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NAICOM charges NIA to rebuild public trust in insurance
By Rosemary Iwunze Commissioner for Insurance, National Insurance Commission, NAICOM, Mr. Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, has charged the Nigerian Insurers Association, NIA, to lead the rebuilding of public trust in insurance as the industry enters a new phase of transformation. He gave the charge at the Investiture Ceremony of Mrs. Ebelechukwu Nwachukwu as the 27th Chairman of [] The post NAICOM charges NIA to rebuild public trust in insurance appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Vanguard News
· Jul 7, 2026
Recapitalisation: Companies with outstanding claims will not be relicensed — NAICOM
By Rosemary Iwunze As the insurance recapitalisation deadline of July 31st 2026 draws near, the National Insurance Commission, NAICOM, has stated that it will not re-license any company with outstanding claims. In a letter to all Managing Director/CEOs of insurance companies, issued yesterday, titled: “Regulatory Directive – Settlement of Discharged Claims as A Precondition for Re-Licensing [] The post Recapitalisation: Companies with outstanding claims will not be relicensed — NAICOM appeared first on Vanguard News.
MyJoyOnline
· Jul 10, 2026
NIC, insurers urge Ghanaians to embrace insurance protection after devastating floods
Ghana’s insurance industry has urged the public to prioritise insurance as a critical protection mechanism against unexpected disasters, following the recent floods that caused destruction in parts of the country. The call was made during the insurance industry’s participation in the national flood clean-up exercise held on Friday, July 10, 2026, around the Ako Adjei []
Seeking Alpha
· Jul 1, 2026
IAK: The Insurance Sector Back In The Spotlight
IAK: The Insurance Sector Back In The Spotlight
Voice of Nigeria
· Jun 23, 2026
NSITF, South Africa Firm Forge Social Protection Alliance
The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) is partnering with South African company Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA) to strengthen social protection systems across Africa. On Tuesday, the NSITF hosted a high-level delegation from RMA South Africa, led by its Group Chief Executive Officer, Bilal Adam, at the fund’s headquarters in Abuja. Welcoming the delegation, the [] The post NSITF, South Africa Firm Forge Social Protection Alliance appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
Investing.com
· Jun 22, 2026
Form 4 BlackRock ESG Capital Allocation Trust For: 22 June
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Africa.com
· Jun 21, 2026
Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) supports Akii-Bua Olympic Stadium Project in Uganda with USD 65 Million cover
The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (http://ICIEC.IsDB.org), a Shariah-based multilateral credit and political risk insurer and member of the Islamic Development Bank Group, has provided insurance support for the construction of the Akii-Bua Olympic Stadium in Uganda. The transaction was signed on the sidelines of the IsDB Group 2026 []
Foreign Policy Journal
· Jun 23, 2026
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Yorkville America Equities LLC, the sponsor and investment adviser for the Truth Social Funds, has officially relaunched the Truth Social God Bless America ETF (NYSE: YALL) as an actively managed fund. The relaunch represents a strategic expansion of the Truth Social Funds suite, which operates under the Truth.Fi fintech brand from Trump Media Technology [] The post Trump Media’s Truth Social Funds Relaunch America-First God Bless America ETF (NYSE: YALL) Under Yorkville America Equities appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.
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· Jun 30, 2026
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· Jul 2, 2026
Ghana needs united push on sustainable finance — Asiama
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has called for a united national effort to embed sustainable finance into Ghana’s financial system. He said the country’s economic future depended on its ability to anticipate emerging risks, attract global investment and build resilience against climate change. Launching Ghana’s Sustainable Finance Roadmap The post Ghana needs united push on sustainable finance — Asiama appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
The Economic Times
· Jun 29, 2026
ET Wealth | How to trace unclaimed insurance money
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Trend News Agency
· Jun 22, 2026
ICIEC and the National Bank of Bahrain sign trade finance insurance policies to support trade across member states
ICIEC and the National Bank of Bahrain sign trade finance insurance policies to support trade across member states
The Rising Nepal
· Jun 24, 2026
Rescue Health Insurance
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Capital Ethiopia
· Jul 8, 2026
ESX Welcomes Prime Capital as 8th Trading Member
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Africanews
· Jun 25, 2026
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Fark
· Jun 29, 2026
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· Jul 3, 2026
How to Use a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust to Help Shield Your Family From Long-Term Care Costs
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The Namibian
· Jun 22, 2026
Property fund distributes N$22m to GIPF
Tunga Real Estate Fund on Friday distributed N21.66 million to the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF), bringing total distributions from the fund to N265 million. Speaking at the handover ceremony, Tunga Real Estate Fund chairperson Sara Katiti said the payout reflected years of deliberate investment decisions, strong partnerships and disciplined asset management. “This milestone is [] The post Property fund distributes N22m to GIPF appeared first on The Namibian.
ANTARA News
· Jun 23, 2026
Allianz Partners Responds to Cost Living Crisis with refreshed Overseas Visitor Health Cover
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Daily Post Nigeria
· Jul 10, 2026
ACF hails northern governors’ Security Trust Fund initiative
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has described the establishment of the Northern Nigeria Security Trust Fund by the Forum of Northern States Governors as one of the most significant regional initiatives in recent years, saying it is a landmark initiative designed to mobilise additional resources to support the fight against terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other [] ACF hails northern governors’ Security Trust Fund initiative
Middle East News 247
· Jul 8, 2026
Policybazaar.ae and Tabby launch no-cost flexible payment plan on car & health insurance, enabled by tap payments
Policybazaar.ae, the UAE’s leading insurance marketplace, and Tabby, the region’s foremost financial services app, today announced a strategic partnership that will change how UAE residents manage their insurance payments. Customers on Policybazaar.ae will now be able to convert their insurance premium into easy monthly instalments, powered by Tabby, with a four-month flexible payment option that [] The post Policybazaar.ae and Tabby launch no-cost flexible payment plan on car health insurance, enabled by tap payments appeared first on Middle East News 247.
Jamaica Observer
· Jul 12, 2026
NWC Amnesty realised nearly $800 million for State-owned utility
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The customer amnesty and relief programme granted by the National Water Commission (NWC) in January 2025 generated 769.0 million in collections for the State-owned utility company.It also processed over 15,000 customer requests and resolved approximately 1.9 billion in legacy debt.The information is contained in the 2025 edition of the Economic and Social Survey Jamaica, a publication of the Planning Institute of Jamaica.The amnesty also provided targeted relief to pensioners and beneficiaries under the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH), to support reconnections, reduce arrears, and protect access to essential water services.Following the general amnesty, there was a focused Micro, Small Medium Enterprise amnesty executed between September and December 2025, yielding 17.5 million in collections and addressing a further 18.2 million in arrears.The PIOJ said this reflected a balanced approach to revenue recovery, social protection, and financial sustainability.
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