Sanlam Kenya PLC is seeking shareholder approval to change its name to Sanlam Allianz Holdings (Kenya) PLC at a virtual Extra-Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) on Thursday. This rebrand is part of a larger continental strategy following the joint venture between Sanlam and Allianz, creating SanlamAllianz, the largest pan-African non-banking financial services entity.

• SanlamAllianz operates in 26 countries and has a combined total group equity value exceeding 33 billion South African Rand (approximately 2 billion Euros).
• CEO Patrick Tumbo stated the name change aligns with the new SanlamAllianz brand, leveraging combined expertise and financial strength.
• The partnership aims to unlock synergies across Africa, providing innovative insurance solutions and technical excellence to clients.