Since entering the South African life reinsurance market in 1997, RGA has been consistently recognized not only for leadership but also for our role in shaping the future of risk management on the continent. We are dedicated to solving the societal challenge of longevity by developing next-generation products that help fund managers and partners navigate the complexities of the savings-to-income journey with financial stability and precision.
Our reputation for quality service and client support is reflected in our industry recognition. For the 15th consecutive year in 2024, RGA was rated #1 by insurers in South Africa on NMG Consulting’s All Respondents Business Capability Index. We have treaties with all the major life insurance companies in South Africa and have partnered with many start-ups and Insurtech players.
Chief Executive Officer and Branch Representative
RGA South Africa
Whether you want to bring a new product to market, improve the performance of an existing product or better manage your risk and capital through financial solutions, RGA is your partner.
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RGA has one of the most experienced underwriting teams of any reinsurer. The company is the worldwide leader in facultative underwriting, having received more than 8 million cases since 1979.
The South Africa office is a major driver of innovation in life insurance. We help our clients identify and bring innovations to market. In recent years we have accelerated a wide variety of life insurance-specific innovation initiatives, including high-performance smartphone journeys, rapid deployment and high engagement wellness solutions and new customer focused, digital-centric life insurance propositions.
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Better manage your risk and capital. RGA is a global industry leader specializing in life and health reinsurance and financial solutions that help clients effectively manage risk and optimize capital. RGA is widely recognized for superior risk management and underwriting expertise, innovative product design, and dedicated client focus.
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Clients consistently rank RGA as the market leader in regional surveys. In 2024, RGA was rated #1 for the 14th consecutive year on NMG Consulting’s Global All Respondents Business Capability Index, based on feedback from life and health insurance companies worldwide. Curious? Let's have a conversation.
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Multinational life and health insurers must grow in markets that are increasingly complex. RGA’s Global Accounts augments our local expertise with a global view and a central point of contact. We deliver specialized expertise, deep industry knowledge, and insight into the most disruptive innovations.
