Employee Benefits / General

60% drop in disability claims could mean an impending bottleneck

Many employees rely on their employer's group insurance benefits for financial protection

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of employee benefits in a big way. FAnews received the press release below putting employer group insurance into perspective.

The Fourth Industrial Revolution heralds a new era for employee benefits

In the 2020 Budget, Finance Minister Tito Mboweni announced constructive measures to prepare tomorrow’s workforce for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This is part of the Government’s plan to use the Fourth Industrial Revolution to help address pressing problems, like unemployment and poverty.

What is Group Gap Cover and why does my company need it?

When it comes to attracting top talent, employers often offer a number of perks or benefits, including provident funds and Medical Aid. However, in today’s economy, medical treatments often involve medical expense shortfalls, even with medical scheme cover.