TRA NEWS

Home / TRA News

Father and son fishing

A Brief History of Father’s Day

In South Africa, Father’s Day falls on the third Sunday of June. It is a day where we can take the time to honour and appreciate our fathers, grandfathers, stepfather or any father figure in our lives. Traditionally, we celebrate by giving cards and gifts, some favourites include biltong and nuts, aftershave or new socks. Accompanied by a Sunday-arvie braai or a lunch at their favourite restaurant. If you’re curious about

CONTINUE READING
Trusted Gap Cover for Bonitas Medical Aid Members

Gap Cover for Bonitas Medical Aid

Medical aid without gap cover? Just think of a train without tracks – you won’t get far. The same could be true for Bonitas Medical Aid and TRA Gap Cover. Gap cover complements medical aid, especially when facing unexpected hospital costs that fall outside of the medical scheme rates (MSR). Even with the substantial benefits offered by Bonitas medical aid, members may still encounter co-payments or tariff shortfalls when doctors

CONTINUE READING
Trusted Gap Cover for GEMS Medical Aid Members

Gap Cover for GEMS Medical Aid

Medical aid and gap cover go together like flint and steel. The magic happens when they work together. Similar could be true for GEMS Medical Aid members applying for TRA gap cover to help navigate their medical scheme tariffs (MST) and manage their out-of-pocket expenses. While GEMS offers a broad selection of medical aid benefit options, members may still experience shortfalls when a provider charges more than the scheme pays.

CONTINUE READING
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How Does Gap Cover Work?

Gap cover insurance is essential for covering shortfalls after medical treatments like surgeries or hospital stays where the specialist’s fees are higher than what your medical aid covers. Once your medical aid has processed and paid their portion of the bill, you can claim the remaining amount from your gap cover provider, according to the terms of your policy. 

OUR LATEST NEWS
1 June 2025News, TRA News

A Brief History of Father’s Day

In South Africa, Father's Day falls on the third Sunday of June. It is a day where we can take

28 May 2025Gap Cover, TRA News

Gap Cover for Bonitas Medical Aid

Medical aid without gap cover? Just think of a train without tracks - you won't get far. The same could

Read More
28 May 2025Gap Cover, TRA News

Gap Cover for GEMS Medical Aid

Medical aid and gap cover go together like flint and steel. The magic happens when they work together. Similar could

Read More
Whatsapp
Open Popup