Top achievers praise HCert in short-term insurance for practical skills
How MBSE graduates like Lydia Roode and Michael Bond leveraged the Higher Certificate in Short-term Insurance to excel in real-world scenarios.
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Five things vehicle owners should know about hijackings and theft
Vehicles fitted with multiple tracking devices are more likely to be recovered. If hijackers disable one tracker, the backup can still guide response teams to your car.
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.
Consumers adjusting insurance covers to cope with rising cost of living
Santam says clients are opting for core covers only, part-insuring assets, increasing excesses, and taking risk-mitigation measures to reduce premiums.
Crime, fire, and weather remain key drivers of commercial claims
Theft under property covers remains the leading driver of crime-related claims, even as overall crime claims dipped in 2024, Santam reports.
Brokers look to digital tools to reclaim time for client engagement
Two-thirds of brokers say they want plain-language breakdowns of extensions and exclusions, according to the 2025 Santam Insurance Barometer.
Santam to unify specialist businesses under single brand banner
Santam will rebrand five of its specialist insurance units under a single identity, streamlining operations and strengthening its presence across Africa and emerging markets.
MBSE opens virtual doors to aspiring financial professionals
Moonstone Business School of Excellence is hosting Virtual Open Days from 13 to 15 May.
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.
How the VAT increase will impact insurers and policyholders
Insurers must absorb additional compliance expenses and rework their pricing strategies, with no corresponding revenue gain.
Video interview: New mutual insurer enters the market
CEO Michele Jennings says glu targets a wider audience with straightforward products and digital innovation.
PPS takes its mutual insurance model to the broader SA market
It says the new business division, called glu, provide members with straightforward insurance solutions and profit-sharing.
MBSE Virtual Open Days off to a strong start
Join MBSE’s Virtual Open Days to learn about industry-relevant qualifications, gain insights from expert co-ordinators, and discover career opportunities in financial planning, insurance, wealth management, and compliance.
Explore your path to financial services success at MBSE’s Virtual Open Days
Join MBSE’s Virtual Open Days to learn about industry-relevant qualifications, gain insights from expert co-ordinators, and discover career opportunities in financial planning, insurance, wealth management, and compliance.
Top achievers share insights on excelling in short-term insurance qualification
Top achievers in the Higher Certificate in Short-Term Insurance (HCSTI) qualification exams, credit the qualification with deepening their industry knowledge and advancing their careers.
Jewellery insurance: don’t let warranty clauses take you by surprise
The FAIS Ombud warns that failing to adhere to warranty clauses – such as storing jewellery in a safe when not worn – can significantly reduce claim payouts.
MBSE promotion on NQF qualifications closes tomorrow
Enrolling in selected NQF qualifications by 10 December will result in 50% off the first module, adding significant value to the entire course.
