The unfolding COVID pandemic has put a lot of strain on certain business and there are a number of relief measures currently in place, we have tried to summarize the information that we know so far which has been made available to businesses. We are sure more will come and there will be more changes […]
For some it often takes longer to secure their cars they have parked outside the grocery shop than buying the groceries. A simple stop and go for a loaf of bread now requires a full lockdown and code- red procedure. Not doing so could leave one permanently separated from whatever precious cargo is being transported. […]
Manufacturers deliver vehicles which cater for the average driver and have settings that will provide the best (erring on the conservative) in terms of longevity, economy, ride comfort, performance. That satisfies most drivers but some, quite possibly because they can’t find/afford a “performance” model from the manufacturer will create their own. They change and alter […]
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Non-disclosure is not always intentional when it comes to insurance policies. Have you ever worried that you didn’t tell your insurer something important and it may lead to claim being rejected? Here’s how it can happen and what to do about it. Disclosure is a long word that can cause a lot of trouble in […]
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Losing an ID, passport, credit card and cell phone is more than a bureaucratic nightmare. But identity theft and fraud go hand-in-hand and are a both a big problem in South Africa. Business Insider South Africa find out how you can respond when you misplace or are otherwise relieved of an ID document or card, […]
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Are you doing enough to reduce the risk of having your identity stolen? As you start the New Year, this is a good time to reflect on what kind of measures you should take to prevent thieves from stealing and using your personally identifiable information (PII) for fraudulent activities. As more and more of our […]
When you’re busy starting a small business, it can be easy to forget about – or ignore – the importance of business insurance. While you’re busy juggling your staff, suppliers, cashflow, marketing and clients, business insurance can all too easily fall into the “too hard” basket. However, running your own business can come with a lot […]
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When and why you need events liability insurance Most events and conferences proceed without incident, but even with the most detailed planning, sometimes things go wrong. South Africa is privy to thousands of events that take place across the country, from corporate conferences, entertainment and music fests, sponsored golf days, cycle races, exhibitions, mega parties […]
This from Seef Southern Suburbs This month we thought we would highlight the fiduciary responsibility of the trustees when appointing managing agents to assist with the management and administration of a sectional title scheme. An interesting question arises should a body corporate member suffer a financial loss due to for example an averaged or refuted […]
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Proving ownership of household items when claiming from your insurer is not as easy as it may seem, says the Ombudsman for Short-Term Insurance, Dennis Jooste. Often consumers do not have a proper inventory of their household possessions before submitting a claim or even when they take out cover. One reason a detailed, up-to-date inventory […]