Keagan Sloman, Head of Product and Commercial at The Unlimited, says most rejected motor warranty claims stem from misunderstandings around cover terms, servicing requirements and claims processes, highlighting the importance of clear policy understanding and proactive vehicle maintenance to ensure valid claims are paid.
Luke Morawitz, Country Manager of Allianz Trade South Africa, says rising geopolitical tensions and higher global cost pressures are increasing insolvency risks for businesses, making cash-flow resilience and stronger credit risk management more important than ever.
Mpumi Tyikwe, CEO of Sasria, says the insurer’s strong financial recovery and capital growth position it to expand its mandate, strengthen resilience, and better address emerging risks such as climate-related events and socio-economic shocks.
Allianz Trade has appointed Luke Morawitz as Country Manager for South Africa, effective 1 February 2026, while he retains his role as Head of Credit. A 14-year veteran of the business, Morawitz succeeds into the leadership role reporting to Luca Burrafato, Head of MMEA.
The Allianz Risk Barometer 2026 highlights cyber incidents as the top global risk for a fifth year, with AI surging to second place amid rapid adoption, while geopolitical tensions, regulation, and business interruption continue reshaping the global risk landscape.
Gerard Abrahamse, General Manager at ASI Property, says the long-term sustainability of South Africa’s community schemes depends on stronger financial discipline, proactive levy collection and professional management to prevent rising arrears, deferred maintenance and declining property values.
Elelwani Ravele, Advisory Partner at Citadel, says long-term financial success depends more on disciplined behaviour and structured wealth management than on market movements, urging South Africans to manage their personal finances with the same strategy, governance and consistency as a successful business
Desiree Raghubir, Associate Director and Certified Financial Planner® at BDO Wealth, says South African families should regularly review trust structures as beneficiaries emigrate, since changing tax residency rules can create unintended tax, compliance and legacy-planning consequences.
Thomas Berry, Head of Sales at PSG Wealth, says financial resilience is driven less by income and more by mindset, habits and emotional awareness, with confidence around money built gradually through consistent financial decisions and a sense of control.
Johan Minnie, CEO of Consult by Momentum, says investors should avoid emotional reactions during periods of market volatility, emphasising that disciplined long-term investing, diversification and staying invested through geopolitical uncertainty remain the most effective strategies for building wealth.
Izak Odendaal, Investment Strategist at Old Mutual Wealth, says the Middle East energy shock has reignited inflation fears and driven bond market volatility, but diversified long-term investment strategies remain essential as markets continue to balance geopolitical uncertainty, central bank credibility and rising global debt pressures.
Duncan Lamont, Head of Strategic Research at Schroders, says while global equity markets remain supported by strong earnings growth, increasing concentration in AI-linked technology stocks, particularly in emerging markets, is making diversification and selective value investing increasingly important for managing portfolio risk.
Daniel Malan, Founder and CIO of Perspective Investment Management, says long-term shareholder returns ultimately reflect the underlying quality and economics of a business, with companies in the same sector often delivering vastly different outcomes depending on their ability to grow profits and generate sustainable returns on capital.
Keagan Sloman, Head of Product and Commercial at The Unlimited, says most rejected motor warranty claims stem from misunderstandings around cover terms, servicing requirements and claims processes, highlighting the importance of clear policy understanding and proactive vehicle maintenance to ensure valid claims are paid.
Jay Malatji, Provincial General Manager at Metropolitan, warns consumers against allowing insurance policies to lapse during financial hardship, urging them instead to explore options such as reduced cover, payment deferrals, premium skips or paid-up policies to avoid losing vital financial protection and restarting waiting periods.
CN&CO has launched The Insurance Conference 2026, a new CPD-accredited two-day insurance industry event taking place on 20–21 August 2026 at Plaisir Wine Estate in the Cape Winelands, aimed at fostering meaningful industry conversations, networking and collaboration through conference sessions, gala events and experiential activities.
Kobus Groenewald, Consultant at GIB Insurance Brokers, warns that as rising fuel costs drive more South African businesses to store fuel on-site, they must ensure proper disclosure, compliance and risk management practices are in place to avoid safety failures and potential insurance complications.
Rishai Neerachand, Executive Head of Business Insurance at Miway, says South Africa’s growing entrepreneurial sector must prioritise risk management early, as tailored insurance and support services are essential for protecting small businesses against operational, legal and emerging digital risks.
Kenny Thorpe, Chairman of Price Forbes South Africa, says the launch of the new construction practice, strengthened by specialist appointments and a partnership with the London team, positions the business to better serve construction clients across Africa and global markets.
The African Insurance Awards (AIA) 2026 will take place on 7 June 2026 in Cairo, celebrating excellence and innovation across the industry. Nominations are open until 13 April 2026 across categories including CEO, Insurance Company, Innovation, and InsurTech of the Year.
Alex Thomson, co-founder of Naked Insurance, says Naked’s launch of a native ChatGPT app capable of generating binding car insurance quotes signals a future where AI assistants will increasingly help consumers compare, manage and personalise financial services on their behalf.
Andrew Russell, Group CEO & Managing Director of Iress, says the partnership with Thoughtworks will accelerate platform modernisation and AI integration, helping wealth management clients improve efficiency, innovation and data-driven advice capabilities in increasingly complex markets.
Webber Wentzel partners, say South Africa’s Draft National AI Policy marks a major shift toward formal AI regulation, urging organisations to strengthen governance, engage in public consultation, and prepare for a multi-regulatory, sector-specific compliance environment.
Lumetrade by Lumepay introduces institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure in Africa, enabling faster, transparent, and compliant cross-border transactions, addressing costly inefficiencies in traditional banking systems and positioning digital assets as a viable rail for value transfer across the continent.
Personalisation is evolving but remains underutilised. Andrew Solomon, Client Strategy Director at Achievement Awards Group, explores its challenges—data complexity, AI integration, and resource constraints. Despite these hurdles, businesses can start small, refine strategies, and gradually enhance customer engagement through tailored experiences.
Complaints are an inevitable aspect of running a business. Handling these customer grievances effectively is crucial, not only for maintaining a good relationship with the complaining customer but also for safeguarding your business’s reputation - especially in an era where social media can amplify an individual’s voice
Janeesha Ragubeer, Area Manager at Business Partners Limited, foresees a promising season ahead for South African small businesses, offering her insights on three actionable strategies to help them flourish this spring.
