When you first dive into the app, it’s easy to get distracted by your eBucks balance—I know I do—but the real power lies in the Insurance tab. It’s tucked away neatly, yet it holds the keys to your family’s financial kingdom. Logging in feels secure because of the biometric prompts. Whether it’s a quick thumbprint … Read more
Think about the last time you were actually sick. Not “sniffles and a laptop in bed” sick, but “I can’t look at a screen” sick. For a business owner or a freelancer, that’s not just a health crisis—it’s a revenue crisis. I have a friend, a graphic designer named Sarah, who tripped over her own … Read more
One of the biggest gripes I’ve always had with traditional trauma cover is the “one and done” approach. You get sick, you get a check, and the insurer wishes you luck. But what happens if the treatment doesn’t take? Or worse, what if it comes back? Liberty’s new Cancer Claims Booster is a direct answer … Read more
Getting life insurance used to be a massive pain. You’d have to fill out endless forms about your family’s medical history, wait for a nurse to come to your house to poke you with needles, and then wait weeks for some guy in a suit to decide if you’re “risky.” It’s stiff, it’s boring, and … Read more
Disability cover is perhaps the most misunderstood part of any policy. Many people assume they only need it if they work in a high-risk environment like a construction site or a mine. But what if you’re an office worker who suffers a debilitating stroke? You aren’t “injured” in the traditional sense, but your ability to … Read more
If you’ve lived in South Africa for more than five minutes, you know that funerals are a big deal. They are beautiful, communal, and—unfortunately—eye-wateringly expensive. I’ve seen families take out personal loans at predatory interest rates just to afford a decent send-off. It’s heartbreaking. This is where the Clientèle Funeral Dignity Plan usually steps in … Read more
I’ve worked with a lot of financial products over the years, and I’ve seen the good, the bad, and the “why does this fine print require a microscope?” Assupol has been around for over 110 years. They aren’t some flashy fintech startup that might vanish if the venture capital dries up. They’ve survived world wars, … Read more
My generation has the attention span of a goldfish on an espresso kick. If I can’t do it from my phone while waiting for my Uber, it probably isn’t happening. Most traditional insurers still act like it’s 1995. They want original signatures in blue ink, a blood sample, and a copy of your kindergarten graduation … Read more
I’ve spent a lot of time looking into financial structures and corporate models, and what AVBOB does with their 5-year premium refund is genuinely different. It’s not just a marketing gimmick; it’s a byproduct of how they are built as a company. Have you ever wondered why some companies seem to obsess over their share … Read more
The South African insurance market has historically been a bit of a dinosaur—slow, heavy on paperwork, and obsessed with your cholesterol levels. Then 1Life stepped onto the scene with a tech-first philosophy that felt like the first time an insurer actually realized we have lives to lead. Their “Elevated Pure Life” and “Top Up” options … Read more