Liberty Uganda, in partnership with Turaco Insurance Brokers Limited, has announced the launch of the revolutionary insurance product dubbed “Afya Plan” under the slogan ‘Your Health, Your Way’.
This affordable insurance plan is specifically designed to shield individuals and families from unforeseen shocks, providing them with peace of mind during challenging times.
The Afya Plan offers a lump sum payout in various situations, such as hospitalization for three-plus nights and diagnoses of critical illnesses like stroke, heart valve replacement, Aorta surgery, Valvotomy, coronary angioplasty, stenting, cancer (stages 1-4), kidney failure, major organ transplant, and total incapacitation, among others.
Danish Mohammad Iqbal, CEO of Liberty Life Assurance Uganda, expressed his excitement about the launch, emphasizing the product’s commitment to offering reliable and accessible protection to customers, allowing them to face life’s uncertainties with confidence.
The Managing Director of Liberty Life Assurance Uganda, Mr. Joseph Almeida, highlighted that the Afya Plan goes beyond traditional insurance coverage by addressing specific needs and offering financial support during challenging times, such as critical illnesses, disabilities, or the loss of a loved one.
Hamza Mutebi, the General Manager of Turaco Insurance Brokers Ltd, expressed delight in collaborating with Liberty Life Assurance Uganda, sharing the vision of providing innovative and reliable insurance solutions to the people of Uganda.
The Afya Plan is a testament to their dedication to meeting the evolving needs of customers and securing their financial well-being.
The Afya Plan’s comprehensive terms and conditions ensure its effectiveness and sustainability. Some key provisions include exclusions for active involvement in war, riot, civil commotion, nuclear, biological or chemical warfare, terrorism, attempted suicide, or non-compliance with prescribed medical treatment.
Hazardous pursuits and pre-existing conditions are also excluded unless explicitly agreed upon in writing.
The “Life” component of the plan includes provisions related to acts of foreign enemies, hostilities, criminal activity, radioactivity, nuclear explosions, and accidental death due to rioting or illegal acts where the deceased was directly involved.
The launch of the Afya Plan marks a significant milestone in the insurance industry in Uganda, offering individuals and families a powerful tool to mitigate risks and ensure a more secure future.
About Liberty Uganda
Liberty was founded in 1957 and has a presence in 18 African countries. They have grown from being a South African life insurer to a pan-African financial services company, offering asset management, investment, insurance, and health products to 3.2 million people across Africa.
Liberty has over ten years of exceptional customer service experience in Uganda, offering a comprehensive financial services suite built to meet their customer’s needs at every step of their life journey.
They offer a comprehensive range of short or long-term insurance products, value-added services, health solutions, retirement income facilitation, and investment and lifestyle risk solutions for both the retail and corporate markets.
Liberty Life Assurance Uganda has operated for 14 years and is known to be Uganda’s largest life insurer. Liberty acquired East African Underwriters in February 2016, now called Liberty General Insurance, to extend short-term products offering non-life insurance services.