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2015 World Cups highlight inadequacy of sportsperson’s insurance in SA

12 February 2015 | General

With major sporting events such as the IRB Rugby World Cup and the ICC Cricket World Cup set to take place in 2015, it can be expected that some players may become injured while performing their chosen sport. This risk was recently highlighted when Springbok captain, Jean De Villiers, suffered a horror knee injury in the final Test of the season against Wales, putting his participation at this year’s IRB Rugby World Cup in doubt.

New bill poses increased tighter laws for driving under the influence

10 February 2015 | Motor

Recent reports of on-going traffic accidents and carnage on South African roads has caused alarm and serious concern. This has exposed a number of issues, one of which is alcohol abuse and driving. As a result, a new bill focussing on a total and complete ban of any amount of drinking and driving has been outlined in the Draft National Road Traffic Amendment Bill, which was gazetted last week for public comment.

Protect your loved ones with bond life cover

04 February 2015 | General

Consumers often feel the pinch when purchasing a home and the thought of having additional bond life cover may be seen as an unnecessary expense. But, to protect our loved ones, we need to make sure our assets are safeguarded from any unforeseen circumstances, such as having to outlay cash for something unplanned, or in the event of our passing.

Proper insurance cover essential for children sent to university

04 February 2015 | General

As the holidays finally end for many school leavers and preparations for entering university begin, parents have been advised to ensure that the belongings being used by their children while at university are properly protected by their insurance cover.

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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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