits and misses of 2024, grouped under three broad themes: the US, China and South Africa. Importantly, let’s see what we can learn from them.
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January 8, 2025
Five trends that will shape the investment landscape in 2025
Foord Asset Management recently held its final Mind of the Manager Webinar for 2024, where five seasoned portfolio managers offered five scenarios that investors may need to navigate in looking to thrive in 2025.
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January 17, 2025

Budget-friendly insurance tips to get you through 2025

Economic instability and rising living costs are weighing heavily on South Africans, this is according to the TransUnion Consumer Pulse Study for Q2 2024. The study revealed that 77% of consumers rank inflation on everyday items as their top financial worry, while interest rates (55%) and job security (52%) follow.
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January 17, 2025

Santam recognised as South Africa's leading insurer in 2025 Top Employer certification

Santam, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, has again been recognised as one of the country’s leading employers by the Top Employers Institute, placing 5th, on the list of companies that deliver excellent people practices.
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January 13, 2025

Three ways to spruce up your insurance in the New Year

As life changes, so do your insurance needs and by taking the time to review your policy annually, you can ensure that your policy details are correct, and your coverage is aligned with your current situation, preventing both under-insurance and over-insurance.
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January 13, 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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January 13, 2025

Health & Accident Underwriting Managers and GENRIC Insurance announce partnership

Health & Accident Underwriting Managers has announced its partnership with GENRIC Insurance Company Limited (GENRIC Insurance) to bring its health and personal accident insurance products to market.
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January 10, 2025

Kurt Solomon joins Gage Car Hire as chief business officer

Kurt Solomon has been appointed chief business officer at Gage Car Hire, a trusted leader in insurance replacement car rentals. With over 15 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry, Kurt brings a wealth of expertise, an extensive network and a proven track record of driving growth and innovation.
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January 8, 2025
AI, Data, and the Urgency for Change in Insurance
Marcus Looft, Strategy Director at Earnix, talks about the findings of Earnix's 2024 Insurance Trends Report.
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December 3, 2024
Insights from past Financial Planner of the Year: Hester van der Merwe
Hester van der Merwe of Ultima Financial Planning reflects on her journey in the financial planning industry.
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December 3, 2024
Building Lasting Client Relationships
Natasja Norvall Hart of Evolution Wealth, 2010 winner of Financial Planner of the Year award, reflects on her journey
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December 3, 2024
Unlocking the Power of Data: Insights from Angus Black Part 2
Angus Black, BarnOwn, highlights the significance of data in the industry, echoing the adage "data is the new oil."
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December 3, 2024
Understanding Data Standards in the Insurance Industry
Angus Black, BarnOwl Data Services, explores the importance of data standards and the intricacies of data sharing
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December 2, 2024
Unlocking the Potential of Embedded Insurance in Everyday Transactions
Charlotte Koep, CEO of Root, discusses the rapidly evolving world of embedded insurance
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December 16, 2024
Evolving Insurance with Business Intelligence
Insight into the increasing importance of business intelligence (BI) in today’s insurance landscape.
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December 3, 2024
Mentoring the Next Generation of Financial Planners
Wouter Fourie, CFP®, director at ASCO Independent Wealth Managers, shares insights from ASCO’s 20 years in the industry
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December 3, 2024
Navigating the Retirement Landscape
Alec Riddle, CFP®, winner of the Financial Planner of the Year, shares his extensive experience on retirement planning
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December 3, 2024
Client-Centric Financial Planning: Bruce Fleming's Perspective
Bruce Fleming, CFP®, a veteran in the financial planning, has seen the industry evolve dramatically over nearly 3 decades
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January 13, 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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December 16, 2024
FSCA update on licensed crypto asset service providers
The Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) commenced the licensing process for crypto asset service providers (CASPs) under the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS) Act, No. 37 of 2002 on 1 June 2023.
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December 16, 2024
LexisNexis Risk Solutions Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire IDVerse
Acquisition will expand LexisNexis Risk Solutions’ capabilities in risk and fraud solutions and enhance digital identity onboarding and identity verification through IDVerse’s AI-powered technology.
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December 12, 2024
AI Technology Making South African Roads Safer
Netstar’s AI-powered dash cams monitor driver fatigue and road safety in real-time, combining alerts, 24/7 fleet bureau support, and predictive insights to prevent accidents. This cutting-edge solution enhances safety, reduces risks, and saves lives on South African roads.
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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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