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  • What consumers need to know about funeral policies in South Africa

    What consumers need to know about funeral policies in South Africa

    Funeral expenses can be burdensome and overwhelming – this is why funeral polices are the most popular insurance products in South Africa. Funeral policies are designed to offer a financial safety net to families during a very stressful time. They enable people to honour and bury their loved ones with dignity, and without facing financial…

  • Life insurance for the gig economy and SMEs: What you need to know

    Life insurance for the gig economy and SMEs: What you need to know

    The gig economy and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are pivotal to South Africa’s economic landscape. With unemployment rates soaring and traditional job opportunities becoming increasingly scarce, more South Africans are turning to freelance work and entrepreneurship. While these sectors offer flexibility and innovation, they also present unique challenges, particularly regarding financial security and risk…