The agriculture sector is vital for economic growth. It contributes 3% to GDP, supports 941,000 jobs, and generated US$13.2 billion in export revenue in 2023 – South Africa produces 10% of the global citrus production. But climate-induced changing weather patterns threaten the outlook for certain crop yields in 2024.

Andrew Aubin, Aon South Africa's regional GM for the coastal region, highlights the escalating challenges faced by small businesses in South Africa due to economic pressures, crime, and geopolitical uncertainties.

According to the Allianz Risk Barometer, business interruption is the top concern for the oil and gas sector in 2024, followed by energy crises, climate change, fire, explosions, and natural catastrophes. Addressing these risks is essential for business continuity and resilience.

One in three South African risk managers face threats when addressing public interest risks, says IRMSA. The organization supports the SIU's efforts in combating corruption, emphasizing the need for robust oversight to ensure accountability and transparency.

Against a backdrop of local and global political, social, and economic uncertainty, The Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA) releases the 10th edition of its highly anticipated Risk Report on the 2nd of July at the Johannesburg Country Club in Woodmead

The engineering, construction, and real estate sector is facing significant challenges in the year ahead, with Natural catastrophes and Fire, explosion risks emerging as the primary concerns, according to the Allianz Risk Barometer. It is followed by Business interruption (28%), Macroeconomic developments (21%) and Cyber incidents (19%).