"At FNB we have made significant strides in building a data platform that collects data from close to 400 source systems, containing over 99% of what we deem to be key data, covering over ten million customers, billions of payments and receipts,…
"Conversations in Abidjan were not mere academic debates and blue-sky contemplations. They were urgent and real at this quarter century, where strategy sessions for Africa must be grounded in terms that are sustainable, relevant, and impactful,"…
It’s an economic reality in South Africa that many people have to look after both their parents and their children, writes Paul Menge, Actuarial Team Lead at Momentum Savings, in the wake of Family Day.
Below is a "ten question" Q&A with Oscar Molaba, the Managing Director of Batanidza Technologies, a Software Quality Assurance and Testing house based in Gauteng, South Africa wherein he gives us insights into his tech-company, the industry,…
Municipal infrastructure in South Africa is under significant strain, as the country continues to face the dual challenge of ageing systems and a growing population, leaving local governments grappling with essential service delivery, especially…
"Rather than attempting to be 'everything to everyone', successful managers focus on presenting a targeted investment thesis aligned with their core strengths. They generally commit to their strategy and thesis, avoiding the temptation to revise…
"Treasury highlights elevated fiscal risks, including potentially lower revenue growth from economic slowdowns, high public-sector wage demands, elevated borrowing costs, and slower-than-expected reductions in global interest rates. Public sector…
"As a leader, he offered a sharp mind, a deep understanding of economics, and a keen sense of duty. His work laid the bedrock of our labour policies, and helped guide us safely through some of the worst economic storms seen yet in democratic…
“I am very fortunate to have been mentored. Growing up, I didn’t know what the financial services industry entailed. I come from a family where many of the older women were domestic workers or predominantly employed in the informal sector. Yet…
Cornel Schoeman, Chief Operating Officer at GENRIC Insurance Company Limited unpacks some of the ways that technology has reshaped the short-term insurance landscape over the last decade – and what it means for customer experience.
"Companies are increasingly adopting long-term, or "evergreen" share schemes that allow employees to benefit across business cycles and promote long-term participation in company growth rather than linked to volatile share prices and funding…
"I categorically deny that I have ever received corrupt monies or bribes. I proudly served with distinction, honesty, loyalty, and humility as a dedicated public servant for 23 years, the last five of which were as Director-General of National…
"Leading the way in adapting to these severe weather patterns and a changing insurance industry is the idea of parametric insurance, which offers a simple, customised, and proactive approach to protecting businesses in this new era.," says Vis…
"Entry-level medical aid options such as hospital plans are often ideal, but with the reduced premium comes an increased likelihood of medical expense shortfalls, as well as co-payments and sub-limits. This is where gap cover is an invaluable…
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