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Understanding how SA's insurers cover mental health related matters

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GUEST - Tom Crotty, Head of Risk Optimisation at Liberty

Stress, anxiety, and depression are taking a heavy toll on South Africans. According to Liberty’s 2023 claim statistics, mental health challenges are emerging as a health risk and in light of this, the insurer is encouraging South Africans to prioritise their mental wellbeing and to seek the necessary help when faced with life changing events.
10 Oct 2024 2PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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