Non-life / General

Navigating the costs and risks of a SARS’ tax audit

Santam answers questions on the impact of load shedding on insurance

South Africans were subjected to an unexpected escalation in load shedding to level 6 earlier in the week, resulting in warnings that the country could be subjected to an even stricter electricity reduction protocol.

Insuring your off-grid assets

With the ever-present threat of last-minute load shedding, more South Africans are turning to various ‘off-grid’ solutions to limit the disruption to daily life. Major retailers have reported spikes in generator and inverter sales, while solar companies have been busier than ever with installations as people look to keep their homes running during power shortages.

Claiming insurance for damages associated with environmental factors

Recent extreme weather, including sustained torrential rains in many parts of the country, has left a trail of devastation. Besides the loss of human life and agricultural produce, the severe weather has worsened the fragile infrastructure of our roads.