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The insurance industry is at an exciting crossroads. We’re seeing incredible advancements in tech, changing risk landscapes, and a growing demand for better, more seamless customer experiences. With all this change, one thing is clear, we need to adapt. This message can be seen pulled through in the articles in this edition. The future of insurance is all about embracing change. We need to leverage tech, tackle big risks head-on, and keep customer experience front and center. By doing that, we’re not only future-proofing our industry but helping to build a more inclusive and resilient world.

This month we bring you a special African Insurance Exchange (AIE) 2024 feature in celebration of its 50th year. The AIE conference stood out as a prime example of what happens when industry professionals, experts, and sponsors come together in pursuit of growth and shared knowledge. The conference provided not just a platform for discussions on the pressing issues facing our industry but also a tangible value for attendees and sponsors alike.

August is a month dedicated to honouring the contributions of women across all sectors, I am thrilled to present this special edition. Our cover, featuring the formidable team of women from Standard Bank Brokers, perfectly captures the essence of progress and innovation that women bring to the financial services industry. Our Women’s Month feature shines a spotlight on the incredible strides women are making within our industry and the narratives shared serve as a powerful reminder that women are not just participants,they are leaders, innovators, and changemakers driving the industry forward.

This year we celebrate the 35th FPI Professional Convention! The theme, “Cultivate Growth, Harvest Excellence,” underscores the FPI's commitment to guiding clients through financial challenges and achieving excellence in the profession. Let’s engage, learn, and grow together as we continue to elevate financial planning in South Africa.

The 46th OESAI Annual conference and AGM is taking place at Victoria Falls from the 4th to the 7th August under the Theme, The Business of Insurance in Economic, Digital, and Geopolitical Uncertainty. Insurance executives from Africa and beyond will convene to explore the captivating realm of innovation in the face of geopolitical risk and uncertainty in an array of global sectors.

This month, we delve into a diverse array of topics, from the evolving landscape of agricultural insurance to the transformative impact of AI in fraud detection. Our mission, as always, is to empower insurance, financial advisory, and risk management professionals with the wisdom and insights needed to navigate an ever-changing industry. Agricultural insurance takes center stage in this edition. As the backbone of many economies, agriculture faces unique challenges, from climate change to financial insecurity among small-scale farmers.