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[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

🏃‍♀️ The Amazing Race - Round 2 🏁

This time, our Cape Town team took on the Amazing Race at the V&A Waterfront.

Split into teams, they worked their way through a series of challenges, from drumming and team performances to painting, puzzles, and a competitive down-down along the way.

There was plenty of friendly competition, a good few laughs, some quick thinking and a healthy dose of team spirit.

A fun morning together and another chance to strengthen the connections that make our team what it is.😎

#TeamBuilding #InsightWithImpact

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

A Milestone Worth Celebrating! 🥳

We’re proud to share that two more of our actuaries have been awarded their Life Insurance Practising Certificates from the @ActuarialSa, further strengthening Insight Life Solutions’ capacity to support life insurers through Head of Actuarial Function services and independent actuarial oversight.

Congratulations to Nicole Kriek and Christelle Oosthuizen! 👏 A well-earned achievement that reflects your dedication, expertise and continued growth within the actuarial profession.

Well done to you both!

#InsightWithImpact

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

🔎What’s the Biggest Challenge Facing South Africa’s Actuarial Teams?💡

We asked 469 actuaries at the 2026 @ActuarialSa Convention this very question, and the results were revealing!

🤖 AI topped the list, with 38% of responses.

But beyond AI, actuaries also highlighted challenges around talent, workload and wellbeing, data quality, and the profession’s continued relevance.

Interestingly, among those who identified AI as a challenge, 37% pointed specifically to adoption and integration into everyday work.

The findings suggest that the conversation is shifting from whether AI has a place in the profession to how we use it effectively, responsibly and without losing the human judgement that makes actuarial expertise so valuable.

#InsightSurvey #InsightASSAChessTournament #ASSA2026

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

🎧 The Future of Affordable Healthcare In Focus🎧

What does the future hold for South Africans who can't afford traditional medical scheme cover?

Recorded at Foresight 2026 in Johannesburg, Muhammad Vorajee sits down with Anneri Swanepoel to explore South Africa’s evolving health insurance market and the growing challenge of healthcare affordability.

From the needs of the “missing middle” to the differences between health insurance and medical schemes, they unpack the opportunities, limitations and trends shaping the market.

As demand for more affordable healthcare cover grows, what will it take to keep these products accessible and sustainable?

🎧 Tune in to the latest episode now:

📺 YouTube: https://t.co/izfs2lSLba
🎙️ Spotify: https://t.co/SevX2cDy4g
🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/UIEDBVVHGL

#InFocusWithInsight #HealthcareAffordability

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

🌍 Looking Back at BIG Ideas 2026! 💡

A few highlights from three fantastic days at @ifhp1 BIG Ideas 2026: The Cost Containment Edition in Cape Town!

From thought-provoking presentations to lively discussions and valuable connections, the event brought together healthcare leaders from across Africa and around the world to tackle one of the industry's biggest challenges: how do we contain healthcare costs without compromising outcomes?

Dr Tebogo Phaleng opened the programme, while Barry Childs and Dr Liezél van Deventer also took to the stage to explore the question: Food is Medicine?

BIG Ideas once again created an energetic space to share different perspectives, challenge assumptions, and advance important healthcare conversations.

As Strategic Partner to iFHP, we value the opportunity to contribute to these discussions and look forward to the next event.

#BIGIdeas2026 #iFHP #InsightWithImpact

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

🏁 Taking on the Amazing Race 🏁

Yesterday our Joburg team swapped the usual workday for something a little more adventurous, taking on the Maboneng Amazing Race and a series of team challenges along the way.

From Giant Jenga and an art challenge to a taste test, a Shakira challenge (because those hips don’t lie 💃) and even a soft drink challenge, the afternoon brought plenty of laughs, some questionable tactics, and more than a little friendly rivalry.

Congratulations to the winning team; Tinashe Tafirei, Kenneth Seleka, Zaid Saeed, Agnes Matlhadisha, Shannon Philips and Karishma Magan, who came out on top and showed the rest of us how it’s done! 🏆

Not the worst way to spend a Thursday.

#TeamBuilding #AmazingRace

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

🎧Stay In Focus With Insight🎧

Looking for smart conversations from across the actuarial industry?

In Focus with Insight brings together actuaries, industry leaders and interesting voices to share fresh perspectives, challenge conventional thinking and unpack the ideas shaping the profession.

Catch up on the latest episodes and subscribe on your preferred platform:

📺 YouTube: https://t.co/XF0YWBjClM
🎙️ Spotify: https://t.co/uGUfhxXnJw
🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/KpfNnCj1vo

#InFocusWithInsight #InsightWithImpact

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

✨ That’s a Wrap on ASSA 2026✅

What a few days it’s been at the @ActuarialSa Convention.

From insightful sessions and fresh perspectives to meaningful conversations, new connections and plenty of activity at the Insight stand, the Convention once again brought together the best of the actuarial community.

It was a great opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, meet new ones, share ideas and reflect on the challenges and opportunities shaping the profession.

We were also proud to bring the Insight/ASSA Chess Tournament back to the Convention, adding to the excitement with R10,000 in prize money for the winner and the same amount donated to the @mflmovesforlife Foundation through the tournament.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by, joined the conversations, and made this year’s Convention so memorable.

Until next year. 👋

#ASSAConvention2026 #InsightWithImpact

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

🏕️A Weekend Away Is Calling📞

There was a little extra excitement at the Insight stand at ASSA this week, with visitors entering our lucky draw to win a cabin getaway valued at R7,500.

And now, the draw has been made… 🥁

Congratulations to Lance Posthumus of Bytecat! 🎉

We hope you have an amazing weekend away and enjoy every moment of your lucky getaway. 🌄

A big thank you to everyone who entered and came past the Insight stand to say hello.

@ActuarialSa #ASSA2026 #InsightWithImpact

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

♟️🏆 Celebrating Our 2026 Chess Champions🏆♟️

Congratulations once again to Mohamed Bhawoodien, who takes home R10,000, and to runner-up Maropeng Molepo, who receives R5,000 following a fantastic tournament.

Once again, as part of this year’s competition, we're donating R10,000 to the @mflmovesforlife Foundation, continuing our support for its work using chess to help young people build confidence, critical thinking, and learning skills.

Thank you to everyone who took part, and to everyone behind the scenes for making the tournament such a success!

Well played, gentlemen. We’ll see you all again next year!

@ActuarialSa
#InsightASSAChessTournament

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

📚 Why Reading Still Matters for Actuaries

Yesterday at the @ActuarialSa Convention, our Head of Life Solutions, Pamela Hellig, took to the stage to explore why reading remains such an important skill for actuaries in an increasingly fast-moving, digital world.

In her session, Pam explored the role reading plays in strengthening analytical thinking, concentration, empathy, creativity, and our ability to engage more deeply with complex ideas.

It was a timely reminder that, even as the way we consume information continues to change, some skills remain fundamental to how we think, learn and make better decisions.

A great session and an important conversation for the profession. 👏

#ASSAConvention2026

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

♟️ We Have Our 2026 Victor👑

After fierce competition, sharp strategy and some seriously impressive play, the 2026 Insight/ASSA Chess Tournament has come to an end.

A huge congratulations to Mohamed Bhawoodien, who claimed the win for a third time and the R10,000 prize after an exciting final. 👏

And a big well done to the runner-up, Maropeng Molepo on a brilliant performance through the tournament and a hard-fought final.

From the online rounds to the live showdown at the @ActuarialSa Convention, this year’s tournament delivered plenty of tension, skill and memorable moves.

Congratulations to both finalists and to everyone who took part. We look forward to another exciting tournament next year♟️

Missed any of the action? Catch up on all the finals here: https://t.co/WTtMvZO4zt

#InsightASSAChessTournament #ASSAConvention2026

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

♟️🏆 The Final Showdown Is Here🏆♟️

After battling through the 2026 Insight/ASSA Chess Tournament, Mohamed Bhawoodien and Maropeng Molepo will go head-to-head in the grand finale, with R10,000 up for grabs and the title of Actuarial Grandmaster on the line! 👑

It all comes down to one final match. Who will make the winning move and claim the trophy?

Tune in LIVE on our YouTube channel and watch the action unfold at 09:25 – 09:55🕘: https://t.co/jlC1iCb9am

Good luck to both finalists. May the best strategist win! ♟️

@ActuarialSa #InsightASSAChessTournament #ActuarialGrandmaster

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

♟️Our Second Finalist Is Confirmed♟️

The second semi-final of the 2026 Insight/ASSA Chess Tournament has been decided, with Maropeng Molepo securing the win and claiming the final spot in the championship match. 👏

That means the stage is now set: Mohamed Bhawoodien will face Maropeng Molepo for R10,000 and the title of Actuarial Grandmaster.

Now there’s only one question left: who will make the final move? 👀♟️

Watch the finals live on YouTube: https://t.co/jlC1iCb9am

#InsightASSAChessTournament #ASSAConvention2026

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

♟️ Our First Finalist Has Been Named ♟️

The first semi-final of the 2026 Insight/ASSA Chess Tournament has been decided, with Mohamed Bhawoodien securing the win and booking their place in the final. 👏

They’ll now face the winner of the second semi-final, as the competition for R10,000 and the title of Actuarial Grandmaster moves one step closer to its conclusion.

One finalist confirmed. One spot still up for grabs. 👀 Watch the next match live at 16:15 here: https://t.co/jlC1iCb9am

#InsightASSAChessTournament #ASSAConvention2026

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

💡That’s a Wrap on BIG Ideas 2026 💡

After three days of bold thinking, shared learning and lively discussion, @ifhp1 BIG Ideas 2026: The Cost Containment Edition has wrapped up in Cape Town.

There was plenty to unpack, with healthcare leaders from across Africa and around the world exploring some of the biggest questions facing healthcare funders, from smarter pricing and access to medicines to value-based care, AI, and the growing challenge of containing costs without compromising outcomes.

Our own Dr Tebogo Phaleng opened the programme, while Barry Childs and Dr Liezél van Deventer took to the stage to present Food is Medicine? Highlights from a Standout Session at iFHP Biennial Rewired.

As Strategic Partner to iFHP, we’re proud to have been part of the conversations, new perspectives, and BIG ideas shaping what comes next for healthcare.

Thank you for putting together such a fantastic event, iFHP. We'll see you next year!

#BIGIdeas2026 #iFHP #InsightWithImpact

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

♟️Insight/ASSA Semi-Finals: Catch Up & Watch Live♟️

Our first finalist is confirmed! Mohamed Bhawoodien and Ayanda Masinga went head-to-head in the opening semi-final of the Insight/ASSA Chess Tournament, with the winner securing their place in the final.

Missed the match? Catch the replay on our YouTube channel to see who made it through!

Next up: Langelihle Nikiwane takes on Maropeng Molepo in the second semi-final. Join us live on YouTube from 16:15 to 16:45 to see who secures the remaining spot in the final!

📺 Catch up and watch live: https://t.co/jlC1iCb9am

#InsightASSAChessTournament

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

♟️ And Then There Were Four 👑

You’ve made your best moves, but now that the online rounds are complete, only four players remain. Congratulations to our finalists who've put on an exciting show so far!

Ayanda Masinga will face Mohamed Bhawoodien, while Langelihle Nikiwane will take on Maropeng Molepo as they battle for a place in the final at the 2026 ASSA Convention.

With R10,000 and the title of Actuarial Grandmaster on the line, we expect sharp strategy, serious pressure and bold play from the final four.

Who will come out on top? 👀♟️

#InsightASSAChessTournament #ASSAConvention2026

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

🩺 2027 Medical Scheme Increases: What Stands Out?

South Africa’s seven largest open medical schemes have announced their 2027 contribution increases, ranging from 7.35% to 8.9%, with an average increase of around 8%.

But the numbers only tell part of the story.

Across the 2027 launches, we’re seeing a stronger focus on affordability and value, with lower increases on many entry-level and network options, alongside new options aimed at younger members, families and those looking to manage costs.

There’s also a growing emphasis on prevention and proactive healthcare, with schemes expanding wellness rewards, mental health and chronic care support, while introducing better digital tools to help members access and manage their benefits.

At the same time, medical inflation continues to run well ahead of everyday inflation, driven by factors including provider costs, greater healthcare utilisation, ageing membership and more chronic illness.

The takeaway? Don’t look at the contribution increase alone. With benefit structures, networks and co-payments also changing, it’s important to understand what your medical scheme option will actually offer you in 2027.

📩 Need advice on your company’s 2027 options? Contact Insight Advisory Solutions at [email protected]

#MedicalSchemes #MarketUpdate #2027Increase

[Insight Actuaries & Consultants @Insight_SA]

♟️ Cape Town, We’re Coming! 🚀

Not long now until the 2026 @ActuarialSa Convention!

We’re looking forward to two packed days of ideas, conversations and connections with the actuarial community, plus plenty happening at the Insight stand and the highly anticipated Insight/ASSA Chess Tournament finals. ♟️

It’s shaping up to be another brilliant Convention. See you there!

#ASSAConvention2026 #InsightASSAChessTournament