Risk Management

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January 20, 2026
Allianz Risk Barometer 2026
The Allianz Risk Barometer 2026 highlights cyber incidents as the top global risk for a fifth year, with AI surging to second place amid rapid adoption, while geopolitical tensions, regulation, and business interruption continue reshaping the global risk landscape.
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November 28, 2025
Whose job is it anyway? Allocation of risk in slip-and-fall claims
As festive foot traffic surges, slip-and-fall risks rise, highlighting recent case law on liability in malls. A key judgment confirms that cleaning contractors aren’t liable for hazards they aren’t contracted to monitor, placing primary responsibility on mall owners and managing agents.
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November 6, 2025
AI and cloud computing drive global construction boom for data centers
AI’s explosive growth is reshaping the physical world, sparking a massive global data center construction wave. Discover the forces driving this expansion, the risks and rising costs involved, and whether the boom can be sustained in the years ahead.
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November 4, 2025
Marsh McLennan appoints Andrea Bono as CEO, India, Middle East, and Africa
Marsh McLennan has appointed Andrea Bono as CEO for India, Middle East, and Africa (IMEA), effective January 2026. Based in Dubai, he will drive strategic growth, strengthen client partnerships, and expand the firm’s regional presence.
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Financial Planning

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February 20, 2026
SMME job creation must also build retirement security
Nzwa Shoniwa of Sanlam Umbrella Solutions argues that SMME job creation must go beyond employment numbers, ensuring retirement savings and financial resilience are built into new roles to deliver lasting economic security.
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February 20, 2026
How to navigate the noise of the National Budget Speech
Thinus Marais of Momentum Financial Planning explains why households should avoid emotional reactions to the National Budget, and instead focus on disciplined, proactive planning to protect long-term financial goals.
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February 19, 2026
Bracket creep: The silent tax
Carla Rossouw of Allan Gray explains how bracket creep quietly erodes take-home pay, why low- and middle-income earners feel it most, and what practical tax and investment strategies can help soften its impact.
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February 17, 2026
Love that endures: make financial protection your love language
Love isn’t only shown through grand gestures. This thoughtful piece explores how life insurance, with insights from Joretha Bothma of Momentum Life Insurance, can be a practical, enduring expression of care and commitment.
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February 17, 2026
Emerging and frontier markets had a stellar 2025, but can outperformance continue?
Rory Kutisker-Jacobson of Allan Gray explores whether Africa’s standout 2025 equity returns mark a turning point, weighing valuation opportunities, volatility risks and why select banks, consumer stocks and resources still offer compelling long-term potential.
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February 17, 2026
Improved fiscal backdrop sets more stable stage for budget 2026
Citadel chief economist Maarten Ackerman unpacks what to expect from South Africa’s 2026 Budget, exploring tax, growth, reform and market risks, and what improved fiscal conditions could mean for investors navigating inflation, interest rates and a still-fragile recovery outlook cycle.
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February 12, 2026
Amplify launches actively managed income ETF on the JSE, expanding access to a proven strategy
Amplify Investment Partners has launched a new actively managed income ETF, offering investors transparent, liquid access to a proven multi-asset income strategy. The fund blends disciplined active management with ETF efficiency, targeting stable income and capital preservation.
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February 12, 2026
National Treasury’s plan to institutionalise carbon credits is positive for investors
National Treasury’s move to formalise carbon credits could transform them into a credible asset class. Momentum Corporate’s Poobalan Govender explains why this shift matters for investors, market liquidity, and South Africa’s transition to a greener, more investable economy.
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February 18, 2026

Preventing fires on the farm

Musiwalo Moses Khangale from Santam shares practical guidance for farmers on reducing wildfire risk, understanding insurance implications, and taking proactive steps to protect farms, livelihoods and surrounding communities in a changing climate.
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February 19, 2026

Leading South African law firm, Cox Yeats recognised for its specialist insurance, shipping expertise

Cox Yeats strengthens its position in the Chambers and Partners 2026 rankings, with improved recognition in insurance and restructuring, continued shipping expertise, and multiple individual accolades, underscoring the firm’s depth, technical strength, and growing global reputation.
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February 12, 2026

Safety is the new love language

This Valentine’s Day, love is expressed through everyday protection. Momentum Insure’s Dipesh Radia explores how prioritising safety, proactive habits, and peace of mind has become one of the most meaningful ways to care for those who matter most.
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February 10, 2026

Santam climbs to no.2 in 2026 top employer rankings

Santam rises to No.2 among South Africa’s top companies, maintaining its insurance leadership. Discover how a decade of deliberate investment in people, culture, and workplace excellence earned global recognition and sets the benchmark for thriving talent.
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February 18, 2026

GCR Upgrades Lombard’s National Scale Credit Ratings

GCR Ratings has upgraded Lombard Insurance Company Limited, citing strong solvency, disciplined capital management and resilient earnings, an endorsement of Lombard’s focused, partnership-driven strategy in specialist insurance markets.
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February 5, 2026

Protect Your Home Against Seasonal Risk

You can’t control the weather, but you can prepare for it. Funeka Ngewu highlights how seasonal planning and appropriate home insurance work together to turn unexpected property damage into a manageable setback.
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February 20, 2026
Decoding Financial Literacy with Ellen Gower-Mzolo
Ellen Gower-Mzolo, CFO of Fulcrum, explores how financial literacy drives personal empowerment
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November 20, 2025
Balancing Risk and Reward: Thabo Twalo’s Approach to Underwriting
Thabo Twalo, Chief Underwriting Officer at Santam Broker Solutions talks risk management
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November 20, 2025
How Vitality is Rewriting the Rules of Life Insurance
Discovery Life CEO Riaan delves into the significant influence that lifestyle behaviours have on life expectancy
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November 24, 2025
Staying Relevant in a Rapidly Changing World
Herman Scheepers, CEO of Renasa Insurance, reflects on the evolving insurance landscape
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November 20, 2025
Woman of impact interview-Michele Jennings
Michele shares how she began her professional life without plans to enter management until a mentor encouraged her
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November 24, 2025
Credit Insurance: The Unsung Hero of Business Growth
Gideon Bochedi of CGIC unpack the critical function that credit insurance serves in South Africa and beyond.
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November 20, 2025
From Workshop to Practice: Hollard’s Role in Rugby Risk Management
Elna van Wyk, of Hollard Group Risk, explores insurer's role in redefining concussion injury risk management in SA Rugby
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November 20, 2025
The Baobab Advantage: Strength, Growth, and Resilience
Thokozile Mhlangu, CEO of IISA, talks about the industry’s outlook for 2025 and the theme of this year’s AIE conference.
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November 20, 2025
Achieving Excellence: An Interview with Financial Planning Finalist Theoniel McDonald
Theoniel shares how he leveraged technology, education, and guidance from mentors to build a distinguished career
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November 20, 2025
The Competitive Edge in Financial Planning
This episode is a warm, insightful look at passion, purpose, and professionalism in financial planning
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February 18, 2026
AI is silently turning into your organisation’s biggest cyber threat
John Mc Loughlin, CEO of J2, warns that shadow AI is becoming a major cyber risk, explaining how unseen AI tools, bots and non-human identities expose organisations to faster, more dangerous attacks.
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January 21, 2026
AI for investors - is it a bubble?
Sean Neethling examines whether surging AI investment signals a market bubble, concluding conditions are not extreme. Using valuation, sentiment and capital-supply signals, he urges investors to prioritise diversification and caution, avoiding overvalued AI and crypto segments while targeting resilient global opportunities.
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December 2, 2025
Genasys Unwraps “Something for Me” – A Christmas Campaign for Burnt-Out Insurance CTOs
"Something for Me" follows last year's viral "Gift of Time" campaign with original music and animation inspired by British festive advertising
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November 20, 2025
AI Is The New Divide: South African Entrepreneurs must adapt or be left behind
As Global Entrepreneurship Week 2025 begins, serial entrepreneur Petro Magos issues a stark warning, AI has created a new economic divide, and SMMEs that fail to adapt risk extinction. His message is clear, evolve strategically, or be left behind
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March 27, 2025
Why Aren’t More Businesses Doing Personalisation Better?
Personalisation is evolving but remains underutilised. Andrew Solomon, Client Strategy Director at Achievement Awards Group, explores its challenges—data complexity, AI integration, and resource constraints. Despite these hurdles, businesses can start small, refine strategies, and gradually enhance customer engagement through tailored experiences.
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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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