Hollard Lumkani

Helping to protect informal settlements from fire

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About Lumkani

In South Africa's informal settlements, the risk of devastating fires is a constant reality. Lumkani, a homegrown technology solution powered by Hollard's innovative insurance, offers a lifeline. 

At its core Lumkani is a robust, affordable and easy-to-install fire alarm specifically designed for these vulnerable environments. The device utilises readily available cellphone technology, sending instant alerts to homeowners about potential fire hazards. It gets even smarter; devices communicate with each other to establish a community network that empowers collective action against fire threats.   

Hollard takes the protection a step further. Our cost-effective, technology-driven insurance product steps in if a fire spirals out of control. It ensures homeowners have the means to not only rebuild their homes but also replace their cherished possessions, offering true peace of mind in the face of uncertainty.

Lumkani embodies Hollard's commitment to leveraging technology and innovation to bring an essential safety net of insurance to those who need it most. It's just one example of how we're working to create a more secure and equitable future for all South Africans.

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Call Customer Care on
0861 000 107 or email 
customerservice@hollard.co.za

10 FAQs about
Lumkani

What is Lumkani?

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Lumkani is a South African-developed technology that helps protect residents of informal settlements from the risk of runaway fires.

How does the Lumkani fire alarm work?

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The Lumkani fire alarm uses simple cellphone technology to alert the device owner to a potential fire threat and communicates with other nearby devices to create a network for better fire risk management.

What makes Lumkani suitable for informal settlements?

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The Lumkani fire alarm is robust, easy to install and low-cost, making it ideal for informal environments.

How does Hollard support Lumkani?

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Hollard provides a low-cost, tech-enabled insurance product that covers homeowners in the event a fire cannot be contained, ensuring they can rebuild and replace their possessions.

What is the purpose of Lumkani?

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Lumkani aims to alert residents of fire risks and provide them with a means to protect their belongings, ultimately creating better futures for more people.

How does Lumkani help in creating better futures?

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By providing early fire warnings and insurance coverage, Lumkani helps residents of informal settlements rebuild and secure their future after a fire.

Who can benefit from Lumkani?

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Residents of informal settlements in South Africa can benefit from Lumkani’s fire protection and Hollard’s insurance coverage.

What makes Hollard’s insurance product unique?

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Hollard’s insurance product is low-cost and tech-enabled, designed specifically to meet the needs of residents in informal settlements.

How can I get in touch with Hollard for more information about Lumkani?

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You can contact Customer Care on 0861 000 107 or email customerservice@hollard.co.za.

Why is Lumkani important for informal settlements?

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Lumkani provides crucial early warnings of fire risks, helping to prevent the spread of fires and protect the lives and belongings of residents in informal settlements.