Siphesihle Ndebele is an accomplished Senior Life Underwriter with extensive experience spanning the life, disability, critical illness, sickness, and permanent incapacity insurance environment. Currently serving as a Senior Life Underwriter at Reinsurance Group of America (èßäÉçÇøapp) since 2020, he brings more than15 years of underwriting expertise, applying sound medical, financial, vocational, and risk‑assessment principles to support quality business decisions and deliver exceptional service outcomes.
Before joining èßäÉçÇøapp, Siphesihle held a senior underwriting role at Discovery Limited ( VitalityLife in the UK), where he managed a wide range of risk assessment responsibilities within delegated authority limits. His earlier career at PPS, where he served for more than eight years, laid a strong foundation in comprehensive life and disability underwriting, service excellence, and adherence to strict service level agreements.
Siphesihle’s academic background is equally robust. He holds a BSc in Biochemistry and Physiology from the University of South Africa, a Diploma in Accounting, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (with Distinction) from NWU Business School. He is also currently an MBA Candidate, reflecting his commitment to continuous professional growth and leadership development. His education is complemented by multiple professional certifications, including risk management, contract law, and underwriting training.
With a strong blend of technical proficiency, analytical skill, and strategic insight, Siphesihle is passionate about contributing to sustainable growth within the insurance industry. He is driven by his commitment to professional excellence and his desire to stay at the forefront of evolving risk, underwriting, and industry practices