About Xivoni

An African actuarial firm built for complex decisions

Since 2016, Xivoni has combined actuarial, financial and analytical expertise to help organisations understand risk, make better decisions and build stronger businesses. We bring together technical rigour, commercial insight and practical implementation to solve complex problems across industries and markets.

Who we are

Actuarial expertise.
Shared ambition.

Founded in 2016, Xivoni is a 100% Black-owned actuarial, advisory and technology firm and a Level 1 B-BBEE contributor.

We combine actuarial, financial, analytical and technology expertise to help organisations understand complex problems, make better decisions and translate strategy into practical outcomes. Our work spans advisory, transactions, risk and capital, data and technology, inclusive financial solutions and technical capability-building.

Headquartered in Johannesburg, with a presence in Dar es Salaam, we bring regional insight, international ambition and disciplined technical delivery to clients across industries and markets.

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Our name

A shared goal.
A lasting solution.

Xivoni means “mirror” in Xitsonga. Our founding profile describes the idea behind the name as people working together to fulfil a common goal. That belief remains central to how we work with our clients.

We walk with clients to understand their problems, develop lasting solutions and communicate clearly so those solutions can be successfully implemented.

Our mission

Help clients achieve their goals through high-quality actuarial solutions that add practical value.

Our vision

To become the preferred actuarial consulting firm on the African continent.

Our values

What we stand for.
How we work.

Ubuntu

I am because you are.

We work alongside clients, listen to their context and build solutions through collaboration.

Competence

We ground our advice in technical expertise and take on work aligned with our strengths.

Excellence

We apply care to the data, analysis and communication, with disciplined attention to delivery.

Integrity

We make assumptions and limitations clear, protect confidentiality and provide honest advice.

Credentials

Registered and professionally qualified

Level 1 B-BBEE contributor

Xivoni is 100% Black-owned and a Level 1 B-BBEE contributor.

ASSA-registered service provider

Registered with the Actuarial Society of South Africa (RSP178/2023).

FASSET-registered training provider

Levy No. L340826595, with CPD points offered through our accredited partner.

Insurance pricing partnership

Africa pricing partner for Guidewire PricingCenter, combining actuarial expertise with implementation and support.

Qualified professionals

Our professionals bring actuarial qualifications and specialist risk expertise, including FASSA, FIA and FRM.

Regional experience

Engagements across South Africa, Eswatini, Tanzania and Zambia.

Why partner with Xivoni

A partner for the
work beyond the report.

The strength of our offer is how our capabilities work together: sound actuarial judgement, practical technology and knowledge that stays with your team.

Explore our experience »

Transactions and investment decisions

Valuations, due diligence and feasibility analysis for buyers, sellers, investors and public bodies weighing major decisions.

Quantum of damages for the legal sector

Actuarial calculations and quantum reports for attorneys acting in RAF, PRASA and other third-party liability matters.

Models implemented, maintained and explained

Credit risk work in Zambia includes model deployment, version control, governance and internal knowledge transfer.

Insurance, banking, public sector and beyond

Our clients include insurers, banks, municipalities, a broadcaster and a transport operator, with work ranging from reserving and HAF services to commercial pricing.

Capability development as part of delivery

Our training spans analyst development and executive education. An insurer in Tanzania reported improved IFRS 17 understanding and internal capacity.

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