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The independence illusion: Who will protect your financial wellbeing when you can't?

20 July 2026

Many young South Africans believe that financial protection is something you only need once you have children or other dependents. If nobody relies on you financially, the thinking goes, there is little worth protecting.

Old Mutual Pays Out R14.6 billion in Claims as It Nears R100 Billion Milestone

02 July 2026

In 2025, Old Mutual demonstrated its commitment to supporting policyholders during life-changing events by paying out R14.6 billion in claims.

Why young people should consider life cover before they have any ‘wealth’ to protect

23 June 2026

For many young adults, life insurance feels like something to consider later, once they’ve built wealth, started a family, or accumulated assets worth protecting.

Too young for life insurance cover? The data suggests otherwise

23 June 2026

Discovery Life claims data shows that serious illness and disability can affect young adults far earlier than many people expect. Over the last five years, Discovery Life paid R378 million in claims to clients under 30.

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