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Industry readiness is a moot point

13 August 2019

After many years of deliberation, the Department of Health released the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill on 8 August. If government has its way, the Bill will be implemented as soon as possible with 2026 the most recent date provided for possible full implementation. The Bill has been met with mixed reaction and has split the country down definite lines. Many have voiced their support for the system while others have questioned whether the NHI is the best fit to replace the current healthcare system. It seems as if the country’s readiness for the NHI is a moot point within political circles.

Another win for advisers

29 July 2019

Industry research shows that 80% of South Africans cannot afford to suffer a financial setback of just R10 000. This is a shocking reality considering the excess payment required on some short-term claims is as great as this. Another thought to consider, what happens to South Africans if they are injured or critically ill and cannot go to work for a sustained period of time? The potential loss of income will most probably be much higher than R10 000.

There is value in the intermediated model

09 July 2019

Over the years, MythBusters has not only provided hours of entertainment, it also debunked some of the most common myths that the world has ever seen. The educational value of this cannot be understated. It improves our understanding and changes our perception towards what the myth was and what the reality is. Millennials have been described as the most financially empowered generation in existence. They know what they want and are very vocal about what they are looking for from a consumer’s perspective.

A fresh approach

20 June 2019

Take all that you thought you knew about an effective retirement model…put it in a box…and pack it away. The South African financial services industry needs to be innovative when it comes to solving the retirement savings challenge within the South African context.

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Would you willingly give up your medical scheme membership under a fully implemented NHI?

Answer

No, never Not with state delivery The NHI is too unclear Yes, absolutely Willingly. What?

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Forward thinking

29 May 2019

Complacency is not your friend

20 May 2019

“Is the insurance industry doing enough?”

30 April 2019

Clients are desperate for value

10 April 2019

Consider this when engaging with clients

06 March 2019

How do risk managers lead change

28 February 2019

A goal is a dream without a plan

26 February 2019

Lights, camera, action…The Insurance Apprentice takes five

22 January 2019

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