Road risks climb: Why clients can’t afford to skimp on car insurance
South Africa ranks 4th worst in the world for road safety, with rising accident claims underscoring the need for appropriate protection.
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R9.2m RAF claim crashes over tailgating and lack of proof
A High Court ruling shows that failing to keep a safe following distance – and failing to back up your story with solid evidence – can cost you your case as well as your claim.
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.
Facing the future: how insurance is evolving to tackle uncertainty
Santam’s Thabiso Rulashe on how insurers are adapting to stay resilient – and profitable – in an era of rising risks.
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.
Actuaries forge new path for life and health insurers to quantify climate risk
The first Mortality and Morbidity Impact Assessment Framework guides insurers through a structured approach to evaluate long-term climate-driven health risks.
Neglecting maintenance? Your insurance claim could be denied
Neglecting routine home or vehicle maintenance could cost thousands in rejected insurance claims – as policyholders found out in 2024, according to the NFO.
Insurers using tech to beat scammers at their own game
Beyond one-off fakes, syndicates are exploiting AI to reuse damage photos and cloned invoices across multiple claims.
Sanlam flags rise in cancer-related claims, particularly for younger policyholders
Breast cancer claims increased by 33%, and prostate cancer claims soared by 41%, the insurer’s data for 2024 shows.
Employer medical boarding doesn’t guarantee a disability insurance payout
Even when an employer’s doctor declares an employee unfit, group policy definitions such as ‘Own Occupation’ vs ‘Any Occupation’ can lead to claim denials.
Grace period doesn’t prevent insurers from rejecting a claim
Some insurers send SMS or email reminders, but it is the policyholder’s responsibility to ensure that an overdue premium is paid.
Future-proof cover critical as multiple illness claims climb
Discovery Life’s claims report reveals a sharp rise in repeat severe illness claims and a growing need to factor child protection into long-term insurance strategies.
Life insurers pay a record R639 billion in 2024
Sales of recurring-premium savings policies continued to improve, while lapses of risk policies declined.
FSP pays R50 000 settlement because of missing record of advice
A complaint over a claim for stolen jewellery prompts the FAIS Ombud to emphasise the importance of maintaining a proper record of advice.
OUTsurance’s interim results: strong growth amid Irish losses and ESOP transition
Despite the wind-down of OUTsurance’s employee share ownership plan, CEO Marthinus Visser says the transition to a Customer Shareholding Plan will maintain employee motivation.
Burial society ordered to pay after failing to inform policyholder of premium hike
The FAIS Ombud found that Luvuyo Burial and Consulting failed to comply with the Policyholder Protection Rules.
Landmark ruling by UK court in business interruption test case
South Africa’s courts have taken much guidance from the judgments emerging from the United Kingdom relating to Covid-19.
