Sanlam Reports Strong Growth And Operational Performance In Its 2025 Interim Results

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Guest – Abigail Mukhuba, Sanlam'S Group Finance Director.

Sanlam Limited reported earnings results for the half year ended June 30, 2025.Sanlam Ltd., Africa’s biggest insurer, posted record profit in the first half, paced by a recovery in its business on the continent and surging growth in India. Insurer Sanlam has reported a strong operational performance at the halfway stage of the financial year, with a 7% increase in new business volumes. Sanlam, which operates in 31 countries, has announced plans to enter into a joint venture with billionaire Patrice Motsepe-backed digital lender Tyme Bank, as it seeks to grow its personal-loans business in its home market of South Africa.
4 Sep 2025 12PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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