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Santam

South African short-term insurer

santam.co.za

Headquarters: Bellville, South Africa
Founded year: 1918
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 5,000–10,000
Industry: Property & Casualty Insurance

Last updated October 6

Latest news about Santam

In short: Santam agreed to Sanlam's full takeover offer, delivered solid H1 2026 results, and expanded its global reach.

Company announcements

October 5 Santam

Sanlam acquires remaining Santam shares for R505 each

The offer represents a 26.6% premium and aims to simplify the group structure, unlock synergies, and delist Santam from stock exchanges.

September 14 Santam

Santam appoints Curt Meyer to lead Pan-Africa and International divisions

The move aims to build stronger partnerships, deliver specialist insurance solutions, and create sustainable value for stakeholders across these regions.

September 3 Santam

Santam declares 650 cent interim dividend and reports H1 2026 results

Earnings per share rose 7% to 2,006 cents. International expansion included London and India launches. Weather losses impacted margins.

September 1 Santam

Santam appoints Holly Lufele as Executive Head of Human Capital

She brings expertise in organizational design and strategic workforce planning, joining the company as it executes its FutureFit 2030 strategy.

Media coverage

October 6 BusinessTech

South Africa's largest insurer jumps R11 billion in a day

Today, Santam is South Africa's largest short-term and general insurance company, holding a market share of approximately 22%, according to its website. For the insurance...

October 5 Bloomberg

Sanlam's $1.2 Billion Santam Bet Puts Capital Choices in Focus

Sanlam Ltd.'s $1.2 billion bid to take full ownership of Santam Ltd. will give Africa's top insurer more freedom to deploy capital across the continent...

October 4 Ad Hoc News

Santam stock reports 10 percent premium growth in H1 2026

Santam stock posted an 8.1 percent underwriting margin in H1 2026 despite ZAR 1.5 billion in weather losses. Net income reached ZAR 2.192 billion. Santam...

September 21 Ad Hoc News

Santam shares react to half-year figures and stable dividend

The Santam share price on 21.09.2026 reflects the robust premium development shown in the 2026 half-year report. In addition, the South African insurer's dividend policy remains a key stability factor for investors.

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