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Severe Illness Cover

A lump-sum payout on diagnosis of a covered severe illness — such as cancer, stroke or heart attack — to cover treatment costs or give you time to recover without financial pressure.

R160/month
Indicative premium — R500k cover, 30-year-old non-smoker
  • Covers over 20 severe illness conditions
  • Lump-sum payout on diagnosis, regardless of treatment cost
  • Can be added to Term or Whole Life cover, or bought standalone
  • Includes partial payouts for certain early-stage conditions

What's included

20+ covered conditions

Includes cancer, stroke, heart attack, organ failure and other major conditions.

Use the payout freely

Spend the lump sum on medical treatment, debt, or simply time off to recover — there's no restriction.

Early-stage payouts

Partial payouts are available for certain conditions caught at an early stage.

Cover & premium details

Cover featureDetail
Minimum cover amountR100,000
Maximum cover amountR10,000,000
Conditions covered20+, including cancer, stroke and heart attack
Waiting period3 months from policy start

Common questions

Does this replace my medical scheme cover?

No — this pays a cash lump sum on diagnosis, separate from and in addition to any medical scheme cover from Mzansi Health.

What happens if I'm diagnosed with an early-stage condition?

Certain conditions qualify for a partial payout at an early stage, with the balance payable if the condition progresses.

Can I combine this with Life Cover?

Yes, it's commonly added as a rider to Term or Whole Life cover, or purchased as a standalone policy.

Want cover that works alongside your medical scheme?

An adviser at Mzansi Advisors can show you how this complements your Mzansi Health option — at no extra cost.

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