Nedbank Strengthens Board with Global Tech and Risk Leaders Ahead of 2026
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em 27/12/2025
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IT SECURITY
The South African bank is adding three independent directors with deep expertise in digital transformation, cybersecurity, and capital markets to accelerate modernization and reinforce strategic governance....
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Capitec moves to strengthen digital payments with Walletdoc acquisition
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em 23/12/2025
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TECH NEWS
Deal gives the South African bank direct control over key e-commerce and merchant payment infrastructure....
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Building resilient financial infrastructure for modern commerce in South Africa
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em 16/12/2025
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TECH NEWS
Discover how South African retailers Takealot and Superbalist build resilient financial infrastructure for modern commerce, from payments and reconciliation to automation, omnichannel experiences and CFO-led innovation in an ever-changing macro environmen...
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South Africa’s digital commerce poised for growth in 2026 amid shifting global trade
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em 16/12/2025
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Despite mounting international trade pressures, South African payment, fintech and logistics leaders see digital commerce strengthening next year, reshaping how consumers pay and how businesses operate....
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South African fintech Payment24 establishes Dubai hub for Middle East expansion
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em 15/12/2025
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Cape Town-based payment technology company launches regional headquarters and wins major contracts with oil companies in UAE and Saudi Arabia, targeting the region's rapidly modernizing fuel and retail payment sectors....
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Stitch adds Capitec Pay’s VRP solution to its payment methods
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em 04/12/2025
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Stitch recently added Capitec’s latest solution, Variable Recurring Payments (VRP) to our roster of payment methods as the first PSP to bring the method to market – here’s what that means for enterprise businesses....
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Oobit extends crypto-to-fiat payments platform to South Africa
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em 02/12/2025
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IT SECURITY
The company’s expansion introduces a blockchain-based payment workflow that allows crypto users to transact while merchants receive local currency....
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Walmart expands in South Africa with tech-driven omnichannel strategy
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em 28/11/2025
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MARKET & INDUSTRY
Retailer launches a new mobile app built on its global fulfilment platform, aiming to unify in-store and digital shopping through faster delivery, automation and real-time data....
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Plentify secures series A funding to expand its intelligent energy platform
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em 22/11/2025
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The investment will support the global rollout of Plentify’s connected appliance and smart energy management systems....
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Standard Bank receives authorization for China cross-border interbank payment system transactions in Africa
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em 22/11/2025
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South African bank secures license to process RMB-denominated payments between African and Chinese institutions through CIPS platform...
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Mukuru and Jumo launch mobile-based credit service to broaden access in South Africa
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em 19/11/2025
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The partnership uses Jumo’s digital lending infrastructure and Mukuru’s customer network to extend short-term credit to individuals who are outside the formal financial system....
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South african fintech Super Money introduces rand-backed digital currency with banking infrastructure support
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em 14/11/2025
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ZAR Supercoin launches as FSCA-licensed stablecoin with ABSA-held reserves, targeting retail payments and remittances across African markets via Solana blockchain...
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TymeBank appoints new CEO
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em 12/11/2025
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Executive Moves
The bank reports having over 11 million customers and aims to increase financial inclusion through technology-driven solutions....
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Pay@ and OTT partnership expands digital access for South Africa’s cash-first consumers
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em 11/11/2025
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Collaboration aims to bridge the country’s cash-to-digital divide and boost financial inclusion through secure voucher-based payments, according to IT News Africa....
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Digital asset giant tether invests in african fintech Kotani Pay to expand blockchain payment infrastructure
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em 22/10/2025
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Partnership targets financial inclusion across Sub-Saharan Africa through cryptocurrency on-ramp solutions and cross-border transaction capabilities...
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Technology infrastructure drives financial inclusion across South Africa's informal economy
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em 20/10/2025
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MARKET & INDUSTRY
Kazang's digital payment platform enables 50,000+ informal traders to modernize operations, bridging the gap between traditional commerce and digital financial services
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South African Reserve Bank deepens role in digital payments with PayInc stake
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em 29/09/2025
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The Reserve Bank’s decision to acquire half of PayInc aims to accelerate financial inclusion, strengthen competition, and build a payments system that serves both banks and the public interest....
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Binance Pay partners with Zapper
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em 23/09/2025
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Payment integration allows South African users to pay with cryptocurrency at restaurants, retailers, and fuel stations through Zapper's QR code system. The partnership includes merchants like KFC, Dis-Chem, and FlySafair, with a 50% cashback promotion lau...
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dLocal integrates Capitec Pay to expand real‑time open banking payments in South Africa
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em 22/09/2025
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NEWS
The solution allows fast and secure account-to-account (A2A) payments verified through the Capitec app, offering international merchants greater flexibility and giving consumers stronger control over their transactions....
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Onafriq partners with Visa to drive digital financial inclusion in the DRC
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em 18/09/2025
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The collaboration introduces Visa Pay, a cloud-native platform that links mobile money wallets with Visa’s global network, expanding access to everyday digital payments in one of Africa’s fastest-growing financial markets....
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