New legislation to lower the loss ratio

According to the Association of Kenyan insurers, the motor loss ratio (64% in 2007) is the highest among the different insurance classes of business. In an effort to decrease this ratio and to put an end to fraudulent practices, a new legislation has been promulgated. Henceforth, repair costs including labour and spare parts will be based on fixed lump sums set according to a catalogue. Any infringement to this rule shall result in sanctions.