Question 1

What is Lumkani?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

How does the Lumkani fire alarm work?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

What makes Lumkani suitable for informal settlements?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

How does Hollard support Lumkani?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

What is the purpose of Lumkani?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

How does Lumkani help in creating better futures?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

Who can benefit from Lumkani?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

What makes Hollard’s insurance product unique?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

Why is Lumkani important for informal settlements?

Accepted Answer

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.

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