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Legal representation gains prominence as the South African consumer sees value in mediation

03 June 2013 | Features / Profiles

In addition to having one of the most diversified insurance industries in the world, the South African legal landscape is complex and has many laws which stringently govern certain aspects of society. Because the majority of the South African population belong to the middle class, access to professional legal advice is limited which has seen the need for legal advice to be offered on a similar basis to short term insurance.

Wayne Abrahams brings international experience to the table as new MD of AIG (SA)

03 June 2013 | Features / Profiles

The South African insurance industry is currently experiencing a lot of change. There are new laws which are being implemented as well as the looming implementation of Retail Distribution Review which will no doubt have a significant impact on the industry.

New alliance provides innovative product to established market

03 June 2013 | Features / Profiles

Although it is something none of us like to think about, we may, through an accident or illness, be placed in the position of no longer being able to work permanently, temporarily or in the same line of work and support ourselves or our loved ones. Financial products have long been aimed at providing financial assistance but unfortunately that is only a fraction of the challenges that need to be addressed in the time following the life changing event or occurrence.

Luring fresh talent

03 June 2013 | Features / Profiles

In the South African modern society, the insurer plays an important role in ensuring that members of the public are adequately covered for the unforeseen events which can cause damage and loss of property. The role of the broker in this instance is an important one as they form the link between the public and product. It is vital that these people are passionate and knowledgeable enough about the industry in order to offer the best solution to the public.

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Outsourcing’s role in SA insurance industry : important despite challenges

03 June 2013 | Features / Profiles

Changing landscape forces brokers to reassess strategic implementation

03 June 2013 | Features / Profiles

The calm before the storm: Financial services professionals in limbo as regulator drags its heels

03 June 2013 | Features / Profiles

Beneficiary Funds – Promoting a savings mindset

01 April 2013 | Employee Benefits

Intermediaries to the rescue

01 April 2013 | Employee Benefits

Breaking the mould in employee benefits

01 April 2013 | Employee Benefits

Umbrella funds lead the way in meeting key objectives

01 April 2013 | Employee Benefits

The snorting of the SSR Bull

01 April 2013 | Employee Benefits

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Legal representation gains prominence as the South African consumer sees value in mediation

Wayne Abrahams brings international experience to the table as new MD of AIG (SA)

New alliance provides innovative product to established market

Luring fresh talent

Outsourcing’s role in SA insurance industry : important despite challenges

Changing landscape forces brokers to reassess strategic implementation

The calm before the storm: Financial services professionals in limbo as regulator drags its heels

Beneficiary Funds – Promoting a savings mindset

Intermediaries to the rescue

Breaking the mould in employee benefits

Umbrella funds lead the way in meeting key objectives

The snorting of the SSR Bull