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Behind the Score: Unravelling the Mystery of Insurance Ratings – Part 1
In the intricate world of insurance, where choices abound, and uncertainties lurk, the importance of insurance ratings cannot be overstated. These numerical and alphabetical symbols
How Technology Is Transforming Agriculture Insurance (Part 2)
In the first part of this article we looked at some of the challenges that are shrouded in the implementation of traditional agriculture insurance and
How Technology Is Transforming Agriculture Insurance (Part 1)
On the 13th of December 2023 the Zambian Government through the Ministry of Agriculture unveiled its 2022 to 2026 Agriculture Strategic Plan. In the plan
Zambia Expected To Be Hit By El-Nino – Are Farmers Ready?
There is a saying that no one can escape the uncertainty of agricultural risks, but everyone can prepare for them. The stark reality facing Zambian
Understanding the Factors Behind Successful Claim Settlements – Part I
Expeditious settlement of valid claims stands out as a vital function that reveals the trustworthiness of individual insurers/reinsurers and sheds light on the overall values
What Can We Expect on the Regulatory Front in the Last Half of 2023 in South Africa?
The financial services industry, including the non-life insurance industry, has commented on several draft regulations and items of legislation over the last year. I will
Moody’s upgrades Klapton Re to Caa2 IFS Rating – (Outlook stable)
The Board is pleased to announce that Moody’s has upgraded Klapton Re’s Insurance Financial Strength (IFS) rating to Caa2 from Caa3, and the outlook remains
Impact of Zambia’s Debt Restructuring on the Insurance Industry
On 22 June 2023, the Zambian government announced that it had agreed on a comprehensive debt treatment with its official creditors under the G20 common
Underwriting Considerations for Decennial Liability
When writing decennial liability insurance as an underwriter, there are several considerations that need to be taken into account. Here are some of the key
Klapton Re is assigned Demotech Financial Stability Rating of S, Substantial
The Board is pleased to announce that Klapton Re has been assigned a Demotech Financial Stability Rating (FSR) of S, Substantial from Demotech, Inc., a
What is Decennial Liability Cover
Decennial liability cover is a form of insurance commonly used in the construction industry. It protects contractors, architects, and engineers against any damages or defects
Corporate Governance within Financial Service Companies
For some time now we have long been hearing about the necessity for proper corporate governance within large companies, following some very high-profile collapses of