Company News & Results

Ecsponent concludes IPO in respect of R10 billion Domestic Medium Term Note Programme

JSE-listed African financial services group Ecsponent Limited (JSE:ECS) today announced that it has successfully concluded its Initial Public Offer (IPO) in respect of its R10 billion Domestic Medium Term Note Programme (DMTN Programme).

Mr. Mark Tucker to succeed Mr. Monty Hilkowitz as Chairperson of the Board of Discovery

Mr. Hilkowitz, Chairperson and independent non-executive Director, has informed the Board that he has decided to retire, effective 28 February 2019.

Sanlam reports significant strategic progress in 10-month operational update

Sanlam announced that it made significant strategic progress in the 10 months to 31 October 2018, while at the same time achieving a satisfactory operational performance. This demonstrates the Group’s ability to deliver shareholder value under challenging conditions while executing future growth strategies.

Earlier diagnosis of disease and better public health policies can drive further gains in future life expectancy, Swiss Re sigma says