Applications are officially open for The Insurance Apprentice (TIA) Season 12 (2026) - an industry platform for young professionals in the short-term insurance sector. Entries opened on 1 July 2025 and will close on 30 September 2025.
Now in its twelfth season, The Insurance Apprentice continues to shine a spotlight on future leaders in insurance by offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for young professionals to compete, grow, and be recognised on a national stage.
Supported by key players in the financial services sector, the programme brings together exceptional talent and puts them through a series of challenges designed to test their technical knowledge, soft skills, ethical reasoning, and leadership under pressure.
“This is more than just a competition. It’s a platform that unlocks doors for young professionals who are serious about making an impact in the insurance industry,” says Rianet Whitehead, FAnews Co-Owner and Editor & The Insurance Apprentice Creator.
What’s in it for participants?
Finalists stand a chance to win:
- Prizes and exclusive giveaways
- Career-defining exposure and industry credibility
- Access to a growing alumni network of professionals across the country
Whether you place in the Top 10, make it to the final round, or walk away as the ultimate winner, the experience is rich in growth, mentorship, and visibility.
Who should enter?
You qualify to enter if:
- You are 35 or younger
- Have at least four years of experience in the financial services or insurance sector - with at least three of those years in the short-term insurance industry
- Be currently employed in any role within the industry, including broking, underwriting, administration, loss adjusting, and more. Despite the name, this isn’t an entry-level apprenticeship – applicants must already be active professionals in the insurance space.
- Closing Date: 30 September 2025
- Apply here: www.theinsuranceapprentice.co.za/apply-for-tia/
Following elimination rounds, the Top 10 will be identified and filming will take place in early 2026.
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Myra Knoesen
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