The bank updates its eWallet platform by integrating it with WhatsApp, to target South Africa’s informal economy.
The Department of Home Affairs extends smart ID services through partnerships with banks, with Capitec, Standard Bank and FNB deploying new services at selected branches.
Datanamix's modernised Unified API ecosystem is designed to simplify integration while embedding security into every stage of the verification workflow.
The increase reflects investment in new digital infrastructure capabilities, cyber security, data and cloud, says the bank.
NSFAS fintech partners to challenge contract cancellations
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International recruiters are increasingly targeting South African tech professionals, intensifying global competition for scarce local skills, says Pnet.
NjiaPay raises $2.1 million to help African online businesses reduce payment failures by coordinating multiple payment providers through a single integration.
The state-owned bank strengthens security controls after a January ransomware attack compromised internal records.
Huawei Cloud drives African FinTech innovation
Mark Wang, Solution Architect at Huawei Cloud Southern Africa, spoke to ITWeb about Huawei being a strategic partner in the banking sector. He also addressed challenges for banks in SA and potential growth in the payment ecosystem for customers. #huaweicloud #fintech #digitalbanking
The funding round was led by Norrsken22, with participation from OneDayYes, Enza Capital and CV VC Africa.
Make the shift from a compliance-only practice to an ERP advisory partner.
The company pushes to enable greater financial inclusion, improve transaction transparency and reduce the risks associated with handling cash.
NTT Data renews its five-year SAP deal with Absa to modernise financial systems.
The partnership will explore payment, settlement and liquidity solutions to enhance the continent’s financial system resilience.