Clearer communication can prevent many motor insurance disputes
The NFO says proactive disclosure, better underwriting conversations, and stronger intermediary oversight will benefit customers and insurers alike.
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Running out of time for CPD? MBSE says use the hours you already have
Advisers can reduce last-minute pressure by breaking the remaining hours into shorter, more manageable sessions instead of cramming courses into a final rush.
High Court warning to banks over rushed home auction valuations
The judgment strengthens constitutional protections for homeowners by rejecting speculative ‘drive-by’ property valuations used in foreclosure proceedings.
Sanlam pivots towards partnerships as active management model shifts
The group says the industry is moving towards customised solutions, prompting it to hand active management to Ninety One and focus on alternatives, distribution, and emerging markets.
Santam names head for new India reinsurance business
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.
State Street and Ninety One partner in active ETF push
The tie-up will begin with global equity and emerging market ETFs and is designed to widen access to active strategies across international markets.
Discovery Bank enters next phase of ‘super bank’ strategy
The bank says its AI-driven banking and fraud prevention systems have reduced fraud on flagged transactions by 85%.
Naked’s ChatGPT app signals where insurance distribution may be heading
The insurtech says the new app is a step towards a future where AI assistants could help consumers to manage and automate parts of their insurance decisions.
Still short on CPD hours? MBSE suggests ready-made combinations
MBSE’s CPD combinations help advisers and FSPs to complete their annual requirements while focusing on ethics, conduct, communication, and regulatory readiness.
Exam prep that works: How to get the most out of your time
As exams begin, MBSE shares practical strategies to help students use their study time more effectively.
Fintech is booming – but regulation, risk, and trust will decide who wins
Rapid growth in South Africa’s fintech sector is giving way to a tougher phase shaped by regulation, competition, and the race for customer trust.
Santam shifts core insurance systems to the cloud
The move of its Guidewire platform marks a change in how policies and claims are processed and managed.
glu declares first member profit share after launch year
The R1.78m payout reflects both underlying performance and a founding-member booster designed to accelerate early value.
CPD deadline looms – make the final hours count where it matters
With 31 May approaching, advisers face a tighter window and higher stakes – choosing CPD that delivers practical value, not just compliance.
UPDATED | Minister gives notice of COFI’s ‘introduction’ in National Assembly
Treasury takes the next step in financial sector reform.
PSG earnings rise 33.5% as markets boost performance fees
PSG Financial Services reported strong earnings growth, supported by favourable market conditions and higher performance fees.
Regulators step in as AI adoption exposes new financial risks
As AI-driven incidents increase, insurers face mounting pressure to replace implicit cover with explicit policies tailored to new technological risks.
