Title: Sonas de Kindu sparks controversy by replacing insurance certificates with payment tokens
Introduction :
For several weeks, the National Insurance Company (Sonas) of Kindu, capital of Maniema, has been making waves by replacing insurance certificates with payment and withdrawal tokens. This practice, which goes against insurance legislation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), raises many questions and arouses great controversy in public opinion. In this article, we will examine the reasons for this decision and the reactions to it.
The context :
According to the information gathered, Sonas de Kindu has started distributing payment tokens to replace insurance certificates, pending the arrival of certificates from Kinshasa. This measure would be taken in anticipation of a compulsory collection authorization that the company is awaiting from the interim governor. However, this practice raises questions about its compliance with legislation and the management of funds collected from policyholders.
The reactions :
In the streets of Kindu, this practice is perceived by some motorcyclists as a habit during the forced recovery of car insurance, which is unconstitutional despite the liberalization of the sector. Some observers also evoke a possible hidden intention behind this decision, while an agent of Sonas affirms that it is simply a strategy of collection of the public company.
The financial and legal implications:
The substitution of insurance certificates by payment tokens raises doubts as to the traceability of the funds collected by Sonas. Indeed, this practice could complicate the financial management of the company and give rise to legal problems if litigation were to arise. In addition, it questions compliance with insurance legislation in the country.
Conclusion :
Sonas de Kindu’s decision to substitute insurance certificates with payment tokens is causing considerable controversy and raising questions about the legality and financial management of the company. It is important that the competent authorities look into this matter and take the necessary measures to ensure transparency and compliance with the legislation in force