(The agenda is currently being developed and is subject to change. Time slots and presentation topics are subject to changes upon confirmation of selected speakers and panel expert
Digital Transformation & AI Integration
Digital Transformation & AI Integration African insurers must leapfrog legacy systems and adopt data-driven operations to stay competitive and reduce costs. Key Discussion Points • The next frontier in underwriting, claims, and customer experience. • AI, automation, and analytics are reshaping underwriting, claims, and distribution.
- 10:15am - 11:10am
- Virtual
Inclusive & Micro-Insurance Growth
Africa’s insurance penetration averages <3%; inclusive models can unlock massive growth while supporting SDG goals Key Discussion Points • Expanding access through mobile, fintech, and community-based models.
- 11:00 - 13:00
- Virtual
Climate Risk & Parametric Insurance
Climate events are rising in frequency; parametric solutions offer fast payouts and resilience for vulnerable communities Key Discussion Points • Using parametric products to address droughts, floods, and crop loss.
- 11:30am- 12:00pm
- Harry Croydon Chief Executive Officer Micro Insurance Company
- Virtual
Regulatory Modernisation & Regional Harmonisation
Cross-border trade and reinsurance growth need unified, modern regulations to attract investment and manage systemic risk. Key Discussion Points • Aligning frameworks to support cross-border growth • Strengthening solvency, capital, and consumer protection frameworks.
- 12:00-13:00
- Virtual
Reinsurance Market Evolution
African insurers depend heavily on reinsurance—local capacity and alternative capital sources are essential for sustainability. Key Discussion Points • Reinsurance Strategies for a Volatile Market – Capacity, pricing, and alternative risk transfer solutions. • Reinsurers are tightening capacity and raising rates; new risk-sharing models are emerging.
- 14:00-15:00
Data as a Strategic Asset
Better data enables accurate pricing, fraud reduction, and improved product innovation in markets with limited historic data. Key Discussion Points • From limited datasets to real-time, IoT-driven risk insights.
- 09:15- 10:30
Embedded & On-Demand Insurance
Africa’s digital ecosystems enable new customer touchpoints and reduce distribution costs. Key Discussion Points • Partnering with telecoms, ride-hailing, and e-commerce platforms to distribute micro-products.
- 10:3am0 - 11:15 am
- Virtual
Cyber Risk & Digital Resilience
As African markets digitize, cyber exposure rises sharply—cyber insurance demand will surge. Key Discussion Points: • Growing cyber threats demand new insurance solutions and internal cybersecurity frameworks. • Protecting Africa’s emerging digital insurance infrastructure.
- 11:15am-12:30pm
- Virtual
Talent & Leadership for the Digital Era
The talent gap is one of the biggest barriers to digital transformation in African insurance. Key Discussion Points: • Building the human capital needed for a modern insurance sector. • Developing new skill sets in data science, digital marketing, and innovation leadership.
- 12:30-13:30pm
- Virtual
Public-Private Partnerships & Sovereign Risk Pools
Shared risk models improve regional resilience and attract global reinsurance capital. Key Discussion Points • Expanding initiatives like African Risk Capacity (ARC) to cover climate, health, and food security risks.
- 14:00-15:00
- B
Sustainability, ESG, and Responsible Investment
Global capital increasingly demands ESG alignment; African insurers must adapt to attract funding and reinsurance support. Key Discussion Points • Integrating ESG into underwriting and investment decision-making
- 14:00-15:00
- B
Customer Trust, Experience & Transparency
Customer confidence is still low in many markets; transparency is key to driving uptake and retention. Key Discussion Points • Building trust through fair claims handling, financial literacy,