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Insurance sector flags climate change as top risk

High premium: Climate change is emerging as the local insurance sector’s biggest risk 
PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
High premium: Climate change is emerging as the local insurance sector’s biggest risk PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

One of the country’s leading insurance firms, Hollard Insure, has identified climate change as one of the most important emerging threats to the industry.

The firm pointed to the rising frequency and severity of floods and other natural disasters as a growing concern for insurance operations and for policyholders.

In recent months, Botswana has experienced unusually heavy rainfall resulting in widespread flooding that has damaged property, vehicles, and infrastructure across various parts of the country. These events have placed increased pressure on insurers prompting a reassessment of risk models and coverage policies.

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