Insurance Matters

Episode 3 closes the series with heartfelt reflections on leadership, legacy, and Continental Re’s Pan-African identity. From nurturing local talent to building lasting relationships, the conversation highlights empathy, context intelligence, and the company’s long-term vision—culminating in initiatives like the Journalism Awards and CRe Academy that shape Africa’s insurance future.

In this episode, the conversation turns deeply personal as we revisit the bold decisions, cultural leaps, and leadershiptransitions that defined a transformative era at Continental Re. From turning branches into subsidiaries to prioritizing local talent and succession planning, it’s a heartfelt reflection on building not just a company—but a legacy.

Step into the inner circle of leadership with our exclusive three-part podcast series, “The Wisdom Circle.” To mark Continental Re’s 40th anniversary, we bring you a rare and moving conversation between past and present leaders — Mr. Adeyemo Adejumo, Dr. Femi Oyetunji, and current Group Managing Director Mr. Lawrence Nazare. In this intergenerational dialogue, they reflect on four decades of grit, growth, and groundbreaking vision. From the company’s early capital constraints to becoming a pan-African reinsurance powerhouse, this series captures untold stories, bold decisions, and deeply human moments that shaped Continental Re. Listen in as they share timeless lessons on African leadership, mentorship, innovation, and building institutions that endure. Discover how their collective wisdom charts a path for the next generation —and why Africa’s future depends on those bold enough to own it. We stand on the shoulders of giants. This is their story.

A thought-provoking session with speaker William Mzimba, on balancing automation with human empathy in leadership.

A thought-provoking session with speaker William Mzimba on balancing automation with human empathy in leadership.

Looking at the value of agriculture to the GPD of African countries, the number varies from 4% to more than 40%, with many countries relying on agriculture for at least one-third of their GPD.  No wonder that governments are keen to develop protection programmes for this vital sector.  But how does agriculture insurance function and what are the typical claims experienced across the continent?

Trailer of episode 2 - Part 2

Looking at the value of agriculture to the GPD of African countries, the number varies from 4% to more than 40%, with many countries relying on agriculture for at least one-third of their GPD.  No wonder that governments are keen to develop protection programmes for this vital sector.  But how does agriculture insurance function and what are the typical claims experienced across the continent?

Trailer of episode 2 - Part 1

On 4 August 2020, a large amount of ammonium nitrate stored at the Port of Beirut exploded, causing at least 218 deaths, 7,000 injuries and an estimated US$15 billion in property damage. The blast also left an estimated 300,000 people homeless.   In this podcast, we look back at the terrible events in Beirut and ask how the insurance market reacted and helped people to recover.