Tag: needs-matched

  • What are people entering the job market looking for?

    What are people entering the job market looking for?

    Young people of today have high expectations and even greater idealistic views when it comes to their employment decisions. According to a recent international study, millennials make up 31.5% of the global population and Generation Z make up 32%. With those numbers, it would be foolish to overlook their generational characteristics and ignore their professional…

  • Marriage is an emotional and financial package deal

    Marriage is an emotional and financial package deal

    Five key financial matters you need to consider before flying off on your honeymoon MARRIAGE is not only about taking care of each other’s emotional well-being, but also your mutual financial well-being. So while you’re planning a lifetime partnership with your loved one, here are five financial questions to ask once you’ve popped the question:…

  • BrightRock announces 2018 business performance

    BrightRock announces 2018 business performance

    BrightRock’s 2018 performance features strong growth and bright opportunities  BrightRock achieves strong new business growth, with total premium income increasing by 43% year on year Total cover in-force now exceeds R250 billion Total in-force annualised premium income grows to R1.4 billion, with activated annualised premium income for the year of R433 million Lives covered grows…

  • Pulling punches to avoid a knock-out blow

    Pulling punches to avoid a knock-out blow

    As the name suggests, the focus of group risk benefits is to provide coverage for a group rather than meeting a specific individual’s precise needs. Further, with the average South African income earner holding cover for less than 40% of their needs in the event of their death, the important role group risk cover plays…