Topics: Corporate Information

Discovery Green launches EnergyOS: the system that turns renewable energy from a risk into an advantage for businesses in South Africa

22 September 2026 12:00

For many businesses, procuring renewable energy is no longer the problem. The harder challenge is ensuring that the energy procured consistently delivers the financial and sustainability outcomes the business expects.
Businesses face a renewable-energy trilemma: maximising savings, reducing emissions and managing financial risk. Yet traditional renewable-energy procurement has largely focused o

Discovery lifts Will completion and storage rate by 37% through behavioural incentives

14 September 2026 14:00

Key data and insights:
Clients with Vitality Money have a 37% higher Will completion and storage rate. 6 in 10 clients without Vitality Money don’t return their Will for secure storage, leaving the original document at risk of loss, damage, or being difficult to find when needed. Discovery’s quality checks catch signing errors in 18% of Wills (1 in 5) returned for storage, allowing these err

1 in 4 structural fires are now solar-related, says Fire Ops SA and Discovery Insure

8 September 2026 13:27

South Africa’s rapid shift to residential solar has created a growing structural fire risk, with Fire Ops SA and Discovery Insure urging homeowners to have their solar systems regularly inspected and maintained to reduce risk.

AI boom creates opportunities beyond technology stocks

7 September 2026 15:57

Johannesburg, 7 September 2026 – The rapid growth of artificial intelligence is creating investment opportunities beyond technology companies. Demand is increasing for the energy, infrastructure and physical resources needed to power the AI economy.
This was a key insight from Discovery Invest’s quarterly In Conversation with Ninety Onesession, held in Johannesburg on 31 August 2026 with Ninety

Discovery grows operating profit 17% to R17.75bn as Bank drives new strategic phase

3 September 2026 11:03

Discovery's annual results for the year ended 30 June 2026 reflect an exceptional year. Group operating profit grew by 17%, and normalised headline earnings grew by 21%. For the first time, operating profit exceeded US$1 billion - an important milestone for Discovery.

Personal Health Pathways helps women take earlier preventive health action

31 August 2026 08:39

New Discovery Health data published as Women's Month ends shows strong female engagement with personalised health actions, screening and day-to-day healthcare support.

The 2026 ASK AFRICA Orange Index recognises Discovery Bank as the country’s Winning Bank Service, continuing an unbroken streak of recognition that began in 2022

27 August 2026 12:00

Johannesburg, 27 August 2026 – Discovery Bank has been voted South Africa’s Winning Bank Service in the 2026 ASK AFRICA Orange Index™, marking the fifth consecutive year that clients have placed the Bank at the top of the banking category for customer experience.
The latest recognition extends Discovery Bank’s unbroken run as the banking category winner from 2022 to 2026. In a category where le

Non-disclosure: a common reason life insurance claims are declined

25 August 2026 08:30

When you take out life insurance, you’ll be asked about your medical history and lifestyle. Being open and accurate upfront helps ensure that your cover works as intended. Missing information, even if left out unintentionally, can have adverse consequences for your cover and your loved ones’ financial security.

‘Debt Reset’ helps employees break the debt cycle while protecting long-term retirement outcomes

17 August 2026 15:32

Discovery Corporate and Employee Benefits has launched Debt Reset, an innovative retirement fund benefit designed to help employees redirect retirement contributions towards debt repayment for a limited period and subsequently receive a retirement Boost that helps restore their long-term retirement trajectory.

7 estate planning questions every woman should ask herself

4 August 2026 08:46

No two women’s lives look the same. Whether you’re building a career, raising children, growing your wealth, starting over after a major life change or enjoying retirement, your estate plan should evolve with you. As your life changes, so do your responsibilities, priorities and the legacy you want to leave behind. That’s why estate planning should reflect your life today and the people who matter

Discovery Insure joins global leaders in landmark United Nations (UN) commitment to safer roads at UN Headquarters in New York

27 July 2026 08:58

Discovery Insure has been recognised as a global leader in road safety after becoming one of only four private sector organisations invited to make a formal pledge at the UN Road Safety Fund Partnership Pledging Conference in New York.

What happens to your crypto after your death?

21 July 2026 08:55

Over 7,8 million South Africans now own cryptocurrency, yet most haven’t considered what happens to their digital assets if they die. Harry Joffe, Head of Legal Services at Discovery Life, explains how to ensure your crypto doesn’t become inaccessible to the people you leave behind.

Poor sleep is one of the biggest blind spots in road safety, Discovery Insure research reveals

15 July 2026 08:38

Discovery Insure research shows that poor and inconsistent sleep is one of the strongest predictors of vehicle accident risk, up to five times more predictive than traditional insurance risk factors. The findings have led to the launch of Vitality Drive Sleep Points to encourage healthier sleep habits and ultimately make South Africa’s roads safer.

Discovery Insure’s Amazing Race-style challenge brings insurance to life at ‘A Drive Like No Other’

15 July 2026 08:00

Usually, we experience insurance when something goes wrong. At Discovery Insure’s A Drive Like No Other event, media and content creators experienced a different side to insurance: one focused on preventing risk, responding when it matters most and rewarding positive behavioural change.

Discovery named headline partner of the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD 2027, unlocks early access for Discovery Bank clients

9 July 2026 12:31

Johannesburg, 9 July 2026 – For the first time in the race's history, runners will be able to bypass the ballot for the Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD (TTOM), provided they are qualifying Discovery Bank clients.
Discovery today announced that it has been named the official Health, Wellness and Banking Partner of the 2027 Totalsports TWO OCEANS MARATHON powered by BYD. The partne

Discovery Health Medical Scheme demonstrates resilience, affordability and innovation at 2026 AGM

26 June 2026 09:48

Discovery Health Medical Scheme (DHMS) reaffirmed its financial resilience and commitment to member value at its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) which was held virtually yesterday (25 June 2026), against a backdrop of sustained pressure on household healthcare costs.

Renewable energy by Discovery Green powers sustainably sourced timber

23 June 2026 08:30

Discovery Green, a Discovery Limited business, is proud to announce the signing of a 10-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with JSE-listed company, York Timber Holdings (“York Timbers”), the largest solid wood processor in South Africa.. The agreement will support greater cost efficiencies in York Timbers' operations and marks a significant step in the company's ongoing journey to embed sustainab

Too young for life insurance cover? The data suggests otherwise

22 June 2026 08:12

Discovery Life claims data shows that serious illness and disability can affect young adults far earlier than many people expect. Over the last five years, Discovery Life paid R378 million in claims to clients under 30.
Johannesburg, 22 June – If you’re in your 20s and building a career, life insurance may not be high up on your list of priorities. It can feel like something you’ll need later i

New Discovery Health report shows mortality declines by 5.6% over the past decade as earlier intervention and behaviour change improve outcomes

10 June 2026 12:28

The HealthTrend26 Report by Discovery Health is based on more than 60 million life-years of clinical, lifestyle and behavioural data from Discovery Health Medical Scheme, covering over 2.7 million members. Over the past decade, mortality has declined by 5.6%, reflecting deliberate action through earlier diagnosis, better treatment and sustained behaviour change.

Ahead of Youth Month, corporate South Africa rallied around volunteering as a pathway to employability

9 June 2026 10:29

09 June 2026, Johannesburg, South Africa – Corporate leaders, global volunteer organisations, youth development practitioners and technology partners gathered at Discovery’s Sandton head office in May 2026 for a high-level dialogue focused on one of South Africa’s most urgent priorities: creating meaningful pathways for young people into the economy.
Hosted by Discovery in partnership with the