Windhoek, 16th May 2025 — ZSIC General Insurance Limited has been appointed as the National Bureau responsible for coordinating a newly launched Business-to-Business (B2B) COMESA Yellow Card selling point in Namibia. This initiative marks a significant milestone in cross-border insurance facilitation under the COMESA Yellow Card Scheme.
The selling point, which will be operated by Askari Namibia in partnership with the Automobile Association of Namibia, aims to improve access to third-party motor insurance for travelers within the COMESA region.
Speaking at the launch event held in Windhoek, ZSIC General Insurance Managing Director Trevor Jengajenga expressed confidence in the initiative’s potential to strengthen regional cooperation.
“This development not only enhances service delivery but also promotes regional integration. The revenue generated will support the insurance industry and contribute to the broader economic growth of both Namibia and fellow COMESA member states,” said Mr. Jengajenga.
Namibia’s Executive Director in the Ministry of Transport, Titus Ndove, highlighted the Yellow Card’s value, describing it as a “critical tool” for promoting intra-African trade and providing long-awaited insurance services to the Namibian travelling public.
Askari Namibia CEO Garry Wild noted that this is the second such selling point in the region, following the establishment of a similar facility in South Africa. He emphasized that the B2B platform would streamline access to third-party insurance through designated outlets managed by the Automobile Association of Namibia.
“We will embark on an awareness campaign to ensure widespread understanding of the COMESA Yellow Card’s benefits and availability,” said Mr. Wild.
The COMESA Yellow Card Scheme is a regional third-party motor insurance program that facilitates the seamless movement of vehicles across member states by providing uniform insurance coverage.
Issued by the ZSIC General Insurance Communications Office
