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News, insights and announcements from SAIA
Stay informed on developments in South Africa’s non-life insurance industry. Explore SAIA’s latest news and updates on regulations, consumer initiatives, and industry trends.
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Safe Solar, Secure Homes Understanding Solar PV Safety in South Africa
As more South African households adopt solar power to enhance energy security and cut costs, ensuring these systems are safe, compliant, and insurable has become increasingly vital.
31 March 2026Read More -
What rejected insurance claims trends reveal about driver behaviour
The Easter travel period sees a significant increase in road usage across South Africa, as individuals travel for family engagements, religious events, and holidays.
31 March 2026Read More -
The Hidden Risk in Your Home Insurance: Outdated Contents Values
Insurance is meant to be your safety net, but for some policyholders that net unravels when it matters most.
24 February 2026Read More -
African insurers reach new sustainability milestone with US$52 billion of investments now linked to climate action and social inclusion
A first-of-its kind report reveals the growing momentum across Africa’s insurance industry to integrate sustainability into its core business practices…
5 February 2026Read More -
South Africa’s Financial Industry Resiliently Navigating Cybersecurity Threats
The financial services sector continues to stand on the frontline of cyber risk.
21 November 2025Read More -
Building resilient municipal infrastructure through insurance collaboration
The non-life insurance landscape is shifting, with weather-related claims rising sharply and fire losses still a significant risk.
17 September 2025Read More -
SAIA AGM | Board of Directors
The South African Insurance Association (SAIA) is pleased to announce the election of its new Board of Directors…
5 August 2025Read More -
Climate Change Is Intensifying – Are You Prepared?
The impact of climate change is becoming increasingly visible across South Africa. From hailstorms and violent windstorms to relentless floods…
24 July 2025Read More -
Closer collaboration between insurers and government has potential for shared solution to covering damage by severe weather events
Few would have missed the apocalyptic scenes of the fire in January this year that destroyed over 115 square kilometres…
21 May 2025Read More -
Easter vehicle accident claims have fallen since 2022 but remain high, says SAIA
Insurance claims for vehicle accidents during the Easter month have shown an encouraging decline over the past two years…
15 April 2025Read More -
Second Cohort of Non-Life Insurance Retiree Repurposing Programme Graduates
The non-life insurance industry in South Africa has successfully completed the second year of the Retiree Repurposing Programme…
3 April 2025Read More -
SAIA says preventing cybercrime has become a major consideration for small businesses in today’s digital economy
SAIA encourages businesses, including Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) consider taking extra care in protecting their online security and identity…
20 March 2025Read More