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Standard Bank faces greenwashing complaint over EACOP financing
Fossil Free South Africa and the StopEACOP Coalition have filed a greenwashing complaint against Standard Bank with the Advertising Regulatory Board, challenging its…
SAs digital payments future has a cash problem
Despite significant investments in faster payments and AI across South Africa's banking sector, cash remains dominant due to high fees, connectivity issues, and a lack of public…
The women helping to shape African Bank’s next chapter
As African Bank shifts into a phase of strategic consolidation and sustainable growth, five key female executives are driving the governance, transformation, and people-first…
Standard Bank sees property ‘purple patch’ as it joins forces with Java Capital
Standard Bank has teamed up with corporate finance advisory firm Java Capital, anticipating a multi-year revival in South Africa's commercial real estate market despite…
Absa's campaign to help people feel more confident with their money
Absa is set to launch a new comedy-drama micro-series, 'For Better Or For Whatever', on its social media platforms. The series aims to use relatable stories about love, family,…
Gerald Mariemuthoo
Money tells stories — and Gerald Mariemuthoo has built his career uncovering the ones criminals hope no one will read. At 35, the currency integrity investigator at the South…
Young South Africans are rewriting the rules of money
Buying a home before getting married. Choosing a reliable second-hand car instead of a luxury vehicle. Using credit to build a financial record instead of funding an expensive…
Reserve Bank hikes interest rate for first time since 2023 as oil shock, inflation risks mount
South African Reserve Bank raises interest rate to 7%, warning that oil shocks, food inflation and global instability could drive prices higher
How banks can better serve small businesses in Africa
Traditional banks must work on customised products and services that address their unique needs, potentially through partnerships with fintech
Cold reality of mooted Swift bans for Israeli and South African banks
Any attempt to prohibit access to the secure financial messaging network could backfire
African finance has what it takes to fill the void left by foreign banks
Local players have several advantages they can leverage to improve payment infrastructure and ensure the continent has a robust financial sector
Paymentology CEO envisions the future of payment processing
A recent collaboration with Standard Bank South Africa and Sandton City launched the nation’s first instant issuing digital gift card
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The practical, religion-agnostic world of Shari’ah financial services
A differentiated segment of financial solutions available to all consumers
FinTech: The battle for control of Africa’s financial sector
It is time to develop policies that safeguard Africa’s technological sovereignty in finance