Sanlam launches prepaid funeral cover for irregular-income earners
Clients can pay upfront for three, six, or twelve months of cover, offering an alternative to monthly debit-order policies.
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Umboneleli Womngcwabo unyusa izigwebo ezilishumi elinambini (12) ze-FAIS Ombud ngokuchasene nayo
I-FSCA yarhoxisa ilayisenisi ye-Luvuyo’ kwinyanga yeThupha emva kokuba uthotho lwezigqibo lufumanise ukuba le nkampani ayiphumelelanga ukuhlawula amabango kwaye yasebenza ngaphandle kombhali ongaphantsi.
Funeral provider racks up 12 FAIS Ombud rulings against it
The FSCA revoked Luvuyo’s licence in August after a string of determinations found the firm failed to pay claims and operated without an underwriter.
Luvuyo Burial hit with three more Ombud rulings over unpaid funeral claims
The funeral provider has faced repeated determinations this year after failing to settle valid claims.
Group benefits are a safety net – if they’re understood
Employee benefits specialist and Certified Financial Planner® Johann Peens unpacks the common pitfalls that can leave members exposed.
Life insurers pay out R39.5bn, with 95.6% of death claims honoured
Policies subject to underwriting had the highest payout rates in 2024, reflecting lower fraud and non-disclosure and the value of comprehensive risk assessment.
FSCA gears up for tougher enforcement as scams and misconduct rise
From funeral policy breaches to crypto non-compliance and weak AML measures, the regulator’s latest report outlines its key priorities – with online harm topping the list.
FAIS Ombud orders funeral home to pay R20 000 claim after failed cover
Lebohang Funeral Home left policyholders exposed by failing to secure underwriting, misleading clients about their coverage, and refusing to pay a valid funeral claim.
