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Published on 18:13 GMT

CDC Group Announces Appointments of Benson Adenuga, Seema Dhanani for Nigeria, Kenya Operations

CDC Group Announces Appointments of Benson Adenuga, Seema Dhanani for Nigeria, Kenya Operations CDC Group announces new Heads of Office in Nairobi and Lagos Appointments advance CDC’s strategy to invest USD4.5 billion in Africa by 2022 CDC Group, the UK’s …

Source: Biz Watch Nigeria
Published on 12:57 GMT

Sanwo-Olu: Poor Health Insurance Bane of Low Life Expectancy

By Ebere Nwoji The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has attributed Nigeria’s low life expectancy to poor health insurance scheme. Sanwo-Olu, also expressed his administration’s readiness to partner with the insurance industry to enhance the …

Source: This Day
Published on 22:54 GMT

Sponsored Content: Southern Africa’s top entrepreneurs announced in Johannesburg

CEO’s, Founders, and leading entrepreneurs attended the Southern Africa programme of the world’s most prestigious business awards for entrepreneurs: the Global EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™. Annual national and regional awards programmes are run in more …

Source: News
Published on 13:53 GMT

African Development Bank Group becomes a shareholder in Africa Finance Corporation

Download logo Shareholding follows investment of $50 million in AFC’s equity by Bank Group; African Development Bank (https://www.AfDB.org) becomes second investment-grade Supranational Finance Institution to join and invest in AFC. Africa Finance …

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Published on 20:05 GMT

NNPC begins search for Lead Insurer of oil assets

The selection of insurer for the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation’s (NNPC) assets in the 2020/2021 would be transparent, just as is the practice in other areas of the corporation’s operation nationwide, the National Oil Company has said. The …

Source: Nigerian Voice
Published on 20:51 GMT

Southern Africa’s Top Entrepreneurs Announced in Johannesburg, South Africa

Download logo Southern Africa’s top three entrepreneurs were named at the 22nd Annual EY (https://www.EY.com) World Entrepreneur Awards gala dinner in Johannesburg on Wednesday 13 November 2019. CEO’s, Founders, and leading entrepreneurs attended …

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Published on 10:46 GMT

African Development Bank decides not to fund Kenya coal project

JOHANNESBURG, Nov 13 (Reuters) - The African Development Bank (AfDB) will not fund a coal-fired power plant project in Kenya and has no plans to finance new coal plants in future, senior AfDB officials told Reuters. The Abidjan-based lender published an …

Source: Reuters
Published on 09:28 GMT

Vodacom eyes ZAR 2 bln from South Africa's financial services

Vodacom plans to expand its financial services business in South Africa to ZAR 2 billion in the next twelve months, ITWeb reported. Group CEO Shameel Joosub told ITWeb that the group has turned its previously loss-making financial services unit into a …

Source: Telecompaper
Published on 08:39 GMT

Healthcare Insurance Market by Coverage Type, by Insurance Type, by Service Provider, by Insurance Network, by Insured ...

New York, Nov. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Healthcare Insurance Market by Coverage Type, by Insurance Type, by Service Provider, by Insurance Network, by Insured Type, by Distribution Channel, by …

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Published on 08:39 GMT

Cornerstone takes 3rd Party Insurance drive to transport garages

Cornerstone Insurance Plc By Daniels Ekugo As a way of breaking the ignorance among motorists on the necessity of obtaining genuine third party insurance policy as well as access its numerous benefits, Cornerstone Insurance Plc has taken its campaign to …

Source: PM News
Published on 08:13 GMT

U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and African Development Bank partner to Support Development in ...

Download logo Adam Boehler, Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), today joined Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group, to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) strengthening …

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Published on 00:04 GMT

Maverick Citizen: South Africa unprepared for drought disaster, AgriSA warns government

The dam wall is pictured, 22 October 2019, at the Fika-Patso dam near Qwaqwa, in the Freestate. The area is experiencing the worst drought in modern history. (Photo: Alaister Russell/The Sunday Times) A number of leading stakeholders in various …

Source: Daily Maverick
Published on Nov 12, 2019

OPINIONISTA: South Africa 25 years on: Slowly, slowly catchee apartheid monkey

Must we always invoke apartheid? When are we going to move on from referring to apartheid? Can’t we just talk about the now and not the apartheid past? These are some of the continual laments and comments made by our white compatriots in South Africa. No …

Source: News
Published on Nov 12, 2019

How can insurance play a role in tackling climate change?

The 15th annual global microinsurance conference was held last week in Bangladesh for the first time with the theme of “Coping with climate risk”. It was inaugurated by the prime minister who felt that the insurance industry could play a key role in not …

Source: Daily Star
Published on Nov 12, 2019

What you need to know about Egypt’s new Sovereign Wealth Fund

What are the types of sovereign wealth funds? There are three types of sovereign funds. The first type is for profit. This is more prevalent in countries whose wealth depends on oil. For example, a country such as Kuwait, which has a small population and a …

Source: Daily News Egypt
Published on Nov 12, 2019

Africa’s Top Tech Startups: Disrupting the continent and writing the future

Technology / 12 November 2019, 4:00pm / Tech Correspondent Startupbootcamp AfriTech Demo Day 2019 cohort and partners. Photo: Supplied CAPE TOWN – After 13 weeks of intensive coaching and hard work, the top 10 startups in the 2019 Startupbootcamp ( …

Source: News
Published on Nov 12, 2019

Africa Investment Forum 2019: Billion dollar boost for African female entrepreneurs

Download logo The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced a $1.1 billion lending programme to help women entrepreneurs on the continent. EIB Vice President, Ambroise Fayolle, also revealed that the bank has signed three further agreements to boost …

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Published on Nov 12, 2019

Healthcare Insurance Market by Coverage Type, by Insurance Type, by Service Provider, by Insurance Network, by Insured ...

New York, Nov. 12, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Healthcare Insurance Market by Coverage Type, by Insurance Type, by Service Provider, by Insurance Network, by Insured Type, by Distribution Channel, by …

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Published on 19:39 GMT

Minister Lauds NASS Speedy Consideration Of 2020 Finance Bill

(NEWS INVESTIGATORS) The Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Mrs Zainab Ahmed, has lauded the National Assembly for its speedy consideration of the Finance Bill, 2020 submitted by President Muhammadu Buhari. Ahmed’s commendation was given in …

Source: News Investigators Nigeria

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 15:35 GMT

Insurers and healthcare groups collaborate to help providers and patients better understand health insurance benefits

TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association together with the Extended Healthcare Professionals Coalition (EHPC), a group of leading healthcare associations, have produced a new guide that will help …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 14:47 GMT

North American commercial insurance buyers can expect 2020 rate increases — many sizable — for more lines than in recent ...

ARLINGTON, Va., Nov. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- North American commercial insurance buyers will face sizable price increases in 2020, across most lines of insurance, according to Willis Towers Watson’s (NASDAQ: WLTW) 2020 Insurance Marketplace Realities. …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 08:39 GMT

Healthcare Insurance Market by Coverage Type, by Insurance Type, by Service Provider, by Insurance Network, by Insured ...

New York, Nov. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Healthcare Insurance Market by Coverage Type, by Insurance Type, by Service Provider, by Insurance Network, by Insured Type, by Distribution Channel, by …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 14:10 GMT

AVO acquires Techment's automation product "Transassured".

US-based organization ‘AVO’ providing Transportation and Language Solutions to acquire an Insurance Sector Product developed by Bhilai based Techment Technology BHILAI, CHHATTISGARH, INDIA, November 13, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The proprietary …

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Published on November 12, 2019 - 21:10 GMT

Health Insurance Innovations, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2019 Results

Revenue $75.3 million, up 5% YOY Net Income of $4.8 million, up 220% YOY Adjusted EBITDA of $12.8 million, up 35% YOY GAAP Diluted Net Income per Share of $0.40, up 400% YOY Adjusted Net Income per Share of $0.66, up 65% YOY TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 12, 2019 ( …

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Published on November 12, 2019 - 21:10 GMT

Health Insurance Innovations, Inc. Announces the Planned Transition of Chief Financial Officer

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 12, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Health Insurance Innovations, Inc. (NASDAQ:HIIQ), a leading cloud-based technology platform and distributor of affordable individual and family health insurance and supplemental plans, announced today the …

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Published on November 12, 2019 - 16:24 GMT

Healthcare Insurance Market by Coverage Type, by Insurance Type, by Service Provider, by Insurance Network, by Insured ...

New York, Nov. 12, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Healthcare Insurance Market by Coverage Type, by Insurance Type, by Service Provider, by Insurance Network, by Insured Type, by Distribution Channel, by …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 11:33 GMT

Travel Insurance Market 2019 Global Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends & Forecast To 2026

Wiseguyreports.Com Adds “Travel Insurance – Global Market Growth, Opportunities, Analysis Of Top Key Players And Forecast To 2026” To Its Research Database. PUNE, MAHARASTRA, INDIA, November 13, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Travel Insurance …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 11:33 GMT

Travel Insurance Market 2019 Global Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends & Forecast To 2026

Wiseguyreports.Com Adds “Travel Insurance – Global Market Growth, Opportunities, Analysis Of Top Key Players And Forecast To 2026” To Its Research Database. PUNE, MAHARASTRA, INDIA, November 13, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Travel Insurance …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 20:51 GMT

Southern Africa’s Top Entrepreneurs Announced in Johannesburg, South Africa

Download logo Southern Africa’s top three entrepreneurs were named at the 22nd Annual EY (https://www.EY.com) World Entrepreneur Awards gala dinner in Johannesburg on Wednesday 13 November 2019. CEO’s, Founders, and leading entrepreneurs attended …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 19:34 GMT

Diabetes is a Family Affair in Kenya

Download logo Alara Amin was 4 years old when she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. In the five years since, she has become actively involved in managing her condition, which is also a family and school affair. Even her 4-year-old brother understands …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 15:35 GMT

Insurers and healthcare groups collaborate to help providers and patients better understand health insurance benefits

TORONTO, Nov. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association together with the Extended Healthcare Professionals Coalition (EHPC), a group of leading healthcare associations, have produced a new guide that will help …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 15:16 GMT

Sammons Financial Group Promotes Amy Rider to Vice President of Strategic Risk and Mortality Management

SIOUX FALLS, S.D., Nov. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sammons Financial Group® (SFG) is pleased to announce the promotion of Amy Rider, FALU, FLMI, to vice president, strategic risk and mortality management. In her new role, Rider will oversee the strategic …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 13:53 GMT

African Development Bank Group becomes a shareholder in Africa Finance Corporation

Download logo Shareholding follows investment of $50 million in AFC’s equity by Bank Group; African Development Bank (https://www.AfDB.org) becomes second investment-grade Supranational Finance Institution to join and invest in AFC. Africa Finance …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 13:41 GMT

Progressive Reports October 2019 Results

MAYFIELD VILLAGE, OHIO, Nov. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Progressive Corporation (NYSE:PGR) today reported the following results for October 2019: October October (millions, except per share amounts and ratios; unaudited) 2019 2018 …

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Published on November 13, 2019 - 08:13 GMT

U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and African Development Bank partner to Support Development in ...

Download logo Adam Boehler, Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), today joined Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group, to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) strengthening …

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Published on November 12, 2019 - 09:20 GMT

Personal Finance & Budgeting Software Market 2018 Global Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends & Forecast To 2025

Wiseguyreports.Com Adds “Personal Finance & Budgeting Software – Global Market Growth, Opportunities, Analysis Of Top Key Players And Forecast To 2025” PUNE, MAHARASTRA, INDIA, November 12, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Personal Finance …

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Published on November 12, 2019 - 19:08 GMT

Atlantic American Reports Third Quarter Results

ATLANTA, Nov. 12, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlantic American Corporation (Nasdaq- AAME) today reported net loss for the three month period ended September 30, 2019 of $1.4 million, or $0.07 per common share, as compared to net income of $0.9 million, or $0 …

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Published on November 12, 2019 - 14:30 GMT

Africa Investment Forum 2019: Billion dollar boost for African female entrepreneurs

Download logo The European Investment Bank (EIB) has announced a $1.1 billion lending programme to help women entrepreneurs on the continent. EIB Vice President, Ambroise Fayolle, also revealed that the bank has signed three further agreements to boost …

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Published on November 12, 2019 - 14:30 GMT

Cowan Insurance Group Appoints Doug Tweddle to Lead Not-For-Profit Commercial Business Practice

CAMBRIDGE, Ontario, Nov. 12, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cowan Insurance Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Doug Tweddle to the position of Commercial Account Executive and Industry Leader, Not-For-Profit, effective November 12, 2019. In this …

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Published on November 12, 2019 - 13:28 GMT

European Investment Bank Expands Trade & Investment Insurance Benefits to West Africa

European Investment Bank supports expanded membership of Africa Trade Insurance Agency (http://www.ATI-ACA.org/); Availability of investment insurance to strengthen investment and reduce project financing costs; Agreements for intended …

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Published on November 11, 2019 - 21:43 GMT

Lou Ann Layton honored with insurance industry award

New York, Nov. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beazley’s head of broker relations & marketing, Lou Ann Layton, has been honored for her substantial contribution to the professional liability insurance industry by The Professional Liability Underwriting …

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Published on November 11, 2019 - 21:01 GMT

Conifer Holdings Reports 2019 Third Quarter Financial Results

BIRMINGHAM, Mich., Nov. 11, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Conifer Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: CNFR) (“Conifer” or the “Company”) today announced results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019. Third Quarter 2019 Financial Highlights Gross written premium …

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Published on November 7, 2019 - 21:36 GMT

BriteBee Launches New Response-Tracking Bot to Increase Consumer Engagement by Showcasing Insurance Agency Response Time

The launch of the maintenance-free Bee Responsive bot caters to insurance professionals and aims to earn them more insurance conversions via the digital space. TULSA, OKLAHOMA, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Oklahoma …

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Published on November 7, 2019 - 14:00 GMT

Quikteks Tech Support Urges Companies to Upgrade From Windows 7, Ramifications For Not Upgrading

Local managed service provider Quikteks Tech Support is urging companies to Upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10 if they had not already done so. FAIRFIELD, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Local managed service …

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Published on November 7, 2019 - 12:30 GMT

Webasting and Online Event Registration

P&V Enterprises goal is to help our clients suceed. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 7, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- P&V Enterprises, a New York City based event and meeting production and management firm is announcing that it also …

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Published on November 7, 2019 - 11:44 GMT

Life Reinsurance Market Size, Investment Feasibility and Industry Growth Rate Forecast 2019 – 2024

PUNE, INDIA, November 7, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WiseGuyReports.Com Publish a New Market Research Report On –“ Life Reinsurance Market Size, Investment Feasibility and Industry Growth Rate Forecast 2019 – 2024”. Life Reinsurance Market …

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Published on November 7, 2019 - 22:13 GMT

Trisura Group Reports Third Quarter 2019 Results

TORONTO, Nov. 07, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trisura Group Ltd. (“Trisura” or “Trisura Group”) (TSX: TSU), a leading international specialty insurance provider, today announced financial results for the third quarter of 2019. David Clare, President and CEO …

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