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Sanlam's first-half profit fell 22% due to increased weather-related claims in South Africa and a strong rand, despite healthy client activity.

Sanlam's profit fell 22% due to high claims and weakness in India, but the company plans to launch transactional banking services in Africa's biggest economy by early 2027 after receiving regulatory approval.

Sanlam is entering the South African banking sector with a phased launch of transactional banking services starting November 2026, despite a recent decline in core earnings.

Sanlam received approval to distribute transactional banking products, including deposits and loans, via a partnership with GoTyme, backed by Patrice Motsepe, entering the banking market without creating its own licensed bank.

Sanlam's first-half profit growth slowed to 1% due to severe weather and large claims, despite strong cash flows and new business volumes, with the company focusing on strategic initiatives and operational improvements for recovery.

Sanlam reported a 1% increase in comparable core earnings and significant growth in new business volumes and client cash flows for the first half of 2026, despite impacts from weather-related claims and currency fluctuations.

Sanlam Investments uses a connected investment system and client guidance to navigate market volatility, focusing on transparency and diversification to build investor confidence.

Sanlam Maroc is partnering with Inaya to provide homecare and specialized medical assistance to its policyholders through digital platforms.

Sanlam is integrating cloud-based HR technology and talent analytics to improve workforce planning and employee experience.

Sanlam Group received regulatory approval from the CCI to acquire a 2.80% stake in Shriram Life Insurance Company through a preferential issue.

Martin Oduor-Otieno, the former KCB Group CEO, has been appointed as chairman of Allianz-Sanlam Insurance Kenya, reinforcing his influential status in the Kenyan boardroom landscape.

Dr. Martin Oduor-Otieno, a former KCB CEO, has been appointed as the new Board Chairman for Sanlam Allianz Kenya, succeeding long-serving chair Dr. John Simba.

Sanlam Maroc launched a new motor insurance guarantee that covers the cost of deductibles up to 2,500 MAD for responsible claims.

Sanlam Investments is pivoting its growth strategy toward alternative assets, indexation, and private wealth to provide tailored financial solutions for institutional and retail clients.

Ninety One returned to growth and significantly expanded its assets under management through a major strategic partnership with Sanlam.

Ninety One reached record AUM and returned to positive net inflows following the successful integration of Sanlam's active asset management business.

Sanlam is a leading South African financial services group specializing in life insurance, savings, and investment management.

Glacier by Sanlam's international managing director is stepping down from his role.

Assets under management at Ninety One rose following a major transaction with Sanlam.

Ninety One increased its assets under management by 31% to £171.8bn following a major strategic acquisition of Sanlam's active asset management businesses.