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Start Dezemba with a giveaway worth R50,000!

Start Dezemba with a giveaway worth R50,000!

Win a Dezemba holiday bundle worth over R50k with Naked! Flights, camera, cooler, backpack, skincare, staycation and R15k cash. Enter on Instagram.

3 min read

When is a car considered written off?

When is a car considered written off?

Find out what it means when a car is written off in South Africa, how insurers decide it, what payout to expect, and what Code 2, 3, and 4 cars mean.

3 min read

How much does car insurance cost in South Africa in 2025?

How much does car insurance cost in South Africa in 2025?

Find out how much car insurance costs in South Africa in 2025, from R70 to R2 500 a month (depending on the car). Get your exact price in 90 seconds with Naked’s calculator.

4 min read

Naked Difference

Dog Park: A place to play, connect, and celebrate community.

Dog Park: A place to play, connect, and celebrate community.

Dog Park by Ziyaad Samsodien celebrates Oscars Arc WOOF Project and the joy of adoption – showing how community and compassion can change lives.

2 min read

Naked Difference

The Boy Is Doing It: A bright future for every child.

The Boy Is Doing It: A bright future for every child.

A tribute to hope and new beginnings – The Boy Is Doing It by Lazi Mathebula celebrates Door of Hope’s mission to give every child a brighter future.

2 min read

Naked Difference

Fly High: A parrot, a forest and a future worth re-growing.

Fly High: A parrot, a forest and a future worth re-growing.

A celebration of reforestation and renewal – Fly High by Xia Carstens supports Greenpop through the Naked Difference, growing hope one tree at a time.

2 min read

Naked Difference

Sunday Lunch: Quiet strength, shared tables and the fight against GBV.

Sunday Lunch: Quiet strength, shared tables and the fight against GBV.

Sunday Lunch by Phathutshedzo Nembilwi honours the Kolisi Foundation - a gentle tribute to community, care, and the quiet strength of women shaping change.

2 min read

Naked Difference

The 2025 Naked Difference: R1.1 million going to causes that care

The 2025 Naked Difference: R1.1 million going to causes that care

The Naked Difference is how we make insurance fairer; by donating leftover premiums to causes chosen by our customers instead of keeping it as profit.

3 min read

Things to know if you're buying a used car from a private seller

Things to know if you're buying a used car from a private seller

Buying a used car privately? Ask the right questions, check documents, and stay safe. Our guide helps you avoid scams and make a smart purchase.

3 min read

How to blacklist your phone if it’s stolen or lost

How to blacklist your phone if it’s stolen or lost

Lost or had your phone stolen? Learn how to blacklist it in South Africa, protect your data, and secure your accounts with this step-by-step guide.

2 min read

Naked Difference

How your everyday choices can create real change

How your everyday choices can create real change

Celebrating the Difference brought together industry leaders to discuss how businesses and consumers can drive positive change through ethical choices and sustainability.

4 min read

How to go about insuring my caravan and trailer

How to go about insuring my caravan and trailer

Learn how to protect your caravan or trailer with the right insurance. Explore cover options, tips, and what to include to stay ready for every adventure.

3 min read

Naked Difference

The Naked Difference: How we’re giving back in 2024

The Naked Difference: How we’re giving back in 2024

Celebrating another year of giving back with R800,000 donated to meaningful causes, all made possible by our amazing customers! Here's to making a difference together.

3 min read

7 things you have to look out for before buying a used car

7 things you have to look out for before buying a used car

Discover the top 7 tips to avoid pitfalls when buying a used car. From checking history to test drives, make sure you make a smart, informed purchase without surprises.

3 min read

Naked Difference

Bright futures begin here: Inside Christel House SA's mission

Bright futures begin here: Inside Christel House SA's mission

Naked Difference cause, Christel House SA is transforming lives in Ottery, Cape Town. They provide education and support to children from impoverished backgrounds from Grade RR through to university.

3 min read

Tap, quote, insure. How you can manage your car insurance via the Naked app

Tap, quote, insure. How you can manage your car insurance via the Naked app

Get your car insured in minutes, tweak your cover, and save money with the Naked app. It's insurance made easy and all from your phone!

3 min read

A quick guide to insuring your electric vehicle in South Africa

A quick guide to insuring your electric vehicle in South Africa

Thinking of making the leap to an EV? Nice! Understand how insurance for an EV differs from traditional car insurance.

3 min read

Why jewellery insurance is a smart move

Why jewellery insurance is a smart move

Insuring your jewellery can save you hassle and heartache. Discover the smart moves to protect your precious pieces from theft, loss, and damage.

2 min read

How to make your home safer with smart security systems

How to make your home safer with smart security systems

Boost your home's safety with the latest smart security. Learn about video doorbells, smart locks, and cameras, plus installation tips and insurance perks.

5 min read

New wheels? Should you choose brand new or pre-owned?

Explore the pros and cons of buying new vs. pre-owned cars to find what best suits your budget and needs.

5 min read

Start Dezemba with a giveaway worth R50,000!

Start Dezemba with a giveaway worth R50,000!

Win a Dezemba holiday bundle worth over R50k with Naked! Flights, camera, cooler, backpack, skincare, staycation and R15k cash. Enter on Instagram.

3 min read

When is a car considered written off?

When is a car considered written off?

Find out what it means when a car is written off in South Africa, how insurers decide it, what payout to expect, and what Code 2, 3, and 4 cars mean.

3 min read

How much does car insurance cost in South Africa in 2025?

How much does car insurance cost in South Africa in 2025?

Find out how much car insurance costs in South Africa in 2025, from R70 to R2 500 a month (depending on the car). Get your exact price in 90 seconds with Naked’s calculator.

4 min read

Naked Difference

Dog Park: A place to play, connect, and celebrate community.

Dog Park: A place to play, connect, and celebrate community.

Dog Park by Ziyaad Samsodien celebrates Oscars Arc WOOF Project and the joy of adoption – showing how community and compassion can change lives.

2 min read

Naked Difference

The Boy Is Doing It: A bright future for every child.

The Boy Is Doing It: A bright future for every child.

A tribute to hope and new beginnings – The Boy Is Doing It by Lazi Mathebula celebrates Door of Hope’s mission to give every child a brighter future.

2 min read

Naked Difference

Fly High: A parrot, a forest and a future worth re-growing.

Fly High: A parrot, a forest and a future worth re-growing.

A celebration of reforestation and renewal – Fly High by Xia Carstens supports Greenpop through the Naked Difference, growing hope one tree at a time.

2 min read

Naked Difference

Sunday Lunch: Quiet strength, shared tables and the fight against GBV.

Sunday Lunch: Quiet strength, shared tables and the fight against GBV.

Sunday Lunch by Phathutshedzo Nembilwi honours the Kolisi Foundation - a gentle tribute to community, care, and the quiet strength of women shaping change.

2 min read

Naked Difference

The 2025 Naked Difference: R1.1 million going to causes that care

The 2025 Naked Difference: R1.1 million going to causes that care

The Naked Difference is how we make insurance fairer; by donating leftover premiums to causes chosen by our customers instead of keeping it as profit.

3 min read

Things to know if you're buying a used car from a private seller

Things to know if you're buying a used car from a private seller

Buying a used car privately? Ask the right questions, check documents, and stay safe. Our guide helps you avoid scams and make a smart purchase.

3 min read

How to blacklist your phone if it’s stolen or lost

How to blacklist your phone if it’s stolen or lost

Lost or had your phone stolen? Learn how to blacklist it in South Africa, protect your data, and secure your accounts with this step-by-step guide.

2 min read

Naked Difference

How your everyday choices can create real change

How your everyday choices can create real change

Celebrating the Difference brought together industry leaders to discuss how businesses and consumers can drive positive change through ethical choices and sustainability.

4 min read

How to go about insuring my caravan and trailer

How to go about insuring my caravan and trailer

Learn how to protect your caravan or trailer with the right insurance. Explore cover options, tips, and what to include to stay ready for every adventure.

3 min read

Naked Difference

The Naked Difference: How we’re giving back in 2024

The Naked Difference: How we’re giving back in 2024

Celebrating another year of giving back with R800,000 donated to meaningful causes, all made possible by our amazing customers! Here's to making a difference together.

3 min read

7 things you have to look out for before buying a used car

7 things you have to look out for before buying a used car

Discover the top 7 tips to avoid pitfalls when buying a used car. From checking history to test drives, make sure you make a smart, informed purchase without surprises.

3 min read

Naked Difference

Bright futures begin here: Inside Christel House SA's mission

Bright futures begin here: Inside Christel House SA's mission

Naked Difference cause, Christel House SA is transforming lives in Ottery, Cape Town. They provide education and support to children from impoverished backgrounds from Grade RR through to university.

3 min read

Tap, quote, insure. How you can manage your car insurance via the Naked app

Tap, quote, insure. How you can manage your car insurance via the Naked app

Get your car insured in minutes, tweak your cover, and save money with the Naked app. It's insurance made easy and all from your phone!

3 min read

A quick guide to insuring your electric vehicle in South Africa

A quick guide to insuring your electric vehicle in South Africa

Thinking of making the leap to an EV? Nice! Understand how insurance for an EV differs from traditional car insurance.

3 min read

Why jewellery insurance is a smart move

Why jewellery insurance is a smart move

Insuring your jewellery can save you hassle and heartache. Discover the smart moves to protect your precious pieces from theft, loss, and damage.

2 min read

How to make your home safer with smart security systems

How to make your home safer with smart security systems

Boost your home's safety with the latest smart security. Learn about video doorbells, smart locks, and cameras, plus installation tips and insurance perks.

5 min read

New wheels? Should you choose brand new or pre-owned?

Explore the pros and cons of buying new vs. pre-owned cars to find what best suits your budget and needs.

5 min read

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