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Sanlam

Financial services group in Africa and Europe

sanlamonline.co.za

Headquarters: South Africa
Company type: Private company
Number of employees: 20,000+
Industry: Life & Health Insurance

Last updated October 21

Latest news about Sanlam

In short: Sanlam reported a profit decline, advanced its Santam acquisition, launched banking, and expanded in Kenya and Morocco.

Company announcements

October 14 Sanlam

Sanlam and Santam correct shareholding figures in acquisition plan

The correction clarifies beneficial ownership at 61.9% and increases Scheme Consideration coverage, while the R505 per share price remains unchanged.

October 5 Sanlam

Sanlam announces acquisition of Santam for R505 per share

Sanlam will acquire all remaining Santam shares via scheme of arrangement. The all-cash offer includes a premium and triggers automatic delisting from major exchanges.

September 10 Sanlam

Sanlam reports strong H1 2026 earnings growth

The group highlights 22% new business growth and optimistic full-year guidance despite weather-related claims and market headwinds.

August 7 Sanlam

Sanlam appoints Howard Walker as independent non-executive director

The appointment takes effect on 11 August 2026 and strengthens the Board with his actuarial expertise and strategic advisory experience.

Media coverage

October 21 Medias24

Sanlam Maroc: investments are costly, a loss of 88.6 million MAD in net profit before merger

Sanlam Maroc reports a loss of 88.6 million MAD in net profit for the first half of 2026, penalized by its investments, while insurance remains profitable. The accounts...

October 18 The Star

Sanlam Allianz plans Sh38.5bn life insurance merger as NSE stocks slide

The move comes as insurers face pressure to improve operational efficiency, strengthen distribution and manage costs in a competitive market.

October 14 MoneyMorning

After Santam, Could This Be The Next JSE Buyout Target For Sanlam?

Last week, one of South Africa's most important financial stories of the year landed on SENS. Sanlam (JSE: SLM), through its subsidiary Sanlam Life, made...

October 7 Ad Hoc News

Sanlam stock targets Santam after core earnings rose 1 percent

NSX reported Sanlam's unaudited results for the six months ended June 30, 2026, with comparable core earnings up 1 percent to ZAR 7.377 billion. Comparable...

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