Reinsurance

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Definition of “Reinsurance” :

Reinsurance is a practice where an insurance company transfers a portion of its risk portfolio to another insurer, known as the reinsurer. This is done to manage risk exposure and protect themselves from significant losses. In South Africa, reinsurance is regulated by the Prudential Authority under the South African Reserve Bank.

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