About Company
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Bryte Risk Services Botswana is the premier proactive personal and commercial risk specialist in Botswana, focusing on delivering tailored insurance solutions to individuals, small-to-medium businesses, and specialist sectors .
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It operates under Bryte Africa Group, headquartered in South Africa, and is part of the global Fairfax Financial Holdings network, based in Canada .
🛡 Services & Product Offerings
Bryte offers a comprehensive suite of insurance products to meet a wide range of risk needs:
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Business Insurance: Commercial coverage for SMEs, large enterprises, agriculture, and specialist industries—engineered to support business continuity and growth .
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Personal Insurance: Includes home, motor, and lifestyle covers tailored to individual circumstances .
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Travel & Specialist Cover: Business travel insurance, marine / cargo insurance, and niche categories including engineering, marine, fine arts, and more .
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Shari’ah‑Compliant Insurance: Designed for clients seeking Islamic finance–compatible risk protection .
They also provide bonds & guarantees for construction and project-based needs
🤝 Company Heritage & Culture
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Established originally in 1976 as a subsidiary of SA Eagle, Bryte carries a legacy dating back to the 1840s through Eagle Star and Star Life
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The brand was relaunched as Bryte after Fairfax Financial acquired Zurich’s Southern African short‑term insurance operations.
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Their motto, “approach risk with purpose”, underscores a philosophy of enabling clients to embrace opportunities with informed confidence
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Bryte emphasizes fair treatment and customer-centric processes, aiming for transparency throughout product design, advice, claims handling, and service .
📬 Presence & Reach
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Head office (Botswana): Gaborone – Fairscape Precinct, Building 2, 7th Floor . They also have a presence in Francistown .
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Southern Africa footprint: Active markets include South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mauritius, Eswatini, and Namibia .
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Insurer network: ~11–50 employees in Botswana, ~500–1,000 in South Africa .
💡 Why Choose Bryte?
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Proactive risk management: Deep sector expertise and foresight help clients make resilient decisions before disruptions occur .
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Extensive product range: Solutions for commercial, personal, travel, specialist/professional, and Shari’ah-compliant sectors.
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Fair customer treatment: Commitment to transparency, suitability, and easy claims and complaints processes .
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Global backing: Leverages the stability and resources of Fairfax Financial Holdings.
📞 How to Reach Them
Method | Info |
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Botswana | Gaborone (+267 363 5000), Francistown (+267 241 2392) |
South Africa | Call BRYTE ASSIST at 0860 001 121 or visit brytesa.com |
Online | Submit claims or request quotes via bryte.co.bw (Botswana) or brytesa.com (South Africa) |
Summary: Bryte Risk Services is a trusted, proactive insurer in Southern Africa, offering personalized business and personal cover