South Africa’s non-life insurers are shifting to advanced climate-risk modelling as extreme weather intensifies. Old Mutual Insure’s Clive Hogarth highlights rising premiums, data partnerships, new resilience tools, and the need for public-private collaboration to manage escalating climate risks and support sustainable protection.

Jason Veitch, Head of Accident and Health at Santam Travel Insurance, stresses that tailored travel insurance with medical cover, trip disruption protection, and clear understanding of exclusions ensures travellers safeguard both finances and peace of mind on every journey.

As holiday spending surges, iWYZE’s Alberto Gutierrez urges consumers to update their insurance. From covering new Black Friday purchases to securing portable items, cars, and unoccupied homes, proactive policy checks can prevent costly surprises and ensure peace of mind this festive season.

Santam Syndicate 1918 has received final Lloyd’s approval to begin underwriting from 1 January 2026. Backed by an experienced leadership team, the syndicate will drive Santam’s international growth, targeting key specialty lines with projected 2026 premiums exceeding £300 million.

As festive foot traffic surges, slip-and-fall risks rise, highlighting recent case law on liability in malls. A key judgment confirms that cleaning contractors aren’t liable for hazards they aren’t contracted to monitor, placing primary responsibility on mall owners and managing agents.

Jason Veitch, Head of Accident and Health at Santam Travel Insurance (formerly TIC) explores the frequency of animal bites and why you need good medical travel insurance cover, as SA travellers increasingly seek adventure