West African Insurance Institute

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West African Insurance Institute is a sub regional insurance education centre in Banjul, The Gambia. [1] The institute trains and certifies insurers from West Africa and offers them certificates. [2] It was established in 1973. [3]

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References

  1. ↑ "West African Insurance Institute (WAII Gambia)". www.accessgambia.com. Retrieved 18 July 2013.
  2. ↑ "Regional insurance industry's strides and challenges". ghanabizmedia.com. Retrieved 18 July 2013.
  3. ↑ "West African institute". thefreedictionary.com. Retrieved 18 July 2013.
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