
Santam underwriting surge lifts profitability well above targets
Lower weather-related claims and disciplined pricing helped lift underwriting profitability in 2025, pushing margins above the insurer’s long-term target range.

Lower weather-related claims and disciplined pricing helped lift underwriting profitability in 2025, pushing margins above the insurer’s long-term target range.

For the six months to June, Santam reports net income growth of 19%, with a underwriting margin of 11.3% – well above its target range.

The operating profit more than doubled in 2024, while gross written premiums increased by 9%.

Nearly all business units report strong growth in new business volumes.

Santam will ramp up efforts to tackle increased weather- and fire-related risks by implementing measures such as adjusting premiums and setting stricter risk limits.