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April 10, 2026
3.5 billion pounds is the total of Takaful insurance companies’ premiums and 7.5 billion for ‘Al-Tijari’ during January
The monthly reports issued by the Financial Regulatory Authority revealed that Takaful insurance companies in the Egyptian market achieved a collected premiums total of 3.469 billion pounds in January 2026, compared to 1.925 billion pounds in January 2025, with a growth rate of 80.2%. Source: اموال الغد
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Bilal Jarjour
April 10, 2026
Marsh: Radical shifts in global terrorism risks pose new challenges to the insurance sector
The annual report by Marsh on terrorism insurance risks for 2026 revealed a dramatic change in the nature of security threats worldwide, as they have shifted from organized attacks targeting property to more frequent operations driven by ideological motives and targeting individuals and critical infrastructure. Source: المال
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Bilal Jarjour
April 9, 2026
UAE: Dubai police raise alert against fake insurance companies
Dubai Police have issued a warning to the public about the growing risk of falling victim to fraudulent insurance companies and offices, urging individuals to verify licences and documentation before making any payments. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
April 9, 2026
Saudi Arabia: sector profits reach 1.72 billion riyals
An analysis of insurance companies’ results revealed different performance during the recent period; 14 companies reported profits, while 11 companies recorded losses. The sector’s total net profit reached approximately 1.72 billion riyals. Source: Al Morakeb Group
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Bilal Jarjour
April 9, 2026
The Saudi Insurance Authority sets the transition date for the Risk-Based Capital (RBC) framework
The Insurance Authority in Saudi Arabia has announced the transition to the mandatory implementation of the Risk-Based Capital (RBC) framework starting January 1, 2027. This will become the approved framework for measuring the solvency of insurance and reinsurance companies, replacing the current regulatory framework: Source: العربية
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Bilal Jarjour
April 9, 2026
ME conflict: Iran’s largest insurer pays at least US$114m in claims for damages suffered in the war
State-owned Iran Insurance Company, Iran’s largest insurer, has paid a record IRR150tn ($114m) in compensation to individuals affected by the Iran-Israel-US war since the hostilities broke out on 28 February. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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Bilal Jarjour
April 4, 2026
Egypt: Chairman of the House Health Committee proposes private insurance integration
In Egypt, Dr Sherif Pasha, Chairman of the House Health Committee, has introduced two fundamental proposals. These aim to accelerate the implementation of the “Comprehensive health insurance system” to provide medical services to citizens and resolve the ongoing crises facing healthcare facilities across the country. Source: اليوم السابع
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Bilal Jarjour
April 4, 2026
Insurance executives tell “AlAyam”: expansion of war risk insurance in Bahrain
In 2026, Bahrain’s insurance sector saw swift action from companies seeking to keep pace with extraordinary regional conjuncture. In response to growing market demand, firms have moved to introduce specialized insurance products covering war risks and political unrest. Source: الأيام
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Bilal Jarjour
April 4, 2026
Reinsurance at the forefront as Iran conflict drives global energy shock: Peak Re
In a recent analysis from Peak Re, the Hong Kong-based global reinsurer, the company set out its assessment of the economic and re/insurance market implications of the Iran conflict, with analysis led by Vice President, Economist, Kritika Kashyap. Source: Reinsurance News
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Bilal Jarjour
April 4, 2026
ME conflict: Howden Re outlines reinsurance expectations for 1 April renewal
Reinsurers are adopting a ‘client-by-client’ approach for 1 April renewals, amdist the ongoing Middle East conflict, according to a report published by Howden Re. Source: Middle East Insurance Review
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