Nine Fridays. That's all that stands between you and Christmas. Nine increasingly chaotic Fridays where your productivity will plummet, your inbox will fill with "quick drinks" invitations, and your brain will slowly turn into mulled wine. Welcome to the Silly Season, where common sense goes on holiday before you do. The Great December Delusion Let's be honest: December is when we all collectively lose our minds. We're tired. We're burnt out. We're desperately counting down t

In today's uncertain world, financial protection has become a priority for South African families. Short term insurance is one of the most effective ways to safeguard your family against unexpected risks such as accidents, property loss, or legal disputes. Unlike long term insurance which often covers events tied to life and retirement, short term insurance provides flexible protection for specific needs and a limited period. As families in South Africa prepare for 2026 and b

An analysis by TransUnion South Africa indicates significant growth potential in the short-term insurance market by revealing that a substantial one-third of new policies come from customers who haven't had insurance in the past two years. The study also challenges the notion that brand loyalty is dead, showing that 13% of customers who cancel their policies will eventually return to their original insurer. Every industry operates on accepted wisdom, and the short-term insura

In South Africa, Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs)  are increasingly recognising the importance of proactive financial and maintenance planning. While 10-year maintenance reserve plans  are not legally required for HOAs, unlike for sectional title schemes under the Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act (STSMA)   they are fast becoming a hallmark of well-managed, future-focused communities. Forward-thinking Directors and managing agents are adopting these plans not only to imp

(This article has not been written by a representative of MONO.insure - Permission has been obtained to share the content) In the digital era, claims against small businesses are no longer limited to the classic “slip-and-trip” incidents at the premises. Increasingly, risks are becoming far more complex, extending into areas like media liability. The rise of user-generated content, social media and online publishing has dramatically increased the risks of copyright infringem