Scaling Microinsurance in Africa: Models that Work

Scaling Microinsurance in Africa: Models that Work

Author: InsurTech Business Series May 5, 2021 Duration: 50:34
Having played in the microinsurance space in Africa for almost two decades, Richard Leftley is an authority on the topic. In our episode today, we ask him about the challenges so far, opportunities that still abound through innovation and technology and what models he has tried and which one has worked. Richard is Executive Vice President, Micro Insurance Company which was formally MicroEnsure. Register for the IBS Women In Insurance Webinar: https://www.linkedin.com/events/womenininsurance...

Tune into InsurTech Business Series for a direct line to the conversations shaping the future of insurance across Africa. This isn't about abstract theories; it’s a grounded exploration of how technology and fresh thinking are tackling real challenges and creating new opportunities, with a particular focus on markets like Nigeria. Each episode connects you with the people driving this change-from founders who are building the next wave of InsurTech startups and investors backing them, to the seasoned C-suite executives navigating this transformation from within established companies. The discussions are candid and forward-looking, digging into the practicalities of innovation on the continent. By centering African perspectives, this podcast offers a unique and essential narrative that you won't find elsewhere. If you're involved in or curious about the intersection of finance, technology, and entrepreneurship in one of the world's most dynamic regions, this series provides the context and connections to understand what's happening now and what comes next.
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