*Article initially published by NewZimbabwe.com
The Zimbabwe Accountants International (ZAI) has established a strategic partnership with UK-based risk solutions firm, Diaspora Insurance, which helps bring financial security to more than a thousand accounting professionals worldwide.
Established in 2022, ZAI brings together more 1,200 members from across various regions, including South Africa, Dubai, Australia, Canada, USA and the UK.
The organisation offers “an inclusive space for Zimbabwean accountants to learn from one another, stay updated on industry trends, and access global opportunities in the accounting field”.
Meanwhile the partnership with Diaspora Insurance, gives ZAI members access to bespoke funeral insurance products, ensuring they have immediate access to financial relief in times of bereavement instead of having to borrow or beg for assistance from family and friends.
“The partnership between ZAI and Diaspora Insurance is significant as it provides members with access to tailored insurance solutions, ensuring financial security for families abroad,” said ZAI president Nico Chitsa.
“This collaboration strengthens the support network for the diaspora, addressing key needs like life cover and repatriation.”
Diaspora Insurance Channels Director, Edwin Tsvere, added; “Having a group of professionals like the Zimbabwe Accountants International (ZAI) partnering with us inspires confidence in what we do as Diaspora Insurance.
“I sincerely appeal to like-minded or structured groups to emulate what ZAI has done.
“Besides guaranteeing ZAI members the peace of mind that they deserve so much, the partnership comes with a host of other benefits like revenue stream, discounted rates, financial risk transfer, increased member loyalty, suitability of cover and good value for money among others.”
Based in Birmingham, UK, Diaspora Insurance specialises in designing, marketing and distribution of insurance products and risk management solutions targeted at expatriates and diasporans.
Registered with the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and a member of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), the company now offers its unique funeral cash plan and group schemes to 19 African nationalities living and working in developed markets across the UK, Australasia, the European Union and North America.
