Absa takes insurance online
Absa has announced that its 1.3 million online banking clients will be the first in South Africa to have access to fully integrated online insurance.
With immediate effect, the bank says its clients will have access to a launch suite of six core short-term and life insurance and investment products – all on a single, secure platform.
Absa clients will be in a position to apply for and manage short-term insurance policies to cover residential buildings, household contents and vehicles.
Additionally, life insurance, funeral cover and credit protection can be serviced and will be available for purchase through Absa Online.
Chief executive for Absa Financial Services Willie Lategan, said: “We are excited about the first mover advantage this integrated online insurance platform gives us. It demonstrates our commitment to being relevant to our customers and underscores our quest to become Africa’s ‘Go-To’ bank. Our customers want convenience and we have delivered.
“In future they can interact, transact, view and amend their policies online at any time of the day and week. Our customers will get a differentiated and holistic digital experience.”