
Santam strengthens Syndicate 1918 team as Lloyd’s operation scales up
Hina Shavdia joins as COO as Santam increases Lloyd’s capacity and expects a larger loss before the business reaches break-even.

Hina Shavdia joins as COO as Santam increases Lloyd’s capacity and expects a larger loss before the business reaches break-even.

The GIFT City operation, together with the Lloyd’s syndicate and Avatar acquisition, is part of the group’s move to broaden its risk base and underwriting capabilities.

South Africa’s leading short-term insurer is set to underwrite international property, marine, cyber, and more from January 2026.