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Pivot Point: Soul Abraham on Leading Insurance Through Rising Risk

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Old Mutual Insure CEO Soul Abraham joins Kaya Biz for a Pivot Point conversation on the turning points that shaped his leadership journey — from climate shocks and claims inflation to cyber exposure and customer resilience. He reflects on the future of insurance in South Africa and the shifts the sector must prepare for as risk rises faster than cover.
9 Jul English South Africa Business

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