Why telco Vodacom ventured into the funeral and life insurance game Published by Kate Douglas on 31 July 2015 ‘Telecom companies have large subscriber bases and it makes sense to try extract some additional value out of that.’
Five reasons to be upbeat about Africa’s insurance industry Published by Elmehdi Amid on 30 January 2015 Elmehdi Amid, a senior analyst at Infomineo, highlights five realities supporting the idea of a booming African insurance market.
Africa’s economic progress could mirror that of Asia, says Prudential Published by Jaco Maritz on 25 June 2014 “We think Africa can be the new Asia, both for us as a company and for the global economy.”
Meet the Boss: Ashok Shah, CEO, Apollo Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 9 April 2014 “You cannot get rich very quickly,” says Kenyan insurer.
Ashok Shah’s tale of winning in the insurance game Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 April 2014 After almost four decades in the industry, Kenya’s Apollo has seen its ups and downs.
Take a step back to think about the risks Published by Business Partners team on 3 April 2014 Listing, assessing and managing the risks associated with your business is a good step to take.
Correctly structured insurance is vital for companies moving into Africa Published by Alvin Dye on 28 November 2013 Companies expanding into Africa need a good understanding of the local environment, laws and regulations to properly manage risk.
‘Regional expansion is only logical,’ says Britam Group CEO Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 21 November 2013 CEO Benson Wairegi highlights an effective team as integral to the success of his company.
Emerging trends in Nigeria’s insurance sector Published by Anthony Sarpong on 4 September 2013 A look at Nigeria’s changing insurance industry.
South African insurance company partners with Airtel to distribute products Published by Kate Douglas on 6 September 2012 Mobile network operator Bharti Airtel this week announced that it has entered into a strategic agreement with Sanlam, a South African-based financial services group.
Why Absa decided to invest in Mozambique’s insurance industry Published by Jaco Maritz on 23 August 2011 South African banking group Absa sees strong potential in Mozambique’s insurance sector.
Kenya’s first Islamic insurance firm looking to overcome challenges Published by Regina Ekiru on 10 March 2011 Takaful Insurance of Africa is the first fully Shariah-compliant insurance company to be registered in Kenya. Regina Ekiru speaks to chief executive Hassan Bashir.
Sanlam to acquire 49% of Malawian life insurer Published by Staff Writer on 3 January 2011 South African financial services group Sanlam Limited, through its Sanlam Developing Markets Limited subsidiary, is set to acquire 49% of Malawi’s NICO Life Insurance Company Limited, the Malawi Voice recently reported.
South African firm moves into Nigeria’s insurance market Published by Staff Writer on 20 May 2010 South African financial services group, Sanlam, has entered into a joint venture with First Bank of Nigeria plc to form a new insurance firm, FBN Insurance Company Limited.