Tobias Suek Appointed SanlamAllianz Re CEO: Expanding the African Reinsurance Broker Network
The African reinsurance market continues to be active, and shifts in leadership are the prime determiner of its destiny. Tobias Suek succeeds Ilyes Hassib as SanlamAllianz Re (formerly Saham Re) CEO on October 15, 2025. The appointment, pending regulatory approval, marks the beginning of a new era not only for SanlamAllianz Re, but for the African reinsurance sector at large, where dependable networks like the African Reinsurance Broker Network are needed more than ever in order to be successful.
Appointment of Tobias Suek and the African Reinsurance Broker Network
Tobias Suek, a German-French citizen, has almost two decades of experience from within the Allianz Group itself, and he has occupied various leadership roles since 2007. He has an MBA from Leuphana University at Lüneburg, a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Hanover’s Leibniz Academy, as well as international studies in France and Canada.
Suek has established core businesses such as Allianz France, Allianz Direct, and Allianz Re during his 18-year career, gaining cross-border expertise that will be essential in guiding SanlamAllianz Re’s expansion throughout Africa. Technical expertise makes him eligible to spearhead the firm in navigating market complexities and strengthening its relationships on the continent.
African Reinsurance Broker Network: A Key to Market Expansion
Suek’s appointment comes at a time when the African Reinsurance Broker Network is growing in importance for global players who seek to capitalize on Africa’s potential. The continent retains low insurance penetration compared to international standards, with huge room for expansion. However, heterogeneity in regulation, fragmentation of markets, and threats to operations restrict direct entry by foreign firms.
This is where the African Reinsurance Broker Network facilitates. Through its network, it brings insurers, reinsurers, and companies together with reputable local partners, which ensures competitive pricing, regulatory compliance, and reduced exposure to risk.
Tataachi Network: Strengthening the African Reinsurance Broker Network
Among the leaders in such business is Tataachi Network, a well-established network of 84 reinsurance and insurance brokers located in 42 countries across Africa. Tataachi thrives in making it easy for foreign companies and reinsurers to make their entry into African markets through:
Reasonable premium prices in line with local conditions.
Regulatory regimes compliance services to navigate regulatory regimes across jurisdictions.
Safe local associations that reduce risks of entry.
Market insight and operational efficiency that enable faster and more enduring growth.
Across Cameroon and Mali, Tunisia and Kenya, Tataachi Network is a gateway for global companies seeking to tap into the growing reinsurance opportunity in Africa.
Strategic Leadership and the African Reinsurance Broker Network
As SanlamAllianz Re becomes stronger with Tobias Suek as its leader, cooperation with broker networks like Tataachi will become more relevant. The reinsurance market in Africa is evolving at a rapid rate, and the involvement of strong global reinsurers and local broker networks ensures the emergence of sound, future-proofed solutions.
Tataachi, a member of the African Reinsurance Broker Network, assures investors and companies alike that they are free to go ahead and go to the reinsurance markets in Africa with confidence—supported by secure partners who understand the landscape.
Conclusion: The Future of the African Reinsurance Broker Network
Tobias Suek’s appointment as SanlamAllianz Re CEO is not only a change in leadership but also points toward the continent’s growing prominence in reinsurance on the global stage. In the meantime, the African Reinsurance Broker Network, driven by strong players like Tataachi Network, provides the infrastructure and alliances that maintain the secret to success.
For reinsurers, for insurers, and for businesses wishing to expand in Africa, the time has come. Join Tataachi Network and you have 84 partners in 42 countries, competitive prices, and tailored compliance solutions at your fingertips. United, the future of African reinsurance is more resilient, better connected, and full of promise.
Call to Action:
Join forces with Tataachi Network, your gateway to the African Reinsurance Broker Network, and reinsurance in Africa with security and competitiveness.
