Insurers and brokers are well placed to help customers protect against a wide variety of risks – but it starts with building a trusting relationship, writes Sharon Paterson, CEO, Infiniti Insurance Limited.

Rooted in the growing domain of specialist insurance, the often overlooked, yet invaluable Inception Value Policy (IVP) emerges as an essential tool in safeguarding assets and mitigating risks across various sectors. Austin Mpandawana, Manager of Specialist Classes, Renasa Insurance Company, explains.

Upholding corporate governance principles is a collective responsibility for success in the South African insurance industry. Mitesh Lakha, Manager: Financial Services, Tracker says it’s time to take it out of the C-suite and into the consciousness of employees at every level.

Public-private partnerships, or PPPs, have existed for many years and are well known for the significant impact they can have on infrastructure development. By combining efforts, PPPs can maximise efficiency which can reduce costs and ensure that projects are completed on time, writes Precious Nduli, Head of Technical Marketing at Discovery Insure.

As an independent IFA, the idea of running your own business and everything that comes with it, may be a daunting prospect. Gavin Gehlig, Chief Executive Officer of GrowthHouse, shares how joining a trusted and established brokerage can help you unleash your potential.

Introducing MemberShield – A New Cybersecurity Solution for FIA Members

We are excited to offer our warmest congratulations to Isobel Rohwer on her appointment as our new Advisory Chair and the first female to achieve this prestigious role. Isobel was elected at the advisory council held on 15 August 2024 in Sandton.

PG Glass was honoured to be recognised as the “Best Fitment Centre” and “Best Smash and Grab Tinting Stores” by The Star readers year after year.

In Linktank’s most recent annual Advice Technology Survey, South African advisory businesses shared their feelings on the potential impacts of AI on the industry. In this article, Jen McKay, Director at Linktank, shares some of the key findings.

From changing weather to the rapidly rising threat of misinformation, the global insurance industry faces a number of risks – and South Africa is not immune. However, there are proactive steps that can be taken to mitigate them. Tarina Vlok, Managing Director of Elite Risk Acceptances, explores what those steps could be.

Ever heard the saying that age is just a number? Many 80-year-olds still possess the physical and mental stamina of a 30-year-old because they recognised the value of their personal well-being early on. As our biological clock ticks on, our bodies and minds change. Luckily, there are various practical steps we can and should take to make the most of every age milestone.

At Linktank, our comprehensive research and hands-on experience have unveiled a striking reality: most financial advisory practices in South Africa grapple with fragmented technology models.