The Sanlam Group has continued to deliver on the resilient performance demonstrated in the 2020 financial year, achieving a satisfactory performance in the first four months of 2021, despite the impact of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa during the period. The Group’s performance continues to demonstrate the strength of the underlying operations which is built on a foundation of a sound capital base, robust cash generation and a diversified growth profile. We made solid progress with the implementation of our strategy of building a fortress position in South Africa, accelerating growth outside of South Africa and strengthening our position where we operate outside of Africa.