South African Reserve Bank expands payment system access to fintechs
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New framework allows non-bank financial technology providers direct participation in the National Payment System, under proportional regulatory requirements designed to preserve stability and enable broader inclusion....
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Creatio and Appyzie join forces to globally accelerate AI-powered automation
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em 21/08/2025
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New partnership helps organizations streamline CRM and operations with AI-native no-code platform and local delivery expertise...
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e4 introduces digital estate management platform for South African legal sector
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em 20/08/2025
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Digital transformation company launches Legatum system to address delays in deceased estate processing through automation and integrated compliance tools. Platform targets 102,300 estates requiring management annually across legal and financial profession...
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Peach Payments announces real-time clearance Payouts
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em 20/08/2025
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The payouts solution lets merchants top up their float and disburse payments in minutes, through either a single API or through the Peach Payments dashboard....
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AI-powered mental health platform targets vulnerable women across Africa
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em 20/08/2025
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South African technology company Eden AI introduces BlossomCare, a WhatsApp-based mental health support system for sex workers and pregnant teens. Platform provides 24/7 emotional support in multiple languages with referrals to professional services....
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Alibaba Cloud introduces edge node service in South Africa
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em 19/08/2025
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The new platform deploys computing, storage, and networking resources in ISP data centers, aiming to improve latency, reduce cross-border costs, and support compliance for South African businesses....
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Google launches R1 million startup accelerator program for South African AI companies
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em 19/08/2025
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Three-month hybrid program targets Seed to Series A technology startups using artificial intelligence and machine learning. Selected companies receive equity-free funding plus Google Cloud credits and technical mentorship through December 2025....
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Microsoft integrates OpenAI's GPT-5 across enterprise and consumer platforms
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em 19/08/2025
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Technology company rolls out OpenAI's GPT-5 system across Microsoft 365 Copilot, GitHub Copilot, and Azure AI Foundry platforms. Integration provides users with reasoning capabilities and coding improvements through automated model routing system....
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Street Wallet raises $350K to democratize digital payments for SA's informal sector
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em 18/08/2025
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The Cape Town-based fintech enables cashless transactions for unbanked vendors via QR technology. Fresh funding will expand access to financial services across townships. Valuation hits $2M as investors bet on inclusive digital growth....
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Mama Money and Capitec establish strategic partnership to enhance cross-border remittances in South Africa
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em 15/08/2025
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Financial inclusion fintech collaborates with digital bank to reduce costs and streamline international transfers for South African migrant community of over 2.4 million people....
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TransUnion Africa launches API marketplace to boost SA SMMEs and fintechs
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em 15/08/2025
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The platform simplifies integration, accelerates decision-making, and supports inclusive, data-driven financial services
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dLocal and Digit9 partner to bring faster and more efficient remittances to Africa
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em 14/08/2025
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The partnership expands local payouts in five African markets, reducing delays and increasing payout efficiency through integration with widely used local and alternative payment methods across key corridors....
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South Africa’s R58 million boost aims to elevate next generation of tech entrepreneurs
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em 14/08/2025
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A new partnership between Telkom FutureMakers and Aions Creative Technology channels funding, mentorship, and strategic support to help emerging startups scale and secure investment....
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Nedbank to acquire iKhokha in R1.65 billion push to boost SME digital services
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em 13/08/2025
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South African banking group Nedbank has agreed to acquire local fintech player iKhokha in an all-cash deal valued at roughly R1.65 billion, aiming to expand its digital offerings for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) while accelerating financial i...
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TurnStay raises $2M to expand cross-border payment solutions for african tourism
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em 07/08/2025
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South African fintech processes over R250 million in transactions, offering payment infrastructure that reduces costs by up to 70% for travel operators across the continent...
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South African Flood Secures $2.5M for SuperApp Technology
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em 06/08/2025
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S-AaaS technology enables financial institutions and mobile operators to integrate e-commerce directly into existing apps, reaching millions of users without requiring new downloads in emerging markets...
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New PayoCard enhances mobile payments in South Africa
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em 06/08/2025
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Building on its strong presence in South Africa, Paymentology’s new plug-and-play solution, PayoCard, enables digital banks and fintechs to launch secure, self-service card experiences faster – supporting underserved customers and expanding ac...
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WeThinkCode_ and South Cape TVET College partner to expand software engineering training
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em 05/08/2025
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Partnership brings software engineering education to 30 students in Riversdale, with plans to scale the model across rural South Africa through public-private collaboration...
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Microsoft reaches $4 trillion valuation following AI-focused earnings report
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em 31/07/2025
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Tech company becomes second firm to achieve milestone after Nvidia, with shares rising 4.5% on cloud performance and AI infrastructure spending announcement...
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Squirrel Away launches micro-investment platform for children in South Africa
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South African financial technology startup introduces micro-investment platform allowing families to build children's wealth through ETFs, targeting country's significant unbanked population with community-focused gifting approach.
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