06/09/2021
Get your head in the cloud: why businesses should consider cloud migration
In turn, cloud migration refers to the process of transferring data, applications and IT processes from an on-premises server to the cloud.
FinTech
06/09/2021
Telkom launches Africa’s first virtual card for transacting on WhatsApp
The virtual card solution is safely stored on the Telkom Pay app and customers can temporarily block, cancel or replace their card via the app, providing them with additional security and control.
06/04/2021
Latest Standard Bank data shows customers are more willing to engage digitally
The increase in digital engagement other than basic banking transactions demonstrates the improved confidence that customers have in digital platforms, but also that these interactions can help access services and products in a more personal and unique ma
06/04/2021
Standard Bank launches OneHub, a B2B online marketplace
Corporates and partners will also gain access to the OneDeveloper solution, which offers an API sandbox for the developer community.
06/03/2021
SA fintech nominated in African Banker Awards
Mortgage Market has been nominated in the prestigious 2021 African Banker Award
06/03/2021
Africa’s booming fintech scene has Jeff Bezos back for more
Just seven months after his debut on the African startup investment scene, Bezos Expedition returned to participate in Chipper Cash’s Series C investment.
06/02/2021
FNB is replacing its Gold accounts
With its other accounts, the bank said it is keeping its entry market monthly account fees unchanged for another year, while Easy Zero and Easy PAYU cash withdrawals at FNB ATMs have been reduced by a rand to R7.00 per R1,000 (up to R2,000).
06/01/2021
Predicting the Future of FinTech in Africa
More recently, and especially after the introduction of General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) in Europe, African countries are introducing data protection regulations and infrastructures.
05/31/2021
StanChart to offer mobile loans after CBK approval
The bank’s customer base is small among the big banks, reflecting the limited number of big corporations and high-net-worth clients.
05/28/2021
Capitec Optimizes Their Data Landscape with MANTA’s Solution from Master Data Management
MANTA is also supporting Capitec’s efforts to untangle the on-premises data landscape and facilitate their shift to the cloud.
05/28/2021
A peek into the future of central bank digital currencies
The SA Reserve Bank is looking into digital currencies for the retail sector, but what will this future look like? Dystopia or financial liberation?
05/21/2021
Bettr founders discuss fintech and the new creative economy
Monzo was one of my favorite experiences about being abroad, and I just like wax lyrical, showing him my card
05/21/2021
Capitec, Sabric And Schalk Bezuidenhout Help South Africans Sidestep Bank Fraud
In a series of videos, viewers are shown just how easy it is to get caught off guard and unwittingly share confidential info. Actor and comedian Bezuidenhout is seen in a variety of uncomfortable scenarios, where he is duped into sharing information with
05/21/2021
12 African fintech startups selected for CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa 2021
It will provide a tailor-made program with intensive mentoring, coaching, peer to peer learning and dedicated workshops for the selected startups.
05/20/2021
Sasai lauded for driving financial inclusion in fintech
The introduction of an all-in-one, multipurpose app is said to be on course to changing the narrative on a continent traditionally used to playing catch-up in the area of tech-based innovation.
05/20/2021
Blockchain Research Institute Teams Up With Standard Bank To Expand Into Africa
These three global partnerships will establish think-tanks to promote blockchain education, innovation and adoption in their regions of expertise.
05/18/2021
Mauritanian Bank for International Trade launches digital bank, Masrvi, powered by TagPay
Masrvi was launched at the end of April and responds to Mauritanians’ banking needs by providing secure and accessible banking services
05/18/2021
Standard Bank taps AI to boost insurance business
Using AI and machine learning, a cross-functional Standard Bank team has developed a model that allows the insurance business to predict which clients are likely to cancel their policies, among other use cases.
05/17/2021
SARS to take a closer look at Bitcoin, taxi owners and illegal offshore investments
You can't just implement a wealth tax without more. You have to have a proper assets register.
05/17/2021
The funding gap for African startups: News from Africa, May 2021
Despite the presence of accelerators, incubators, mentorship programs, and angel networks, the report warns that the African market is still far from having enough support to sufficiently spur innovation.