Samantha Aspeling

Invest in Your Success: Register for ASSA Tuition Before Registration Closes

Preparing for actuarial examinations is about more than covering the syllabus – it is about developing a deep understanding of the material, refining your examination technique, and receiving meaningful feedback throughout your preparation. ASSA’s education support offerings have been designed to help candidates prepare proactively for examinations through structured learning, regular assessment and expert guidance. Invest in Your Success: Register for ASSA Tuition Before Registration Closes

Important Update: Semester 2 2026 F103 and N311.03E (MDAR) Examinations

To assist candidates with planning for the Semester 2 2026 examination session, ASSA would like to advise members of the following examination updates. F103 – Virtual Examination The F103 examination will not be offered as a virtual examination in Semester 2 2026.Our remote invigilation service provider is unable to support the examination at the scheduled Important Update: Semester 2 2026 F103 and N311.03E (MDAR) Examinations

Short-Term Insurance Seminar | 6 August

We are thrilled to announce the Actuarial Society’s Short Term Insurance Seminar, proudly sponsored by Milliman, Dynamo Analytics and InsureAI. This year, we are bringing together the non-life actuarial community to dive deep into the practical, real-world issues currently transforming the short-term insurance landscape. Whether you are a Fellow, Associate, student, or a professional working Short-Term Insurance Seminar | 6 August

Retirement Matters Seminar | 27 July 2026

The ASSA Retirement Matters Committee invites you to the 2026 Retirement Matters Seminar, taking place on 27 July 2026 in Johannesburg with a hybrid option for online participation. This year’s seminar will bring together industry experts to share insights on key developments shaping the retirement landscape. The programme will cover a broad range of relevant Retirement Matters Seminar | 27 July 2026

IFoA Fees Update

We would like to bring several important updates to the attention of candidates intending to sit examinations outsourced to the IFoA during the September 2026 examination session. 1. IFoA Examination Fee Increase – Applicable for Semester 2, 2026 The IFoA has implemented an increase in examination fees, applicable for the September 2026 examination session. This IFoA Fees Update

Important Update: Changes to FC/FD Progression Requirements and Education Support Initiatives

Evolving ASSA’s Candidate Support FrameworkThe success of our candidates matters to us. ASSA remains committed to supporting candidates throughout the qualification journey while maintaining a rigorous and internationally respected qualification pathway. Following a review of the current examination progression requirements, the ASSA Education Board has approved a change to the existing FC/FD progression rule for Important Update: Changes to FC/FD Progression Requirements and Education Support Initiatives

2026 Annual Report

Discover the future of the actuarial profession! Our 2026 Annual Report is now live, offering an in-depth look at ASSA’s achievements, financial performance, and forward-thinking strategies. See how we’re shaping the actuarial landscape and driving innovation.

Life Assurance Seminar | 26 May

Insight. Challenge. Perspective.Bridging Risk, Regulation, and Reality The Life Assurance Seminar 2026 brings together actuaries and industry leaders to engage with the most pressing issues facing South Africa’s life insurance industry. As insurers navigate increasing regulatory demands, economic uncertainty, and shifting policyholder behaviour, the need for clear insight and sound professional judgement has never been Life Assurance Seminar | 26 May

ASSA Personal Development (APD) Sessional | 21 May

Whether you are neurodivergent yourself, manage neurodivergent team members, or work alongside neurodivergent colleagues, this session will equip you with actionable tools to enhance performance, understanding and psychological safety. Professor Schoeman will bring deep expertise in neurodiversity and workplace inclusion, offering a thoughtful, evidence-based perspective on how organisations can better support neurodivergent individuals. In this ASSA Personal Development (APD) Sessional | 21 May

ASSA Abroad UK Event: 28 May 2026

We are thrilled to announce the second ASSA Abroad UK Chapter event for the year! Whether you’ve just moved to the UK or have been for years, this is your chance to reconnect with fellow South African actuaries, share experiences, and strengthen our professional community abroad. Expect an evening of insightful hot topic presentations, complemented ASSA Abroad UK Event: 28 May 2026