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The debate: Can loss assessors and insurance brokers be independent

20 April 2012

The debate rages on and is not likely to be settled anytime soon. Can a loss assessor who is appointed and paid by an insurer be truly independent? Is his report impartial or is it influenced by the party who controls the pay cheque? If indeed the pay

Farmers encouraged to proactively manage crops to protect rooibos industry

18 April 2012

In an industry that boasts a R600 million turnover, and exports that have quadrupled over the past decade, it is not surprising that rooibos farmers of the Western Cape wonder if this growth can be sustained or if the threat of climate change is a valid c

100th Anniversary of Titanic highlights financial implications for SA marine industry players

13 April 2012

April 14 – 15 marks the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the R.M.S.Titanic, one of the most ironic maritime disasters in history. The commemoration of the sinking of “the unsinkable”, is a harsh reminder that nothing is totally protected.

Think like a criminal to make your home less of a target

11 April 2012

A barking dog, changing your daily routine and the presence of closed-circuit TV (CCTV) could make your home a less attractive target to criminals.

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Cutting through the insurance claims clutter

10 April 2012

Increase in personal lines claims in SA over the last quarter of 2011

10 April 2012

Direct model trumps traditional insurer profits

02 April 2012

R1m cash theft highlights importance of storing valuables in safes

29 March 2012

Demand for D&O liability cover takes off as environment for litigation heats up

28 March 2012

Ten questions to help avoid insurance surprises

06 March 2012

Changing landscape of the South African Short Term Insurance Market

29 February 2012

Simple home maintenance tips may prevent insurance repudiations

28 February 2012

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