Zuko Komisa

Tiger Brands has confirmed that the attorneys representing its lead reinsurer have presented a settlement offer to the legal representatives of the plaintiffs in the listeriosis class action.
The move comes nearly seven years after the health crisis, which resulted in over 200 deaths and more than 1,000 infections, and while the company continues to face intense public and legal scrutiny.
The settlement offer was presented on April 25th by QBE Insurance Group, Tiger Brands’ primary insurer, and targets specific claimants who suffered harm from the strain of listeria monocytogenes traced back to the company’s production line.
The offer extends to individuals who contracted listeriosis, dependents who lost caregivers, and legal guardians of infected children.
While the offer includes compensation for proven or agreed damages, Tiger Brands has stated that it is made without any admission of liability.
The company highlighted that this step follows advance payments made earlier this year to claimants with urgent medical needs, underscoring its commitment to finding a fair resolution.
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