"Adverse weather conditions are a recognised contributor to truck accidents globally, with studies indicating that weather-related factors play a role in a significant share of commercial vehicle crashes," says Rishai Neerachand, Executive Head…
"Women are increasingly acting as the sole or primary financial anchors for multi-generational households. They are the shock absorbers of our society, navigating a unique intersection of financial pressure and emotional labour," says Jill Mulligan,…
"From renewable energy projects and transport infrastructure to data centres and telecommunications networks, there is significant opportunity. However, project owners, contractors and financiers are facing a range of interconnected risks that…
"For financial advisers, understanding these dynamics is critical, as they play a key role in managing policyholder expectations and helping them understand why certain claims require more extensive investigation," says Bongi Zondani, Internal…
"Where an AI system generates inaccurate advice, produces misleading outputs or makes defective automated decisions, the resulting loss may contain elements of cyber risk, professional negligence and product failure," says Claudia Jackson, Partner,…
"I look forward to working closely with the African Union, our development and other partners, shareholders and the ARC team to deliver ARC's mandate in support of African countries. At the same time, we will advance our transformation strategy,…
"This year's risk assessment by global insurance supervisors at the IAIS continues to focus on ensuring the financial stability of the insurance sector, enabling it to withstand potential risks arising from geopolitical tensions, macroeconomic…
"The success of these systems is dependent upon the design of the system. Analysing the available water volume and supply in the form of water flow rate and pressure supplied to these systems is crucial in finding a solution that will address…
"Many fires originate from unnoticed electrical risks, ageing infrastructure, inadequate maintenance, or gaps in safety compliance. Factories, in particular, are classified as high-risk environments where fires frequently stem from electrical…
"The true value of advice lies in helping people understand. Understanding their options. Ultimately, understanding that they have more control over their financial future than they may believe," says Aldert Brink, CEO, Momentum Financial Planning.
“The one thing you should never cut back on is quality insurance. Cheaper insurance options could save you some cash in the short-term but may end up costing more in the long run if you aren’t properly covered,” says Marius Kemp, Head of Personal…
"On one side, the possibility of a severe El Niño this coming season means agriculture and food security are genuinely at risk. The Western Cape Government estimates the province's 2023 floods caused at least R8.1 billion in infrastructure and…
"Too often we respond to the visible symptoms of disruption without addressing the underlying systemic causes. Resilience is not built by responding better to crises alone; it is built by strengthening the governance, institutions and leadership…
"The common theme is clear: insurance strengthens an existing ecosystem. It creates new fee-based income, increases customer stickiness and enhances the relevance of the core product," says Willem Smith, Chief Commercial Officer at Hollard.
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