In this episode of the Insight Podcast "In Focus," we welcome Dr. Michael Gone from Kenya to discuss his fascinating journey in the healthcare sector. Recorded at the Board of Health Funders Conference 2024, Dr. Gone shares his experiences and the significant strides Rwanda has made in its public healthcare system.

Dr. Gone provides an overview of Rwanda's healthcare framework, highlighting the success of the Community-Based Health Insurance (CBHI) scheme, which covers over 80% of the population. He explains the critical aspects that led to CBHI's success, such as compulsory enrolment and public sector service provision.

Dive deep into the specifics of Rwanda's healthcare reforms, including the move towards capitation payment mechanisms and the role of the Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) in managing funds and claims. Dr. Gone also discusses private sector engagement and the collaboration between public and private entities to enhance healthcare delivery in Rwanda.

Join us for an enlightening conversation on the transformation of Rwanda's healthcare system and the lessons it offers for other nations.

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In this episode of In Focus with Insight, Pamela Hellig, Head of Insight Life Solutions, hosts a special edition of the Open Books series. This episode marks the celebration of Insight's 10th anniversary, with special guest Christoff Raath, CEO of Insight Actuarial Solutions.

Christoff Raath, a renowned health actuary with over 20 years of experience, shares some of his life and career journey through the books that he has read and loved.

Join the conversation as Christoff delves into his reading habits, from science fiction, fantasy and computer programming in high school to business literature and philosophy in his adult life.

Don't miss this engaging discussion on Life, the Universe and Everything, all while celebrating a decade of Insight.

Christoff's book picks:

The Road Less Traveled by M. Scott Peck

Fooled by Randomness by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson

A Conflict of Visions by Thomas Sowell

Bad Blood by John Carreyrou

Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams

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Christoff's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christoff-raath-66336a3/

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Welcome to In Focus with Insight! Hosted by Pamela Hellig, Head of Insight Life Solutions, the Open Books series delves into the inspiring stories of actuaries and the books that have shaped their professional and personal lives.

In this episode, Pamela is joined by Rosanne Harris, a distinguished healthcare actuary with a rich career in the actuarial profession. Rosanne studied at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), where she still teaches, and she qualified as an actuary in 1996. Throughout her career, Rosanne has made significant contributions to the actuarial community. She has chaired numerous committees, including the Health Committee, Transformation Committee, Tuition Committee, and the Education Board of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (ASSA). Notably, she served as ASSA president from 2016 to 2017 and was the president of the International Actuarial Association (IAA) in 2022.

Currently, Rosanne heads the Policy and Regulatory Affairs Unit at Discovery Health and serves as an adjunct professor in the School of Statistics and Actuarial Science.

Join Pamela and Rosanne as they explore Rosanne's career journey, her work on phenomena such as Covid and NHI, and the books that have influenced her along the way. This episode offers a blend of professional insights and literary inspiration, perfect for anyone interested in how actuaries can contribute to solving societal problems, healthcare, or a love of reading.

Roseanne's book picks:

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey

Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman

Justice: A Personal Account by Edwin Camerom

Animal Farm by George Orwell

Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell

Connect with Roseanne Harris on these platforms:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roseanne-harris-73175112/

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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Open Books podcast on In Focus with Insight! Hosted by Pamela Hellig, Head of Insight Life Solutions, this series explores the lives and careers of fascinating individuals in the actuarial and insurance communities through the lens of the books that have influenced them.

In this episode, Pamela sits down with Elsa Beytell, Head of the Internal Consulting Unit at Old Mutual. She has a wealth of experience in the global financial sector, having worked in SA and the UK. She started her career in South Africa before moving to the UK where she predominantly worked at Old Mutual Plc and at Swiss Re. After 12 years in the UK Elsa return to South Africa where she was the Managing Director of OMART, a cell captive life insurer, before she joined the Internal Consultancy at the end of 2021.

Join us as Elsa shares insights into her career, her passion for books, and how literature has shaped her professional journey. From her early love of reading to the impactful leadership lessons drawn from classics like Viktor Frankl's "Man's Search for Meaning" and Edith Eger's "The Choice", Elsa's story is one of resilience, growth, and eternal curiosity.

Don't miss this episode as we delve into Elsa's experiences, her approach to leadership, and the innovative projects keeping her busy at Old Mutual. Whether you're an avid reader, an insurance professional, or someone interested in personal development, this conversation promises to be enlightening and inspiring.

Elsa’s book picks:

Man’s Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl

The Choice by Edith Eger

Books by Jim Collins and Clayton Christianson

When breath becomes air by Paul Kalanithi

Think again by Adam Grant

Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

Connect with Elsa Beytell on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elsa-beytell-558a96/

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In the latest episode of our Open Books series on the In Focus with Insight podcast, viewers are in for a treat as host Pamela Hellig, Head of Insight Life Solutions, picks the brain of Louis Rossouw, an esteemed figure in the actuarial community. Louis, serving as the Segment Head of Research and Analytics at Gen Re, as well as on the ASSA Council, brings a wealth of expertise and curiosity to the table. Many in the actuarial community are familiar with Louis's engaging presentations showcased at conventions and seminars, where he shares his ground-breaking research and insights. Join us as we delve into Louis Rossouw's literary journey, uncovering the books that have shaped his perspectives and inspired his remarkable contributions to the field.

Louis' book picks:

The Foundation Universe by Isaac Asimov

Middle Earth by JRR Tolkien

The Discworld Series Terry Pratchett

The Space Odyssey series by Arthur C Clarke

Sophie’s World by Jostein Gaarder

Connect with Louis Rossouw on these platforms:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisrossouw/

Twitter or X: https://twitter.com/lrossouw

Blog: https://unsupervised.online/

GitHub: https://github.com/lrossouw

Gen Re website: https://www.genre.com/us/knowledge/contributors/louis-rossouw

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Welcome to The In Focus Podcast brought to you by Insight, hosted by Nicole Kriek and featuring guest Andrew Le Roux. Andrew shares insights from his diverse career, spanning from his time at Old Mutual to his current venture in the health-tech sector. He discusses the broader impact actuaries can make beyond traditional roles and also reflects on his experience on the Council of the Actuarial Society of South Africa. The conversation explores the importance of mental health advocacy, highlighting Andrew's involvement in a startup focusing on employee well-being. Lastly, Andrew sheds light on his role in a tech company in the mining industry, emphasising the value of business expertise in complementing technical skills. Join them for a discussion on career diversification, societal impact and finding your personal niche.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-le-roux/

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Welcome to the latest episode of Open Books – a series of the In Focus with Insight podcast. In this instalment, Pamela Hellig, Head of Insight Life Solutions, gets to know NED, author, executive coach, speaker and actuary, Marjorie Ngwenya, through the books she has read and loved.

Marjorie is known in actuarial circles for, amongst many other things, having been the youngest person and first person of colour to serve as President of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, and for being an external member of the Prudential Regulation Committee of the Bank England. In this episode of Open Books, we learn more about her passion for mentoring, coaching, and, of course, reading, by looking at her career journey through the lens of the books she considers to have been most influential in her life.

Marjorie is not only a reader, but also a published author. We talk about her new book, "Empowered Evolution”, which aims to empower individuals to shape their mindsets, discover their purpose, and thrive with momentum.

Marjorie’s book picks:

• A Course in Miracles by Helen Schucman

• The Courage to be Disliked by Fumitake Koga and Ichiro Kishimi

• A Fine Balance by Rohinton Mistry

• Dune by Frank Herbert

• Letting Go by David Hawkins

Connect with Marjorie Ngwenya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marjoriengwenya/

Visit her website: https://aboutmarjorie.com/

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachmarj/

Buy Marjorie’s book, “Empowered Evolution”: https://www.amazon.com/Empowered-Evolution-Mindset-Discover-Momentum/dp/1948382741

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Join host, Pamela Hellig as she gets to know Nalen Naidoo.

Nalen is a highly-respected actuary who, after an illustrious career in insurance, made the switch to join Naspers, where he heads up the Property24 business.

He also holds various leadership positions in Board structures, and is the Chair of the ASSA Education Board, Chair of the ASSA Transformation Committee, and is ASSA President-Elect.

In this episode, Pamela and Nalen discuss sleep, servant leadership, data-driven decisions and how an actuary becomes head of an online property- and cars- online classifieds company.

Nalen’s book picks:

• Why We Sleep - Matthew Walker

• Factfulness - Hans Rosling

• Autobiography of a Yogi - Parmahansa Yogananda

• The Happiest Man on Earth - Eddie Jaku

• Cultural Intelligence - Julia Middleton

Connect with Nalen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nalen-naidoo-69b36818/?originalSubdomain=za

Visit our website: https://www.insight.co.za/

Join host, Pamela Hellig as she gets to know Nalen Naidoo.

Nalen is a highly-respected actuary who, after an illustrious career in insurance, made the switch to join Naspers, where he heads up the Property24 business.

He also holds various leadership positions in Board structures, and is the Chair of the ASSA Education Board, Chair of the ASSA Transformation Committee, and is ASSA President-Elect.

In this episode, Pamela and Nalen discuss sleep, servant leadership, data-driven decisions and how an actuary becomes head of an online property- and cars- online classifieds company.

Nalen’s book picks:

• Why We Sleep - Matthew Walker

• Factfulness - Hans Rosling

• Autobiography of a Yogi - Parmahansa Yogananda

• The Happiest Man on Earth - Eddie Jaku

• Cultural Intelligence - Julia Middleton

Connect with Nalen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nalen-naidoo-69b36818/?originalSubdomain=za

Visit our website: https://www.insight.co.za/

Join Lubaletu Dube in an illuminating interview with meditation experts Suveer Nundlall and Akshay Rampersad. Discover the essence of meditation as they discuss its types and techniques, clarifying misconceptions along the way.

Gain insights into enhancing mental clarity and emotional resilience. Whether you're new to meditation or seeking to deepen your practice, this conversation offers valuable guidance.

Subscribe now for a journey towards inner peace and self-discovery through meditation.

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