Who We Are
Why
Credit Guarantee?
Credit Guarantee Insurance Corporation of Africa Limited is a South African Financial Services company operating in the field of domestic and international trade credit insurance.
Whether you’re searching for Trade Credit or Debtors Insurance, our policies are tailored to protect your receivables.
Our unique strength lies in the ability to secure a vast store of information and market intelligence from a network of contacts, and to interpret data to support the business of clients – in both local and international markets.
Credit Guarantee is a licensed FSP and Non-Life Insurer.
At a Glance
Trade Credit Insurance
So why take unnecessary risks, when for a nominal fee, bad debt can be eliminated? Simply insuring your debtor’s payment risk with Credit Guarantee, you will be secure in the knowledge that you’ll always be paid.
Simply put, it is the insurance of your debtors
An insurance policy is issued, covering your domestic or international debtors if you are an exporter. We investigate each of your debtors and issue cover against them. Cover your business with trade credit insurance.
Trade Credit insurance is a powerful business tool.
Your company will benefit in the following ways:
Your company will benefit in the following ways:
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Power of We
At CGIC we believe in the power of partnerships. This is what defines us with our clients, our staff & stakeholders
CGIC is a We organisation working together making it a great environment to ensure success in all our endeavours
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What we offer
We have a wide selection of products guaranteed to insure your business against the unforeseen; find out which one works for you.
Our services not only secure large-scale companies, but budding businesses across the African continent.
You can request a consultation via our website, or speak directly with one of our trade credit specialists to get started.
We offer international trade credit solutions that protect exporters against foreign buyer defaults, political risks, and currency transfer restrictions.
Yes, the terms are often used interchangeably. Both refer to insurance that covers the risk of customer non-payment.
Any business that sells on credit terms — from SMEs to large exporters — can benefit from trade credit insurance.
Debtors Insurance—also known as Trade Credit Insurance—helps protect your business from losses caused by non-payment of invoices. It ensures your cash flow remains steady even when customers default.
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Risk management via deep knowledge and good data
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