The Directorate General of Hajj and Umrah Economic Ecosystem Development (PE2HU) at the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is strengthening efforts to improve protection for Umrah pilgrims by developing the Umrah Travel Shariah Insurance (ASPU) ecosystem.
Abu Dhabi-headquartered Al Ain Ahlia Insurance Co (AAAIC) has reported slower topline growth and weaker underwriting results than similarly rated peers over the past few years, noted S&P Global Ratings (S&P).
NZI, a brand of IAG, has announced the appointments of Mr Kent Chaplin as Head of Liability, effective September; and Mr Troy Sexton as Executive Manager, Portfolio Performance and Strategy, effective 20 July 2026.
The Finance Committee of the Jordan Insurance Federation (JIF) is studying a proposed new model and guidelines for calculating the solvency margins of insurers.
Gross written premiums for Kuwait's insurance market retreated in the fiscal year ended 31 March 2026 (FY2026), with the fall attributed largely to the health insurance business, according to the Insurance Regulatory Unit's latest Annual Report.
Everest Group has promoted Mr Craig Hanrahan to the role of Global Distribution and Chief Commercial Officer, effective 1 August 2026.
Liberty Mutual Insurance has promoted Mr Gareth Rees to the role of Global Lines Leader for its Global Transaction Solutions (GTS) business.
The size of the insurance market in Central Africa is about $1.1bn, with a penetration rate of no more than 0.7%, indicating the enormous potential for growth, especially with increasing urbanisation and infrastructure development, said the Insurers Federation of Egypt (IFE).