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Africa Takes Off

Africa’s aviation landscape is entering a new chapter of sustained expansion, driven by the continent’s deepening trade integration, rising economic activity and fast-evolving cargo and passenger markets. Lorenzio Bettini, Aviation Underwriter at iTOO Special Risks explores what Africa’s booming aviation sector means for insurance.

A Message from our CEO

As we approach the end of another year, I want to take a moment to reflect with you on what has undoubtedly been one of the most challenging periods many of us have faced in recent times. The pressures, uncertainties, and responsibilities we have carried have demanded extraordinary resilience from every one of us.

Prevention Is Better Than Cure

With lifestyle diseases on the rise, says Dr Dion Kapp, Executive Manager: Managed Healthcare and Service Providers at Bestmed Medical Scheme, South Africa must wake up to preventative healthcare – and fast.

Deal Or No Deal

Selling your practice deserves the same level of planning, diligence, and professionalism that you’ve offered your clients for years. If you’re preparing to exit, Andrew Reid, Executive Head, Continuity Solutions at Premium Finance, shares what you need to consider.

Playing The Long Game

The pattern here is clear – younger clients are prioritising putting their spare money into investments as opposed to taking out cover, writes Carlo Gil, Wealth Adviser at Liberty. As more young people embrace investing, it’s important that they understand the value of long-term insurance, too.

Brokers of the Future

Modern brokers are now more than intermediaries; they are becoming catalysts for innovation and resilience, fostering stronger relationships with clients, says Sharon Paterson, CEO of Infiniti Insurance Limited.

Running On Empty

South Africa may face a renewed power crisis unless it dramatically speeds up renewable energy deployment and grid infrastructure expansion, warns Volker von Widdern, Head of Strategic Risk at Riskonet Africa.

Choice Offerings

There’s a lot to take into account when choosing the right medical aid cover – but bells and whistles you’re unlikely to use should not be the deciding factor, says Lee Callakoppen, Principal Officer at Bonitas Medical Fund. Here’s how brokers can help clients make sense of this sometimes daunting environment.

The Magic Touch

Following engagement with more than 400 brokers on Bryte’s annual roadshow this year, Pierre Geyer, Executive Head: Broker Distribution at Bryte sat down with FAnews to discuss the industry’s future. “Reflecting on these recent engagements, I’ve realised once again that the insurance industry can only thrive when we achieve a symbiotic balance between the human touch and technology,” he says.

Hidden Figures

When it comes to financial crime, the warning signs are almost always there, but not always spotted in time. In South Africa’s current, tightened regulatory environment, failing to detect red flags early can expose accountable institutions to reputational and legal fallout that far outweighs the cost of vigilance. Hawken McEwan, Director of Risk & Compliance at nCino KYC Africa shares the red flags to watch out for…

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