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Assisted suicide: are there implications for life cover?

23 September 2015 | General

The assisted suicide debate was elevated in the news earlier this year when Robin Stransham-Ford – a terminally ill cancer patient – won a ruling in the Pretoria High Court in which he was granted permission to take his own life with the aid of a doctor. The ruling stated that the doctor who would assist Stransham-Ford would not be criminally charged for the act. Ironically, Stransham-Ford passed away hours before the ruling on 30 April 2015.

Sluggish economy not impacting consumer demand for funeral insurance

21 September 2015 | Funeral Cover

South Africa’s sluggish economy is not negatively impacting consumer demand for funeral insurance.

Common mistakes to avoid when drafting a will

16 September 2015 | Estates & Wills

Preparing a will is often something we avoid. We don’t want to dwell on our mortality, but estate planning is a vital part of a good financial plan. And, once you have spent time and effort in crafting a valid will, it’s easy to amend it as your circumstances change.

What does heart disease mean for your insurance?

15 September 2015 | General

In the past, heart disease has mainly affected men and older people but current insurance claims trends show that this is no longer the case. Although the risk of heart disease is still higher for men, the risk for women is increasing.

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If you had to hazard a guess, when do you reckon the COFI Bill will be signed into law?

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2026, as promised 2027 looks more likely Impossible to say More consultation needed

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