Tag: Feature
VIDEO: The challenges posed by legacy systems
Simon Richardson, vice president, EMEA & APAC at Equisoft, discusses the challenges that insurers face in adopting technology, particularly when t [...]
African insurers escalating the risks of doing nothing in the face of new system implementations
The biggest risk in terms of technology implementation facing African insurers is that of doing nothing and falling behind their competitors.
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Lessons learned in the Caribbean can help solve EMEA insurance challenges
My unique perspective on insurance and technology in EMEA
My journey in the insurance technology industry gives me a unique view of challenges face [...]
Global reinsurers set to maintain underwriting profits despite tough conditions, says AM Best
Despite operating in extremely challenging conditions, with persistent and elevated claims activity, rating agency AM Best expects reinsurers to gener [...]
Black swan events and economic stability: why local businesses must redefine risk management now
In a global climate marked by economic stagnation and escalating global unpredictability, business continuity is more than just a buzzword – it’s a li [...]
How new financial reporting approaches will affect Uganda’s insurance sector
Uganda’s insurance sector has adopted new reporting systems and amendments to existing regulations to boost the industry’s resilience in the market.
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Uganda gets first insurtech company to underwrite microinsurance
Turaco has been licensed to underwrite microinsurance in Uganda. The insurtech company becomes the first to acquire this underwriting licence.
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Africa Re sees 18% growth in gross written premium with profits up too
The African Reinsurance Corporation (Africa Re) saw 18% growth in its gross written premium, recording income of US$529m for the first s [...]
Geopolitical resilience: the new board imperative
Today’s world is more connected economically than ever before yet is experiencing significant geopolitical fragmentation. In this context, geopolitica [...]
Munich Re and Allianz both pleased with half-year figures
Munich Re and Allianz have both posted their first-half results, revealing healthy figures from each group despite the globally tough economic environ [...]