Key insights and highlights from the 6th annual conference of South African Association of Engineer Insurers (SAAEI), including discussions on innovative solutions, legal challenges, and the shifting risk appetite of reinsurers.

Discovery Insure’s new Drive Trends research released on 12 December 2024, reveals critical information for staying safe on South African roads this December and January. Notably, Discovery Insure’s data reveals that with reduced bumper-to-bumper traffic, people tend to speed more over the year-end period.

The increasing frequency of climate-related incidents has forced the insurance industry to re-think how it understands and assesses risk, to firstly provide cover that is more reliable, accessible and resilient and secondly, to maintain trust with the clients it serves

Wynand van Vuuren, client experience partner at King Price Insurance, shares some tips and advice that’ll help ensure you, your passengers, and other road users arrive safely.

The festive season is upon us and many South Africans are gearing up to skip town for a well-deserved break. But before you head on your way, make sure you are leaving your beloved home in safe hands and that you've taken all the necessary precautions to safeguard yourself against burglaries and damages.

Leslie Muthen, Head of Territory for Africa at SSP, highlights the critical challenges and urgent need for modernisation within the African insurance sector. As the industry evolves, reliance on outdated legacy systems is becoming a significant barrier to innovation and operational efficiency.