Insurance in a tough economic climate: how to make it work for you

Tough economic conditions and several adverse macro-events contributed to a sustained hard market. Picture: Independent Newspapers. 2023 presented its fair share of challenges for consumers and insurers alike. Tough economic conditions and several adverse macro-events...

TO SOLAR OR NOT TO SOLAR… WHAT DOES YOUR INSURER SAY?

Solar has boomed in South Africa recently, and for good reason. Our prolonged electricity crisis has forced many households and offices to take charge and invest in alternative power solutions. While we hope for smooth sailing every day, we can’t ignore the...

TO SOLAR OR NOT TO SOLAR… WHAT DOES YOUR INSURER SAY?

  Solar has boomed in South Africa recently, and for good reason. Our prolonged electricity crisis has forced many households and offices to take charge and invest in alternative power solutions. While we hope for smooth sailing every day, we can’t ignore...

WATCH: One injured after hailstorm pummels Joburg and other areas

The storm caused some damage, including to infrastructure and vehicles. Large hail stones rained down in Joburg on Monday evening. Photo: X/@Abramjee Johannesburg Emergency Services (EMS) said one person was injured after a hail storm battered parts of city on Monday....

Pothole claims are mounting

Potholes – a common sign that a road is deteriorating – are widespread throughout South Africa. According to the South African Roads Federation (SARF), South Africa is home to 25 million potholes, 10 million more than there were five years ago. Recently,...