Discovery Bank is proud to welcome one of South Africa's most exciting young rugby talents, Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, as our newest brand ambassador.
A force to be reckoned with, Sacha is a player like no other. As he redefines the game, he now represents a bank that is redefining the future of banking.
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Not just a champion on the field; but a champion of what it takes to get there 💪🏉
We’re proud to welcome @jessekriel15 as our new @discovery_sa brand ambassador. Together, we’ll continue inspiring South Africans to live healthier, better lives.
🚀 Calling all IT & Data Science students
Discovery is hosting the 2026 Virtual Gradhack, a hands‑on, fast‑paced virtual experience where 50 final‑year students will work in teams to solve real Discovery tech challenges.
🗓 24–26 July 2026
🏆 R100,000 for the winning team
đź“… Apply by 31 May 2026
For more information, check out the link in our bio. #DiscoveryGradhack #InsideDiscoveryTech
Why did I write this book? It wasn’t to revel in our success or even to tell Discovery’s story – it was because I became obsessed with a question sparked by an obscure conference in Palm Beach, Florida, in the 90s. That question – and the years that followed in pursuit of answering it – is the backbone of this book. I’ll be sharing more insights about the book and the process of writing it in the days and weeks to come.
Most people think severe illness cover is “claim once… and it’s done.”
That’s completely wrong.
The latest 2025 claims data shows a very different reality:
• 22% of all severe illness claims were for a second or subsequent claim
• Of those, 64% were for the same or LOWER severity
• In other words - claims that many traditional policies simply wouldn’t pay
Discovery Life’s multiple claims facility is designed for how illness actually works in real life - not in theory.
Because the truth is: people aren’t just getting sick once… they’re living longer, and often facing multiple events over time.
➡️ Cancer recurrence
➡️ New conditions in the same body system
➡️ Ongoing complications at different severities
A properly structured policy allows you to claim again and again - even if the next event is less severe than the first.
This isn’t a “nice-to-have” feature anymore…
It’s becoming essential.
If your current cover only pays once, you may be protected for the first event - but exposed for everything that follows.
Is your long-term life insurance aligned to meet these trends? Reply with #LifesBetterwithDiscovery
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**Disclaimer:** Both myself and my team are registered and licensed financial advisors. We believe financial advice should be provided on an individual basis, after careful consideration of needs and after thorough consultation. The information provided in this video is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. All figures used are illustrative as per the assumptions noted. All statistics noted in the video are correct at time of filming. We are not responsible for any financial decisions made based on this information. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any financial decisions.
Everyone thinks life insurance is about death.
That’s the biggest misconception in this industry.
In 2025, Discovery Life paid out:
- R3.15 BILLION in death claims
- R3.4 BILLION in living benefits
This is shocking - because most people are actually insured for far higher amounts on death than they are for disability, severe illness, or income protection.
Yet the majority of claims happen while you’re still alive.
We are living longer… but we’re also living sicker.
Which means the real financial risk isn’t dying.
It’s surviving something that impacts your ability to earn.
And that’s where most policies are fundamentally misaligned.
The shift in modern long-term insurance is clear:
➡️ From primarily death cover
➡️ To comprehensive living protection
Is your long-term insurance aligned to meet these trends? Reply with #LifesBetterwithDiscovery
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**Disclaimer:** Both myself and my team are registered and licensed financial advisors. We believe financial advice should be provided on an individual basis, after careful consideration of needs and after thorough consultation. The information provided in this video is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. All figures used are illustrative as per the assumptions noted. All statistics noted in the video are correct at time of filming. We are not responsible for any financial decisions made based on this information. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any financial decisions.
Ready to race? Virgin Active HYROX Johannesburg is back in May, and Discovery Bank clients now have 48-hour early access to tickets when paying with their Discovery Bank card.
Plus, if you are a Vitality member, you can earn up to 600 Vitality points when you compete in an official HYROX race event.
What are you waiting for? Grab your tickets early using the link in the comments.
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Do we need to change the way we think about life insurance in South Africa?
What if we thought of life insurance as an asset, and not just a debit order?
What if your life cover didn’t just sit there waiting for a worst-case scenario - but actively worked for you while you’re alive?
With the right structure, life insurance can become a wealth creation tool.
A tax-efficient planning instrument.
An intergenerational wealth strategy.
Through Discovery Life’s shared-value model and behavioural rewards, your cover can actually generate tangible financial value over time - not just protection, but participation.
Protection is the foundation.
But building wealth while doing it? That’s strategy.
Do you currently view your life insurance policy as an asset? Reply with #lifesbetterwithdiscovery
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1.618 Advisory Services is a juristic representative of Discovery Life Limited. Discovery Life Ltd, a licensed life Ins. & reg. credit provider. Auth FSP. Ts&Cs apply.
**Disclaimer:** Both myself and my team are registered and licensed financial advisors. We believe financial advice should be provided on an individual basis, after careful consideration of needs and after thorough consultation. The information provided in this video is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. All figures used are illustrative as per the assumptions noted. All statistics noted in the video are correct at time of filming. We are not responsible for any financial decisions made based on this information. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any financial decisions.
Ready to get your sweat on?
Discovery Bank clients get exclusive 48-hour early access on Virgin Active HYROX Cape Town tickets.
Secure your exclusive early access purchase with a qualifying Discovery Bank card on Tuesday, 27 January 2026 at 12:00 pm.
This is your moment. Be first. Be ready. Be part of the community. ⚡
