Staff Writer
HARARE, Zimbabwe is set to host the 29th Reinsurance Forum of the African Insurance Organisation (AIO), a gathering expected to bring together industry leaders, regulators, and policymakers from across the continent and beyond.
Slated for the 11th to the 15th of October 2025, the forum that will be at the Rainbow Towers Hotel in Harare will run under the theme “Growth for the African Reinsurance Industry – Navigating Global Volatility and Growing Risk Complexity”.
The event comes at a time when Africa’s reinsurance industry is grappling with mounting global uncertainties, from climate change to geopolitical instability, requiring innovative strategies to sustain growth.
In his welcome remarks, Chairperson of the Local Organising Committee and CEO of NICOZ Diamond, David Nyabadza, said preparations were at an advanced stage, with Zimbabwe ready to deliver a successful event.
“On behalf of the Local Organising Committee and the Zimbabwe insurance market, it is my pleasure and privilege to extend a heartfelt welcome to Harare, the vibrant heart of Zimbabwe, for the 29th African Insurance Organisation Reinsurance Forum,” he said.
“We are incredibly proud to host you at the iconic Rainbow Towers Hotel and International Conference Centre, a venue designed to inspire collaboration and information exchange. As we delve into the crucial insurance matters guided by the theme “Growth for the African Reinsurance Industry – Navigating Global Volatility and Growing Risk Complexity”, we shall all benefit from the collective reflections and commitment to advancing our industry amidst evolving global landscapes.”
Nyabadza said Zimbabwe’s insurance industry, in partnership with the Insurance and Pensions Commission (IPEC) and the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion, was fully committed to ensuring the forum provides meaningful engagement and tangible outcomes for the sector.
Delegates are expected to deliberate on strategies to strengthen Africa’s reinsurance industry against the backdrop of global uncertainties, shifting risk dynamics, and the demand for innovation in insurance solutions.
Delegates are also expected to explore opportunities for collaboration, policy alignment, and investment across the continent’s insurance value chain.
Beyond the formal sessions, participants will also have the opportunity to experience Zimbabwe’s culture and hospitality offerings.
The AIO Reinsurance Forum is regarded as one of the most significant annual gatherings for the continent’s insurance and reinsurance market, offering a platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and policy dialogue.
