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Rising truck hijacking statistics remain a major concern

Rising truck hijacking statistics remain a major concern

04 July 2016

Truck hijackings remain a great cause of concern for the transport industry. Criminals have become so sophisticated that they are using signal jammers, diversion tactics, infiltration teams and even planted employees to reach the truck’s assets. They have also become more professional in terms of the tactics they employ to commit the crime.

Insuring a home move

Insuring a home move

04 July 2016

The state of South Africa’s economy and high unemployment are stumbling blocks for young adults keen to spread their wings and move into their own places.

Business insurance tips for small companies

Business insurance tips for small companies

29 June 2016

Although silly mistakes may be made on a daily basis in most organisations, businesses can still face huge financial losses should small errors or accidents occur. This is especially true for small businesses where the defence costs and liability pay-outs from a seemingly small mistake or accident can cripple a business.

Solar panels – On or off the grid cover for farmers

Solar panels – On or off the grid cover for farmers

28 June 2016

Farmers taking a beating from the African sun can now find some relief when it comes to insurance cover for solar panels installed on their properties. To assist farmers wanting to pursue and secure independent power sourcing options, leading insurer Santam, now offers extended cover for solar panel installations under their general agriculture policy. Solar panels can be installed to generate power for farm equipment or machinery such as windmills and water pumps. They can also be an additional source of power for the main farm buildings for instance for heat generation. Whatever their use, solar panels are expensive and are susceptible to theft and weather damage and should be insured accordingly.

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South Africans urged to review travel insurance before holidaying abroad

South Africans urged to review travel insurance before holidaying abroad

23 June 2016
Roadside assistance services vital ahead of school holiday travel

Roadside assistance services vital ahead of school holiday travel

20 June 2016
Short term insurers have happier customers: OutSurance customer satisfaction slides

Short term insurers have happier customers: OutSurance customer satisfaction slides

09 June 2016
Handbag insurance – For what it’s worth

Handbag insurance – For what it’s worth

08 June 2016
Welcome to the future

Welcome to the future

06 June 2016
Connected industries highly vulnerable to cyber-attacks and liability risks

Connected industries highly vulnerable to cyber-attacks and liability risks

01 June 2016
Personal Accident cover critical for increasingly active individuals

Personal Accident cover critical for increasingly active individuals

26 May 2016
Small business’ guide to professional indemnity insurance

Small business’ guide to professional indemnity insurance

24 May 2016