Continental Reinsurance has announced the 30 finalists for the 11th Pan-African Re/Insurance Journalism Awards, selected from 184 entries. Winners will be revealed in April 2026 in Kigali, recognising excellence in reporting and offering engagement with leading industry stakeholders.

The South African Insurance Association (SAIA) highlights that unsafe driving behaviours, such as speeding, driving under the influence, poor vehicle maintenance, and non-compliance with policy terms, are key reasons motor insurance claims are rejected, reinforcing that responsible driving is essential for both safety and financial protection.

South Africa’s widening life insurance protection gap highlights the importance of acting early. Securing cover while healthy, understanding policy terms, and disclosing all information can help avoid costly mistakes and ensure meaningful financial protection when it’s needed most.

While Easter road safety has improved, risks remain during busy travel periods. Santam urges homeowners to secure their properties by testing alarms, arranging check-ins, and reviewing insurance, ensuring peace of mind and protection against common threats like housebreaking over long weekends.

Old Mutual Insure has appointed Tandiwe Cimela as Executive: Elite, effective April 2026. With extensive industry experience, she succeeds retiring co-founder Tarina Vlok, whose leadership helped establish Elite as a trusted high-net-worth insurance offering.

If your insurance could speak, it would ask whether your cover still matches your life. From updated assets and addresses to accurate risk details, regular reviews are essential to avoid underinsurance and ensure your policy truly protects you when it matters most.