Old Mutual’s Moneyversity+ platform, aimed at boosting financial literacy, wellness and inclusivity for adults and children in South Africa and throughout the continent, has just won The Excellence in Digital Innovation – Africa award at the prestigious Global Insurance Innovation Awards 2025, hosted by The Digital Banker. This makes it 5 outstanding achievements in insurance innovation for Moneyversity+ since inception, including winning the BCX Digital Innovation Award 2024 and Sentech Africa Tech Week Tech Impact Award 2025.

Launched in June 2024, this Global Innovation Insurance Award recognises the Moneyversity+ platform as a stellar achievement in insurance innovation. The award elevates excellence and distinction in delivering digital insurance products and services globally, illuminating Old Mutual as a leading innovator in the digital insurance and financial education space, underscoring our commitment to pushing boundaries, enhancing customer experience, and driving transformation across Africa’s digital finance ecosystem.

This prestigious award serves as an objective benchmark for both global and regional insurance markets, celebrating service providers who are redefining standards through digital transformation. It highlights those pioneering new capabilities and setting milestones that are reshaping the insurance landscape—delivering a consistent, seamless experience for clients.

Driving Innovation in digital education

Winning this award affirms Old Mutual’s belief that digital innovation in education and insurance can be a powerful force for inclusion and financial empowerment across the continent. “The ‘Excellence in Digital Innovation’ category showcases organisations that have demonstrated exceptional creativity, technological execution, and impact in the digital domain,” notes The Digital Banker.

The Global Insurance Innovation Awards honour the world’s most forward-thinking insurers and solution providers, spotlighting initiatives that are reshaping the industry through technology, creativity, and customer impact. Moneyversity+ stands out for its user-centric digital experience, personalised learning pathways, and seamless insights.

The platform continues to pioneer new approaches—from gamified learning to AI-driven estate planning tools—helping individuals and families make informed financial decisions. The accolade also highlights its commitment to scalability and impact, focusing on reaching underserved communities and bridging the financial literacy gap across Africa.