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Agriculture 22 August 2023

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Maintaining sustainable food production amid escalating risks in the Agri-sector

Daniel Stevens explores why crop insurance is an essential tool in maintaining agricultural operations and production.

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Commercial Lines 02 September 2024

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What keeps a CFO up at night - a woman leader’s perspective

In the high-stakes world of finance, being a Chief Financial Officer comes with a great deal of responsibility and pressure – even...

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Corporate News 08 August 2024

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Broker awards 2023

We successfully concluded the Santam 2024 Broker Connect session roadshows. This year we visited all nine provinces, across 16 locations,...

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Investor News 29 February 2024

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Santam records resilient performance for 2023 financial year

Santam recorded a resilient financial performance for the twelve months to 31 December 2023, with the group’s conventional insurance...

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Personal Lines 26 September 2024

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Why insurance is essential for young South Africans

Young individuals, who are in the process of accumulating wealth and typically do not have substantial savings, especially for unexpected...

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Specialist Business 20 May 2024

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Booming renewable energy market driving need for better risk management in local construction

South Africa’s renewable energy market is booming. With a growing number of projects planned and in progress, there is an increasing...

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Agriculture

Agriculture 22 August 2023

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Maintaining sustainable food production amid escalating risks in the Agri-sector

Daniel Stevens explores why crop insurance is an essential tool in maintaining agricultural operations and production.

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Agriculture 05 April 2023

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Index Insurance Products Can Elevate Emerging Farmers Towards Financial Inclusion in South Africa

Biodiversity and economic issues have taken center stage in South African agriculture. Recently, Locust damage and Foot and Mouth Disease...

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Agriculture 01 March 2023

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How South Africa’s farmers can navigate costly pothole damage

Potholes and poorly maintained roads threaten the livelihoods of countless South African farmers who are an integral part of the country's...

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Agriculture 14 February 2023

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Here’s how the insurance industry safeguards South Africa’s food supply

Approximately 11% (6.5 million) of South Africa’s population is food insecure. While the effects of the pandemic exacerbated this insecurity,...

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Agriculture 22 December 2022

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Here’s how South African farmers can reap the benefits of agriculture insurance

Earlier this year, a Grain SA survey indicated that 22% of grain producers in South Africa had lost more than 60% of their white maize...

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Agriculture 09 December 2022

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Poultry farming prone to perils

South Africans love eating chicken. In fact, they consume more poultry products annually than all other animal protein sources combined...

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Agriculture 31 August 2022

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Load Shedding: A surge of impact on SA’s Agri sector

Regular load-shedding is wreaking havoc in South Africa’s agricultural sector, with farmers bracing themselves for the impact of ongoing...

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Agriculture 16 August 2022

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Santam Partners with Organised Agriculture to Deliver Risk and Financial Management Training to Emerging Farmers

Santam is collaborating with organised agriculture to identify talented farmers in South Africa and provide them with tailor-made training.

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Agriculture 21 June 2022

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Don’t let potholes or tyres puncture your budget

Thanks to extreme weather conditions, the lack of maintenance and a significant increase in heavy vehicles using our roads, potholes...

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Agriculture 17 May 2022

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Is Agritourism the future for farmers?

A 2019 survey found just 24% of South African farmers are hosting some form of agritourism on their farms.

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Agriculture 08 March 2022

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Optimal solutions offer comprehensive protection for wine producers

The 2021-‘22 wine grape season has been a successful albeit expensive one thus far. Production is expected to be somewhat lower than...

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Agriculture 04 March 2022

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Santam donates R100 000 towards fighting locust plagues

Santam, donated R100 000 to the Agri SA Disaster Relief Foundation to mobilise aerial assistance in the Northern Cape to control large-scale...

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Agriculture 10 February 2022

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Fire insurance: An investment in a sustainable farming future

There are few things that farmers dread more than that column of grey-white smoke appearing on the horizon on a dry, windy day. The...

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Agriculture 01 December 2021

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Climate and agricultural conditions - November 2021

Above average rainfall expected for December and first part of January for the Summer Rainfall Area and further rain for the Winter...

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Agriculture 28 October 2021

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Climate and agricultural conditions - October 2021

October is characterised by the start of the summer rainfall season although rain also occurred in the Winter Rainfall Area.

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Agriculture 18 October 2021

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The impact of comprehensive silo insurance on the cost of grain storage

The insurance industry has a major role to play in protecting clients and businesses from losses that are diversifiable.

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Agriculture 30 September 2021

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Climate and agricultural conditions - September 2021

The probability for La Nina to occur increased to about 80% and to last from October 2021 to March 2022.

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Agriculture 14 September 2021

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The future of farming

The Young Farmers Competition provides a platform for farmers under the age of 35 to hone their skills by exposing them to a range...

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Agriculture 18 June 2021

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Tech-led agri insurance to broaden inclusivity

Despite a myriad of setbacks caused by Covid-19, optimism in South Africa’s agricultural value chain recently reached a six-year high.

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Agriculture 04 May 2021

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Santam Agriculture encourages farmers to belong to FPAs

Santam Agriculture has a thorough understanding of liability cover and claims handling in respect of veld fires and compliance with...

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Agriculture 03 April 2021

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Climate and agricultural conditions – April 2021

La Nina weakened rapidly in March resulting in less favourable summer rainfall conditions but improved conditions for winter rainfall...

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Agriculture 22 January 2021

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Climate and agricultural conditions - January 2021

La Nina reached maturity and will remain at La Nina levels until about April 2021. Longer term outlooks are still positive for further...

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Agriculture 07 October 2020

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Climate and agricultural conditions - October 2020

The winter of 2020 continued and frost damage occurred in the last week of September. Below average temperatures are still possible...

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Agriculture 10 September 2020

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Agriculture: protecting South Africa’s sleeping giant

Areas that intermediaries and agribusinesses should consider to keep this R109.5 billion sector protected and thriving.

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Agriculture 22 July 2020

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How cold was the winter of 2020 and what can be expected for the next summer season?

The winter of 2020 will probably be remembered for the Covit-19 lockdown and secondly for very cold conditions.

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Agriculture 29 May 2020

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Climate and agricultural conditions - July 2020

Above average rainfall conditions in the last part of summer and autumn assisted in favourable summer crop production conditions in...

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Agriculture 05 May 2020

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Technology and precision farming the new norm in agriculture

Farming today differs significantly from that of a few years ago. The 4th Industrial Revolution, together with the Internet of things,...

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Agriculture 16 April 2020

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High-quality silage can benefit the entire agricultural value chain

As a dedicated partner in agriculture, one of Santam Agriculture’s goals is to guarantee both stability and sustainability in all agricultural...

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Agriculture 06 April 2020

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The importance of agricultural insurance

Santam Agriculture has a responsibility to help stimulate a positive environment for farmers, organised agriculture, and agri-businesses...

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Agriculture 06 February 2020

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Santam & Sanlam donate R3m to alleviate impact of drought on farming communities

Santam, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, and Sanlam, Africa’s largest non-banking financial services business, have collectively...

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Agriculture 21 October 2019

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Why we should all take silage seriously

Silage – an ancient agricultural practice – is not only the most cost-effective way for farmers to ensure animals have high-energy,...

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Agriculture 28 June 2019

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Climate and agricultural conditions - June 2019

El Nino is still present but may change to neutral in coming winter months and summer of 2019/20. Probable late start to summer rain...

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Agriculture 14 February 2019

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Empowering emerging farmers in SA

In 2018, Nceba Jakavula – age 47 – got six chickens from his grandmother Mpafi and decided to be a chicken farmer. “I saw a need to...

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Commercial Lines

Commercial Lines 02 September 2024

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What keeps a CFO up at night - a woman leader’s perspective

In the high-stakes world of finance, being a Chief Financial Officer comes with a great deal of responsibility and pressure – even...

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Commercial Lines 26 August 2024

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Perseverance pays off: meet Siphesihle Ngcingwana – one of the leading ladies in South Africa’s reinsurance industry

The global call for diversity and inclusion, particularly in male-dominated industries such as the financial service sector, has amplified...

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Commercial Lines 07 August 2024

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How to protect your office in a hybrid working environment

While several large companies have spearheaded a gradual return-to-work, the hybrid working model has remained sticky for many South...

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Commercial Lines 18 July 2024

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Sustainable SMMEs crucial to help boost unemployment

Mitigating your business’s risks in the current landscape.

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Commercial Lines 03 July 2024

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2024 Santam Women of the Future Awards: A celebration of exceptional entrepreneurial talent

Women in business face several unique challenges. Lack of access to finance, income inequality and social barriers present serious...

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Commercial Lines 06 March 2024

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Brokers to lead a shift in focus from risk transfer to risk mitigation

Brokers advising businesses and individuals on their short-term insurance cover have a tough job navigating the ever-changing risk...

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Commercial Lines 04 December 2023

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The real cost of insurance crime

Dr Jerry Chetty, Head of Business Integrity at Santam, examines the interconnectedness of insurance crime and the need for it to be...

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Commercial Lines 30 October 2023

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The productivity vs employee wellbeing conundrum

Why new leadership skills required for businesses to succeed in 2023

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Commercial Lines 01 October 2023

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Top 5 features to keep people coming to your coffee shop or eatery

Juan Fourie, head of Hospitality and Leisure (HandL) at Santam shares his top 5 elements that may help take your establishment from...

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Commercial Lines 08 August 2023

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5 Tips to tighten up your business finances

The top two challenges faced by South African SMEs, according to the latest Business Partners SME Index, are cash flow and economic...

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Commercial Lines 20 June 2023

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Understand the fine print of your commercial fleet cover

Your commercial vehicle cover is as unique as your fleet. Read and understand your policy for peace of mind should you need to claim.

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Commercial Lines 17 May 2023

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Santam launches SA’s first digital insurance solution for micro and informal businesses

Santam and MoyaApp join forces to bring affordable, quality formal insurance solution to informal businesses and the township economy.

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Commercial Lines 07 March 2023

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Here’s how SA businesses can benefit from ‘spring cleaning’ their insurance in 2023

While business owners have limited control over most of the concerns listed above, most still have control over reducing their unnecessary...

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Commercial Lines 13 February 2023

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Thinking of listing your home on Airbnb? Here’s what you need to know

Considering South Africa’s rising living costs, more people are renting their homes to boost their incomes. For example, a 2022 Airbnb...

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Commercial Lines 30 August 2022

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Your business needs cyber security insurance, here’s why

Last year, South Africa had the third highest number of cybercrime victims in the world resulting in losses of R2.2 billion. In a world...

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Commercial Lines 06 June 2022

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Identifying and mitigating cyber risk for remote work

As more people work remotely, employees are inadvertently creating opportunities for hackers to forge tunnels into company networks...

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Commercial Lines 25 May 2022

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How to successfully navigate complex risk in a dynamic landscape

There is no mistaking that the world is changing rapidly. The rate of climate change is powering increasingly adverse weather events,...

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Commercial Lines 01 April 2022

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Santam Women of the Future 2021 winners

They took home the top trophies at the Santam Women of The Future Awards in association with FAIRLADY and TRUELOVE last year. Here’s...

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Commercial Lines 18 November 2021

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Safeguarding your business this holiday season

Year end is approaching, and as businesses get ready to close shop for the holidays it is imperative that owners do as much as they...

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Commercial Lines 19 October 2021

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Mitigating the potential business risk of cybercrime

The new Insurance Barometer Report by Santam, the country’s largest short-term insurer, has revealed how the pandemic and systemic...

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Commercial Lines 15 October 2021

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It’s written in the stars for these women of the future

Santam is proud to announce the winners of the seventh annual Santam Women of the Future Awards, in association with FAIRLADY and TRUELOVE.

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Commercial Lines 03 August 2021

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Santam appeals to clients to submit outstanding Contingent Business Interruption (CBI) claims

CBI claimants have a final deadline date of 31 August 2021 to submit their claims information to Santam.

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Commercial Lines 01 June 2020

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Is remote working threatening your business?

Santam has warned that, with remote work and work from home taking off as the new norm, companies need to be extra vigilant to ensure...

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Commercial Lines 21 October 2019

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The A to Z of safety in business

Building a business is one of the hardest – and most rewarding – things any entrepreneur can do, it would only be prudent to protect...

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Commercial Lines 10 April 2019

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What those in the hospitality biz need to know as holidays approach

April is here and all over South Africa, locals are planning on taking advantage of the lovely holiday weekends coming up. With the...

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Commercial Lines 28 March 2019

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Ways to protect your Airbnb this Easter season

Many South Africans have become Airbnb hosts, either as a main income source or savvy side hustle. In fact, a report from Airbnb last...

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Commercial Lines 17 October 2018

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Could your SME be the next cybercrime target?

It’s not just big businesses that are susceptible to cybercrime. It’s SMEs as well. These smaller businesses are arguably even more...

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Corporate News

Corporate News 08 August 2024

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Broker awards 2023

We successfully concluded the Santam 2024 Broker Connect session roadshows. This year we visited all nine provinces, across 16 locations,...

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Corporate News 29 July 2024

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Rob Rose wins 2023 Sanlam Group Financial Journalist of the Year award

Rob Rose, former editor of South Africa’s Financial Mail, was last night named the Sanlam Financial Journalist of the Year for 2023.

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Corporate News 28 June 2024

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Santam Re & International: Enhancements to our underwriting team structure

As part of our commitment to continuous improvement and ensuring exceptional client service, I am excited to announce significant enhancements...

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Corporate News 26 June 2024

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Sanlam Group announces shortlist for 2023-2024 financial journalism awards

Sanlam and Santam, the joint sponsors of the Sanlam Group Awards for Excellence in Financial Journalism, today announced the shortlisted...

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Corporate News 27 May 2024

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Santam acquires Kandua, leading tech startup

Santam, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, has wholly acquired Kandua, a leading online marketplace company for home services...

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Corporate News 06 March 2024

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Worrying number of child pedestrian fatalities warrants call to action

Neptal Khoza, Head of Market Development at Santam says that Scholar Patrols have become synonymous with road safety for learners in...

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Corporate News 29 February 2024

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Santam records resilient performance for 2023 financial year

Santam recorded a resilient financial performance for the twelve months to 31 December 2023, with the group’s conventional insurance...

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Corporate News 22 February 2024

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Santam partners with City of Tshwane to fight urban flooding

Santam, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, is partnering with the City of Tshwane, to fight against risks associated with urban...

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Corporate News 31 January 2024

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Santam rated one of SA’s Top 10 employers

SA’s largest insurer certified a Top Employer by Top Employer Institute for eighth consecutive year

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Corporate News 31 January 2024

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How geospatial data is being used to manage the effects of natural hazards and climate change

Mitigating the increasing effects of climate change has become a top priority for South African insurers who have collectively paid...

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Corporate News 19 November 2023

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South Africa's shifting risk landscape

Climate change, infrastructure concerns and socio-economic challenges have created a tough environment for local insurers, who have...

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Corporate News 18 October 2023

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Santam 2023 Insurance barometer reveals SA’s biggest risks

Santam released the 2022/2023 Santam Insurance Barometer Report, which revealed that the tough economic climate and loadshedding are...

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Corporate News 13 October 2023

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International Day of Disaster Reduction – SA needs all hands on deck to reduce natural disaster impacts

Disasters, triggered by natural hazards, will continue to affect South Africa, destroying infrastructure, lives and livelihoods. It...

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Corporate News 01 September 2023

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FIA Awards: Santam awarded top personal insurance company

Santam has been named Non-Life Insurer of the Year at the prestigious 2023 Financial Intermediaries Association of Southern Africa's...

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Corporate News 04 August 2023

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Steinheist producers scoop the coveted Sanlam Group Financial Journalist of the Year

Richard Gregory and Elle Oosthuizen, the producers of the impactful video story Steinheist on Showmax, are the winners of the Sanlam...

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Corporate News 04 July 2023

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Sanlam Group announces shortlist for financial journalism awards

Sanlam and Santam, the co-sponsors of the Sanlam Group Awards for Excellence in Financial Journalism, today announced the shortlisted...

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Corporate News 19 June 2023

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Santam celebrates Intermediaries at the 2023 conference roadshows

Santam successfully concluded the Broker conference 2023 roadshows across six regions, where the 2022 Intermediary awards winners were...

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Corporate News 06 April 2023

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Santam donates to Port St. Johns flood relief efforts

Santam donates to Port St. Johns flood relief efforts

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Corporate News 15 March 2023

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Santam acquires MTN South Africa device insurance book

Santam has entered into an alliance with MTN South Africa, that will see the company purchase the mobile telecommunication firm’s device...

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Corporate News 03 March 2023

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Entries for the 2022 Sanlam Group Awards for Excellence in Financial Journalism have closed

Entries for the 2022 Sanlam Group Awards for Excellence in Financial Journalism have closed, following the 28 February 2023 deadline.

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Corporate News 18 January 2023

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Santam ranks 10th in the South African Top Employer 2023

Santam has, for the seventh consecutive year, been certified as a Top Employer in South Africa for excellence in employee conditions.

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Corporate News 14 December 2022

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2022–2023 Sanlam Group Awards for Excellence in Financial Journalism Have Opened for Entries; New ESG Category to Shine Light on Africa’s Sustainability Issues

Entries for the 2022-2023 Sanlam Group Awards for Excellence in Financial Journalism opened today with the introduction of a new category...

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Corporate News 23 November 2022

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Santam partners with Ethekwini municipality to limit impact of future disasters

The eThekwini Municipality’s disaster preparedness has received a major boost with the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with...

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Corporate News 08 September 2022

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Santam awarded top personal insurance company at FIA awards

Santam, was recognised as the top personal insurance company at the 2022 FIA, Intermediary Experience awards.

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Corporate News 05 September 2022

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The future is female

Gender parity in the workplace has come a long way. Last year, Bloomberg reported that women held 29% of board seats in South Africa’s...

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Corporate News 23 August 2022

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ESG in the insurance industry is in its infancy

Covid-19 and the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) really brought ESG to the fore (accelerated), especially in...

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Corporate News 21 June 2022

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Risks facing financial institutions

Despite being in the business of risk mitigation, insurance firms themselves are often subject to risk in the form of insurance crime.

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Corporate News 06 June 2022

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Santam strengthens digital footprint with 100% buyout of insurtech trailblazer, JaSure

Santam is enhancing its digital offering, with the announcement that it is increasing its interest in insurance technology (insurtech)...

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Corporate News 14 February 2022

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Modernising analytics in insurance: How Santam is changing its playbook

Insurance has been a fertile proving ground for analytics over many years. Underwriters have long used models to improve forecasting...

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Corporate News 20 January 2022

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Santam ranked 18th in the South African Top Employer 2022

Santam, has for the sixth consecutive year, been certified as a Top Employer (TE) in South Africa by the Top Employers Institute, the...

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Corporate News 29 September 2021

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Raining on climate change’s parade

From the Caribbean to the far East, the increasing intensity of extreme weather events has once again thrust climate change to the...

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Corporate News 23 September 2021

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How do brokers outperform direct insurers in this new risk-rife world?

Intermediaries are perfectly positioned to become risk advisers and help make the cost of insurance sustainable, while creating true...

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Corporate News 17 September 2021

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Santam proudly announces 2020 Intermediary awards winners

As in previous years, the insurer recognises excellence in PL, CL, Agri and National Brokers.

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Corporate News 08 September 2021

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Santam Insurance Barometer reveals rapidly evolving risks in South Africa

Santam has released its 2020/2021 Insurance Barometer report on insurance trends,

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Corporate News 15 July 2021

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Santam has paid R1,6bn for contingent business interruption claims

Santam, is making good progress in handling contingent business interruption (CBI) claims and has made payments to approximately 60%...

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Corporate News 28 June 2021

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Intermediaries best positioned to capitalise on a growing risk environment

Santam is concerned for the intermediaries who seek to provide value based purely on price, but argue the future for the risk-and-advice...

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Corporate News 25 June 2021

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Winning at company culture despite Covid-19

It’s no secret that COVID-19 has completely changed our world of work. A larger emphasis on social distancing, workplace transformation,...

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Corporate News 02 March 2021

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Digital trends in the insurance industry

The Covid-19 pandemic has ushered in ample opportunities by accelerating the digital transition of tasks that were once considered...

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Corporate News 01 February 2021

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Climate change is not just an environmental concern. Financial institutions play a role, too

Financial institutions, including those in the insurance industry, have had to develop and adapt their products and services over the...

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Corporate News 25 January 2021

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Santam recognised as a top employer in SA for the 5th year running

Santam has been officially recognised by the Top Employers Institute as a Top Employer 2021 for excellence in employee conditions...

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Corporate News 17 November 2020

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Russell Myers retires after 14 years as CEO of Mirabilis engineering underwriting managers

Santam announced that CEO Russell Myers will retire at the end of June 2021. Curt Meyer, currently Chief Operating Officer, has been...

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Corporate News 04 November 2020

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The Intermediary: adding value beyond price

Santam, who has been in the business of insurance for more than 100 years, believes that while there is a place for direct-to-consumer,...

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Corporate News 27 August 2020

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Santam group concludes nationwide PPE donation with delivery to special needs schools in Witbank

Santam concluded its nationwide donation of personal protective equipment (PPE) to Special Needs Schools when they handed over 40 disinfecting...

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Corporate News 27 August 2020

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Santam has now paid out R870 million in relief to hospitality and retail services

Santam has paid out R870-million in just over three weeks to the hospitality, leisure and non-essential retail services industries.

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Corporate News 13 August 2020

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Santam swiftly pays over R500 million to contingent business interruption policyholders

Santam has to date paid out R506 million of the R1 billion allocated for urgent relief to policyholders in the hospitality, leisure...

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Corporate News 28 July 2020

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Intermediaries retain their edge on robo-colleagues

COVID-19 has forced many industries to integrate digital practices and this could prove to be the best training ground to help evolve...

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Corporate News 26 July 2020

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Santam commits R1 billion in relief to contingent business interruption clients

Hospitality, leisure and non-essential retail services industries to receive substantial financial payments from Santam.

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Corporate News 17 July 2020

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Santam proudly announces 2019 Broker award winners

Santam, South Africa’s largest general insurer, today announced its 2019 Broker Award winners.

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Corporate News 23 June 2020

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Re-inventing your value proposition in the new normal

Intermediaries have a pivotal role to play in terms of being a reliable resource to clients during this time. That requires shrewd...

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Corporate News 21 April 2020

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Santam refunds 20% of vehicle premiums to assist financially strained clients

Following the extension of the national lockdown and the continued financial strain that clients are experiencing, Santam today announced...

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Corporate News 01 April 2020

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Santam group commits R200-million in relief initiatives to lessen COVID-19 impact

The Santam Group, South Africa’s largest general insurer today announced that it would make R200-million available as COVID-19 relief...

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Corporate News 19 February 2020

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Great customer expectations call for an insurance evolution

Deloitte ‘A demanding future’ report predicts that four trends will define insurance in 2020: the customer, ‘a new roadmap’, partnerships...

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Corporate News 31 January 2020

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5 ways Santam helps intermediaries get CPD savvy

Recently, the Financial Services Conduct Authority (FSCA) released amendments to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours.

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Corporate News 22 November 2019

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Santam recognised as top employer in SA award for the 4th year running

Santam has been officially recognised by the Top Employers Institute as a Top Employer 2020 for excellence in employee conditions.

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Corporate News 18 November 2019

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Santam launches first SA short-term insurance barometer

A study by Santam, the country’s largest short-term insurer, has revealed the majority of corporates and consumers polled in a landmark...

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Corporate News 30 October 2019

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13 young artists win 56th annual art competition

Santam’s Child Art Project is honoured to announce the creative winners of its 56th annual art competition.

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Corporate News 08 October 2019

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Santam partners with SA-born Hollywood actress in new ad campaign

Santam, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, has partnered with Lesley-Ann Brandt, Hollywood-based, South African-born actress...

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Corporate News 06 June 2019

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Knysna Fires of 2017: Santam releases independent disaster report

An in-depth authoritative and independent report, commissioned by short-term insurer Santam ,into the devastating fires that struck...

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Corporate News 03 May 2019

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Good corporate governance is a way of life for SAMBRA winner

At no point in corporate history have ethics and good corporate governance been more important. With the online marketplace operating...

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Corporate News 26 April 2019

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Santam donates R1, 2 million for KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape flood relief efforts

Santam, South Africa’s largest general insurer, has donated R1, 2 million towards relief efforts, following the devastating floods...

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Corporate News 18 April 2019

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Santam gives hope to drought stricken Sutherland community

The ongoing drought in Sutherland in the Northern Cape has caused a devastating decline in the sheep breeding population and placed...

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Corporate News 14 March 2019

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Globalisation 4.0: time to look ahead and proactively anticipate risks

By Lizé Lambrechts, CEO Santam - The Fourth Industrial Revolution age is beginning to shape how businesses function and leaders need...

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Corporate News 28 February 2019

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Santam posts solid 2018 annual results

Santam - South Africa’s largest general insurer – has once again delivered strong annual results that show a solid 9.2% underwriting...

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Corporate News 25 January 2019

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Corporate News: Santam to list on A2X exchange

Santam Limited (Share code: SNT), South Africa’s largest general insurer, will effect a secondary listing of its shares, on the A2X...

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Investor News

Investor News 29 February 2024

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Santam records resilient performance for 2023 financial year

Santam recorded a resilient financial performance for the twelve months to 31 December 2023, with the group’s conventional insurance...

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Investor News 31 August 2023

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Santam posts solid performance for first half of 2023

Santam recorded an overall solid financial performance for the six months to 30 June 2023, with the group’s conventional insurance...

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Investor News 02 March 2023

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Santam delivers strong gross written premium growth and resilient net insurance results

Santam, has achieved Gross Written Premium (GWP) growth of 8% (2021: 5%) for the group’s conventional insurance business and a net...

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Investor News 01 February 2023

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Santam appoints Gugu Mtetwa as Executive Head of Strategy and Investor Relations

Santam, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, has appointed Gugu Mtetwa as the company’s Executive Head of Strategy and Investor...

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Investor News 01 September 2022

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Santam pays unprecedented R14.2bn in first half claims

Following one of the most challenging underwriting periods in the company’s history, Santam announced an acceptable set of results.

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Investor News 03 March 2022

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Santam pays record claims of R24.5 billion

Santam, South Africa’s largest short-term insurance group, has reported strong operating results for the financial year ended 31 December...

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Investor News 01 December 2021

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Santam announces appointment of Group Chief Executive Officer

The Board of Directors of Santam Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Tavaziva (‘Tava’) Madzinga to succeed Lizé Lambrechts...

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Investor News 07 October 2021

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Santam accepts SCA decision on business interruption and aims to finalise remaining CBI claims as quickly as possible

Santam is pleased that a judgment handed down today by the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has brought legal clarity and finality on...

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Investor News 02 September 2021

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Santam achieves solid first-half performance

Santam has reported solid operating results for the first six months of the 2021 financial year, with the group’s conventional insurance...

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Investor News 01 September 2021

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Santam declares support for the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures

Santam joins more than 1,800 organizations in demonstrating a commitment to building a more resilient financial system and safeguarding...

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Investor News 04 March 2021

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Covid-19 impacts Santam group 2020 performance

Santam, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, today reported acceptable operating results for 2020 under very difficult economic...

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Investor News 25 January 2021

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Santam extends contingent business interruption claims settlement process to all commercial policies

Santam announced today that it will settle valid claims for all commercial policies with contingent business interruption (CBI) extensions...

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Investor News 04 January 2021

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Santam commences assessment process for settlement of business interruption claims impacted by recent judgments

Santam announced today that it will commence the process for assessing claims for policies with contingent business interruption (CBI)...

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Investor News 20 November 2020

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Santam to appeal business interruption judgment

After careful consideration and engagement with key stakeholders, Santam has decided to apply for leave to appeal the judgment of the...

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Investor News 18 November 2020

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Santam responds to Cape high court judgment

Santam has taken note of the judgment delivered on Tuesday 17 November by the Cape High Court in the matter between the company and...

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Investor News 03 September 2020

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Tough conditions impact Santam’s half-year results

Santam, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, has despite a severely constrained economic environment achieved solid operational...

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Investor News 05 March 2020

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Santam maintains solid performance in low growth environment

Santam reported solid operational results for 2019, despite the country’s low economic growth and a year-on-year increase in catastrophes...

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Investor News 07 February 2020

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Santam partners with InsurTech company JaSure

Santam has invested and partnered with on-demand insurance technology (Insurtech) company JaSure.

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Investor News 29 August 2019

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Santam posts solid half-year results

Santam – South Africa’s largest short-term insurer – has reported solid operational results for the six-month period ended 30 June...

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Investor News 25 January 2019

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Santam to list on A2X exchange

South Africa’s largest general insurer, will effect a secondary listing of its shares, on the A2X Markets exchange. Its shares will...

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Personal Lines

Personal Lines 26 September 2024

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Why insurance is essential for young South Africans

Young individuals, who are in the process of accumulating wealth and typically do not have substantial savings, especially for unexpected...

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Personal Lines 17 July 2024

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Protect yourself from balloon payment woes

The impact of balloon payments on your finances in case of an insurance-related incident like an accident.

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Personal Lines 13 June 2024

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Young, wild - but "not so free" if something goes wrong

Why young South Africans also need insurance

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Personal Lines 04 June 2024

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World Environment Day: How the loadshedding crisis accelerates the Green Transition

The risk-related factors to consider when investing in solar power systems.

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Personal Lines 03 June 2024

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Insurance Crime Bureau alerts of a scam targeting the industry

The Insurance Crime Bureau (ICB), an organisation established to fight fraud in the industry, has recently warned about a concerning...

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Personal Lines 22 April 2024

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The impact of solar installations

We have witnessed and experienced the impact of loadshedding in our day to day lives. The frequent loadshedding has resulted in around...

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Personal Lines 08 April 2024

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Santam confirms it is dealing with multiple claims from western cape weather damage

Santam, South Africa’s largest short-term insurer, confirms that the over the past 48 hours the company has been dealing with multiple...

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Personal Lines 27 March 2024

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Stay vigilant this year, as Easter road travel danger increases

While the post-COVID rebound in Easter weekend travel is encouraging for the economy, the volume of traffic on the road demands extra...

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Personal Lines 14 February 2024

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Love is in the air, but what does it mean for your short-term insurance?

The latest census data revealed a long-term trend of a decrease in both marriages as well as co-habiting couples. But for many South...

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Personal Lines 22 January 2024

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Saving on Insurance - What you need to know

January often brings with it a financial sobering known as "Janu-worry". Most consumers struggle to make ends meet due to festive overspending,...

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Personal Lines 14 November 2023

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Santam confirms weather damage to parts of Johannesburg

Santam wishes to confirm that the insurer has received reports of damage to policyholders in areas such as the Johannesburg CBD, Sandton,...

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Personal Lines 14 August 2023

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Risk prevention vital to avoid hijackings amid rising crime rates

Vehicle theft and hijacking are on the rise in South Africa. According to South African crime statistics, 5,119 cars were hijacked...

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Personal Lines 10 August 2023

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Getting ahead of the next water outage | Tips to protect your geyser

An outage can cause extensive damage to certain types of geysers, and consumers should be aware of steps that can be taken to reduce...

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Personal Lines 06 July 2023

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Times are tough – but culling your insurance won’t help you save in the long run

Tips to get better value from your insurance premiums this Savings Month

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Personal Lines 09 May 2023

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Extreme weather and your insurance - here’s what you need to know ahead of winter

With winter fast approaching, and weather patterns suggesting it is going to be a harsh season, Attie Blaauw, Head of Personal Lines...

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Personal Lines 03 April 2023

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How to stay safe on the road this Easter

The Easter weekend is approaching, which means many South Africans will be hitting the roads to see family or go somewhere scenic with...

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Personal Lines 01 February 2023

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How the insurance industry is providing risk mitigation for South Africans during load shedding

Eskom board chairperson Mpho Makwana’s recent announcement detailing Eskom’s plans to implement permanent stage 2 and stage 3 load...

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Personal Lines 11 January 2023

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These trends will shape South Africa’s insurance industry in 2023

South Africa faced several challenges in 2022, including climate-change-related weather disasters, load-shedding, and a rise in cyber-attacks...

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Personal Lines 02 January 2023

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Insure you save more with these policy-prepping tips for 2023

Managing one’s finances and finding ways to cut unnecessary expenditure has never been more important and quite often we forget to...

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Personal Lines 24 October 2022

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Santam advises KZN and Mpumalanga residents on severe weather warning

Santam, South Africa’s largest general insurer, has cautioned Johannesburg, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) and Mpumalanga residents to be careful...

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Personal Lines 12 October 2022

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Santam cautions Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal residents to take necessary precautions in anticipation of summer hailstorm season

Santam, has advised residents in the hailstorm ‘hot spots’ of Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal to take the necessary precautions in anticipation...

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Personal Lines 11 October 2022

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Proper maintenance of assets critical for good insurance claims experience

A thorough understanding of what is covered under your home and car insurance policy, combined with regular and proper maintenance...

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Personal Lines 22 September 2022

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Santam answers questions on the impact of load shedding on insurance

South Africans were subjected to an unexpected escalation in load shedding to level 6 earlier in the week, resulting in warnings that...

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Personal Lines 20 September 2022

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Santam supports firefighting efforts in Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality

Santam, South Africa’s largest general insurer, handed over firefighting equipment to the Mangaung Metro Fire Services on 16 September...

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Personal Lines 18 August 2022

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Santam advises Cape Town residents on severe weather conditions

Santam, has cautioned Western Cape residents to be careful and to exercise extreme vigilance in the wake of heavy rain expected over...

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Personal Lines 22 July 2022

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Santam warns of global supply-chain delays impacting insurance claims

Santam, has warned that clients could, over the next couple of weeks, and possibly months, experience delays in the repair of damaged...

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Personal Lines 29 June 2022

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South Africans to take necessary precautions in protecting their property

South Africa’s power utility Eskom has announced stage 6 of rotational load shedding which has been taking place since Tuesday evening,...

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Personal Lines 23 May 2022

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Massive fuel price increase ahead: carpooling may be the remedy to deal with rising costs

With a massive increase expected to take fuel prices beyond R23 per litre this June, drivers must once again tighten their belts.

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Personal Lines 21 April 2022

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Santam partners with Motus to provide motor warranty services to clients

Santam, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Motus Mobility Solutions that ensures that the company’s insurance clients...

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Personal Lines 31 March 2022

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With outages expected every third day, is it time to get gas?

Santam has urged households to prioritise safety considerations of gas appliances, as many homes look for alternatives as means of...

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Personal Lines 26 February 2022

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New homeowner? Guide to home insurance for new homeowners

5 Essential checks before you buy your home

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Personal Lines 30 November 2021

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Fuel price hike: carpooling to deal with rising costs – check your insurance to see if you are covered

With the increase in the fuel price now breaking through R20 a litre, and with peak time traffic being a nightmare, it makes sense...

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Personal Lines 22 November 2021

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Santam ready to assist clients affected by Southern Cape floods

Santam is ready to assist clients affected by severe flash floods in the Southern Cape.

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Personal Lines 10 November 2021

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Do your part to prepare for the summer fire season amid increasing global destructive wildfires

Fire is a very real and present risk at this time of year. Residents need to be alert to the dangers fire poses to properties and possessions...

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Personal Lines 29 October 2021

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Young Money Is All About Securing the Bag(s)

Karen Muuren Head: Segment Solutions at Santam says “At the end of the day we all understand the realities of living in South Africa.

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Personal Lines 03 September 2021

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What were South Africans most common building-related claims in 2020?

The primary cause for home insurance complaints during 2020 was the rejection of claims.

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Personal Lines 31 August 2021

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6 ways to maintain your car — and save big on insurance

Advice to keep your trusty steed in tip-top shape — as well as how to reduce your car insurance premiums for the foreseeable future.

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Personal Lines 27 July 2021

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Five ways to ensure you are adequately insured at the right price

After over a year of lockdowns, many South Africans have vastly changed circumstances. Managing one’s finances and finding ways to...

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Personal Lines 22 July 2021

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How to make sure you get the most affordable vehicle insurance deal

Some people believe that vehicle insurance is beyond their financial reach. The good news? There are affordable vehicle insurance solutions...

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Personal Lines 31 May 2021

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Load shedding: 9 Ways to protect your property

South Africans to take necessary precautions in protecting their property

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Personal Lines 25 May 2021

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Time to switch it up?

After a year of lockdowns, a lot of South Africans have vastly changed circumstances.

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Personal Lines 05 May 2021

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Santam advises Cape Town residents on severe weather warning

Santam has offered the following tips to motorists and homeowners ahead of the expected heavy rains this week.

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Personal Lines 19 April 2021

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Fire alert still high in the Western Cape

The Western Cape experiences a higher than normal fire risk between December and April each year, and exceedingly high temperatures...

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Personal Lines 26 March 2021

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Road trip safety tips this Easter

With international travel not really possible, South Africans have to opt for domestic travel. This trend is likely to continue, and...

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Personal Lines 24 March 2021

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What you need to know about the looming AARTO Act

The long-awaited driver demerit system is likely to come into effect this year.

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Personal Lines 11 March 2021

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The moving ins and outs of insurance for co-habiting

The economic downturn over the past year, coupled with the need to reduce expenses, has seen a rise in vacant properties across South...

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Personal Lines 09 March 2021

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Wet weather set to hit Cape Town by Wednesday

4 Tips on what to do if your house or vehicle is affected or damaged

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Personal Lines 08 February 2021

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6 Things to consider after receiving that valentine’s gift

February is known as the month of love and, even in a pandemic year, billions of rands are expected to be spent on Valentine’s Day...

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Personal Lines 11 January 2021

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4 Tips to save money on your insurance this year

Did you recently make any personal changes like moving in with your partner or made some adjustments to your property.

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Personal Lines 08 December 2020

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Understanding the excess linked to your insurance

When signing up for short-term insurance products, one of the first aspects to consider is whether or not you have to pay an excess...

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Personal Lines 11 November 2020

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5 ways to reduce your vehicle insurance premiums

Good news is that, with many people now working from home and commuting less, you may be able to negotiate a better rate on car insurance.

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Personal Lines 29 October 2020

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Road safety is everyone’s business

As we near the end of National Transport Month this October, statistics from the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) paint a...

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Personal Lines 02 October 2020

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Hail season survival guide

Summertime is commonly associated with hail season in the northern parts of South Africa, and short-term insurer, Santam confirmed...

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Personal Lines 09 September 2020

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Accident? Don’t panic – here’s all you need to know

Getting into a motor vehicle accident can be nerve-wracking. In the heat of the moment, you could panic or forget simple details.

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Personal Lines 21 May 2020

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4 Top post-lockdown vehicle safety tips as claims increase significantly

Santam has reported a significant increase in daily vehicle related claims for the month of May so far, although still below a normal...

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Personal Lines 16 January 2020

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Make sure your student child’s valuable are adequately insured before moving to campus

Your student child will soon be heading back to or starting at their various campuses and like many University and College students,...

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Personal Lines 03 December 2019

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Hiring a house sitter this December? Here’s how to make it a successful arrangement

Some important things to consider when entrusting your home to someone else.

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Personal Lines 21 November 2019

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Your hail season survival guide

Summertime is historically hail season in the northern parts of South Africa.

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Personal Lines 21 October 2019

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Understanding the misconceptions of vehicle insurance

Does picking a red vehicle mean you have a higher risk of an accident? And will this influence your insurance premium?

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Personal Lines 07 August 2019

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Beware of fraudulent e-mail, sms and WhatsApp scams

Criminal syndicates are looking to exploit clients and intermediaries into transferring funds into their accounts by leveraging Santam’s...

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Personal Lines 01 April 2019

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With bicycles being the same value as cars, here are top tips on how to insure them

Did you know one of the world’s most expensive bikes – the Pinarello K10S favoured by cycling sensation Chris Froome – currently costs...

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Personal Lines 23 March 2019

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5 things to consider after receiving that Valentine’s gift

Valentine’s Day is one of the most commercialised days on the global calendar. Each year billions of rands are spent on expensive gifts...

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Personal Lines 20 February 2019

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Budget Speech 2019: Santam shares 13 financial hacks

In response to the highly anticipated 2019 Budget Speech, Santam, South Africa’s largest general insurer, encourages consumers to take...

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Personal Lines 23 January 2019

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Personal Insurance: Spring clean your insurance: our top tips

Did you recently get married? Move in with your partner? Or maybe you made some adjustments to your property. Every year, our lives...

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Personal Lines 16 January 2019

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Santam selects Guidewire solution for claims management

South African insurer extends Guidewire relationship to enhance claims processing efficiency, reduce IT TCO, and leverage marketplace...

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Specialist Business

Specialist Business 20 May 2024

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Booming renewable energy market driving need for better risk management in local construction

South Africa’s renewable energy market is booming. With a growing number of projects planned and in progress, there is an increasing...

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Specialist Business 11 August 2023

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Unique Business Interruption policy covers corporates' future pandemic losses

Through its alliance with Munich Re and its AA-rated security with New Reinsurance Company Ltd (NewRe), Emerald is now launching a...

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Specialist Business 23 March 2023

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Clients should conclude and read contracts

Most retail companies may enter into service level agreements (SLAs) with external parties such as cleaning companies, security companies...

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Specialist Business 13 March 2023

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Here’s how SA fleet operators can promote safer truck driving behaviour in 2023

On 6 March, a truck ploughed into morning traffic and caused an accident involving multiple vehicles on the M41 in Umhlanga, Durban...

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Specialist Business 19 January 2023

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Professional Indemnity Risks in SA are Skyrocketing

Professional indemnity risks in SA are skyrocketing – how can companies prepare?

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Specialist Business 12 October 2022

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Santam and RTMC embark on a road safety campaign

To mark October National Transport Month, the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) in collaboration with Santam, South Africa’s...

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Specialist Business 20 September 2022

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Formal risk management processes have become a ‘non-negotiable’ for South African corporates

The most recent (Q4 2021) statistics presented by the South African Police Service put commercial crime under the spotlight, with a...

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Specialist Business 05 September 2022

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Getting real about sectional title insurance

With so many stakeholders involved, ownership of issues can get ‘blurry’, which may cause tension between trustees, owners and occupants...

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Specialist Business 12 July 2022

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Constructing the future of engineering insurance

Mirabilis has provided engineering reinsurance on the African continent since 2006, and globally since 2014.

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Specialist Business 26 April 2022

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How to protect your cargo against risk

It may be that the maxim ‘cargo at rest, is cargo at risk’ is still applicable but in the current environment even cargo in transit...

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Specialist Business 12 November 2021

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Specialist insurance in SA and the changing role of the intermediary

With the unprecedented and catastrophic impact of the global Covid-19 pandemic on societies and economies the world over, it seems...

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Specialist Business 08 October 2021

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Delivering essential goods safely and responsibly

The health and safety of truck drivers now more important than ever before

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Specialist Business 13 August 2021

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Challenges facing the heavy haulage industry

Supporting effective developments and innovations in the road transport industry eases the cost burden on our road freight transporters,...

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Specialist Business 11 June 2021

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A smart geyser that tells you when it’s fit to burst

It turns out geyser-related issues cause some of the country’s most common household insurance claims, this is according to Santam...

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Specialist Business 02 June 2021

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Drones are a big part of our future

And essential assets to protect

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Specialist Business 05 May 2021

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Santam Aviation: an aircraft’s essential aide-de-camp

In finding more reasons to pay claims than not, Santam Aviation is hand-holding its clients through changing times as the sector limps...

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Specialist Business 24 April 2021

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Fueling the expansion of engineering insurance in Africa

Mirabilis is ready and equipped to respond to the insurance needs of Africa’s construction and engineering sector.

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Specialist Business 14 May 2019

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How to protect an estate from going up in smoke

Runaway fires wreak havoc and can have crippling financial ramifications. Fire damage to residential and commercial estates is proving...

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Specialist Business 23 April 2019

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We need to take better care of our truck drivers

In 2017, the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) reported 1270 fatalities linked to trucks. Despite making up just 0.36% of...

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Specialist Business 22 March 2019

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Integrated real estate development insurance

Santam has introduced a seamless insurance solution that’s receiving enthusiastic support from developers and development financiers...

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Specialist Business 22 February 2019

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Insurance considerations in high-value estates

Estate living has become very popular in our country, but homeowners in these environments need to heed location-specific risks. Karl...

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