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Be Safe – Because encouraging Namibians to be safe is at the heart of what we do
What we do
Safe driving is everyone’s responsibility, and it is important that the necessary precautions are taken to lessen the chance of having an accident.
Santam News
Our latest TV ad: One-of-a-kind insurance for a one-of-a-kind country
Our new TV ad takes a fly-on-the-wall look at foreigners from India to the UK, from the Netherlands to Japan, as they share anecdotes about South Africa with their friends. Take a look and tell us what you think.
Business advice
Award-winning entrepreneur Lindiwe Matlalis secrets to her success
It’s a first-of-its-kind block-based coding platform to teach school children to code, from foundational phase up, in their mother tongues.
Home advice
Our guide to home contents insurance - and why combining cover saves you money
What you own is more than just stuff. It takes a lifetime to build up a collection of prized possessions so it’s important to ensure, should any of these possessions get lost or damaged, that you have enough financial support to repair or replace them.
Car advice
3 easy steps to trading in your car
Trading in your old car for a shiny newer model is by far the most convenient way to upgrade your set of wheels. Although you will get more money selling it yourself, most dealerships will fall over themselves to sell you a great value second-hand car. The trick to getting the best deal is to do your homework and be a savvy negotiator. Follow these three steps to win at trading in.
Intermediary advice
Cyber crime is huge: how to protect your business
Cyber criminals no longer only target large corporates. Big or small business, city or small town – no one is exempt from criminals trying to gain access to your money or personal information. South Africa has the third highest number of cyber crime victims worldwide, while cyber crime is now the fourth most reported economic crime in South Africa, according to the findings of PwC's 2016 Global Economic Crime Survey.
Weather
What to do in the event of an earthquake
Earthquakes or tremors are not common in South Africa but the 5’5 magnitude earthquake in Orkney in August 2014 highlighted the importance and value of ensuring your own safety and the safety of those you love. Santam’s experts recommend the following guidelines in the event of an earthquake, severe tremor, no matter where you are.