Road safety in peril: Cellphone distractions are the biggest culprit, unveils Discovery Insure
Cellphone distractions now top the list of risky driving behaviours in South Africa, new research by Discovery Insure reveals.
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Discovery Invest shakes up the market with R20bn investor windfall, launch of longevity solution, 100% return in USD dollars and Bitcoin fund
Discovery Invest has returned over R20 billion to its investors in shared-value rewards. The Discovery Group-owned asset manager has paid out R6.8 billion of those benefits to clients. Another R13.2 billion has accrued to clients who haven’t reached retirement or the end of their long-term investments, which will be paid out in the coming years.
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Discovery Life pays R10.5 billion to clients in 2023
18 April 2024, Johannesburg - Discovery Life published its 2023 claims experience showing positive trends in earlier detection of severe illnesses, influenced by an increase in health screenings, and significant decrease in COVID-19 claims.
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Madison Life Insurance Zambia Limited (MLife), in partnership with Vitality Health International, excites Zambia with the launch of new health insurance offerings, and innovative benefits
The MLife and Vitality Health International partnership highlights joint commitment to enhancing the quality of lives in Zambia.
Lusaka, Zambia 10 April 2024: MLife, a highly trusted brand that pioneered the introduction of Health Insurance in Zambia, and Vitality Health International, an innovative healthcare insurer, today announced their partnership and launch of their ground-breaking insura -
47% of Discovery Insure drivers have hybrid working arrangements in place
Hard lockdowns may feel like a lifetime ago but working from home (WFH) isn’t going anywhere. This is according to Discovery Insure data released today, analysing the driving trends of Vitality Drive programme members, which reveals that 23% of its clients who began working from home during the Covid-19 pandemic are still not back in office full time.
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Discovery Health Medical Scheme’s WELLTH Fund pays out more than R600 million since January 2023
The WELLTH Fund has already paid out over R600 million to Discovery Health Medical Scheme (DHMS) members since it launched in January 2023. The once-off benefit will be available until 31 December 2024. The top five services DHMS members used their WELLTH Fund benefit for in 2023 were to fund visits to dentists, GPs, physiotherapists, optometrists and to obstetricians and gynaecologists. In 2
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South African spending remains resilient with strong adoption of digital wallet use compared with global peers: SpendTrend24 report
Discovery Bank and Visa today released their latest SpendTrend24 report, a comprehensive study of consumer spending habits.
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Breast Health Foundation and Discovery Fund brings essential women’s healthcare services to members of the community in Mpumalanga
03 April 2024, Johannesburg – The Breast Health Foundation (BHF), supported by the Discovery Fund, successfully renovated and inaugurated the Pfukani Women’s Clinic at Tintswalo Hospital in Acornhoek, Mpumalanga, with the ambition to bring critical healthcare services closer to members of the community.
In April 2002, the Breast Health Foundation was established as a Not-for-Profit Organisatio -
Discovery eyes future growth with positive half-year results and monthly operational break-even for Discovery Bank
Johannesburg, 20 March 2024 – Discovery today presented a strong set of half-year results to the investor community, with an update on Discovery Bank reaching its monthly operational break-even ahead of the Group’s target date. Group Chief Executive, Adrian Gore, commented, “In an environment characterised by continued macroeconomic complexities, Discovery delivered a strong operating performance
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Everyday medicines can damage your kidneys. Here’s what you need to know
The medicines you use on a regular basis could be harming your kidneys. Knowing how to protect your kidneys can help prevent you from developing chronic kidney disease and other life-threatening conditions.
All drugs can have a negative effect on kidney health, whether they are prescribed or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, or chronic consumption of illegal drugs or alcohol. Even some medicin -
Walking 5,000 steps three times a week could add three years to life expectancy
New research by Vitality and the London School of Economics shows that walking at least 5,000 steps three times a week is a milestone habit that, when maintained for two years, can add up to three years to a previously inactive individual’s life expectancy and reduce their healthcare costs by up to 13%.
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Check your health: Discovery Vitality research emphasises the prevalence of obesity and shows people are not screening enough
An analysis conducted by Discovery Vitality across South Africa between 2019 and 2023 shows that health screening rates are lower than they should be.
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Cogence 2024 Market Outlook: The Great Unknown emerging as new mega forces shape the world of investing
The unexpected resilience of developed markets in 2023 has placed global investors on a strong footing going into 2024. That said, Discretionary Fund Manager Cogence, and its partners BlackRock and RisCura, believe the world is entering a new period – The Great Unknown – as fracturing deepens and a record number of countries go to the polls.
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Vitality members can now save 20% on padel bookings
Vitality members can now get an upfront 20% discount on court bookings with the ability to book up to four weeks in advance at over 100 padel courts around the country.
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The Discovery Pothole Patrol formalises its Academy to create jobs and drive sustainable change
Johannesburg, 28 February 2024: Discovery is proud to announce the official launch of the Discovery Pothole Patrol Academy in partnership with Avis Southern Africa.
Following a successful pilot in 2023 with 18 learners, the Academy is now accredited by the Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA) to offer a 12-month practical skills training programme providing an NQF Level 3 -
Leading health insurer’s ambition to help create a healthier Africa continues to gain momentum
Leading health insurer’s ambition to help create a healthier Africa continues to gain momentumVitality Health International, the innovative health insurer that provides leading healthcare solutions to employers in Africa, has announced additional benefits, improved access to accredited healthcare provider networks, and a new health insurance plan to further broaden access of comprehensive healthca
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Discovery donates 15,000 balls to support sports development at local schools
Discovery and its clients donated 10 000 netballs and 5 000 rugby balls to non-profit sports development organisations who work with schools across South Africa.
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Vitality Year in Review 2023: A journey to the moon… 1,713 times!
Vitality members collectively recorded 87 million workouts in 2023 and achieved other fascinating milestones and great rewards for staying healthy.
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Discovery Invest 2024 market outlook - A year of selective opportunities that require taking control
When looking at the past year’s market performance, clear structural changes have emerged. Today’s new market regime demands a pragmatic shift to find value for investors.
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Discovery Health Medical Scheme data shows over R3.2 billion paid for cancer treatment in 2023
Regular cancer screening is lifesaving - the earlier you catch cancer, the better your outcomes
With World Cancer Day commemorated every year on 4 February, latest claims data from Discovery Health Medical Scheme (DHMS) shows an improvement in cancer screening rates following the dip noted during the pandemic period from 2020 to 2022. For the most part they have returned to pre-pandemic levels.
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