Articles about Fintech

Lesaka issues headline earnings correction

The revision stems from the treatment of the “change in fair value of equity securities, net” line item in its Q3 FY2026 results.

ICT competition grows; telecoms still tightly controlled

Challenger companies are increasing ICT competition, even as satellite and wireless telecoms are dominated by a handful of firms.

MTN posts strong Q1 amid prepaid woes

The mobile operator reports double-digit revenue growth, higher margins and solid subscriber gains.

Araxi shareholders approve Pay@ deal

Shareholders voted and overwhelmingly approved the company’s acquisition of 80% of shares in the Pay@ Group.

Retro Rabbit: Mastering digital advantage for enterprise success

The company's ownership culture means it recommends solutions that realistically align with clients’ strategies, says Wesley Buck, solutions architect at Retro Rabbit/SmarTek21.

Renewed strategy boosts GoTyme

The bank’s “phygital” model combines upgraded digital services with in-person banking support across malls in Gauteng and Western Cape.

The invisible engine powering SA’s informal payment revolution

A proliferation of fintech firms have built affordable payment infrastructures that reach merchants not on the traditional roadmap.

Africa’s fintech evolution

From mobile money to AI-first challengers, the continent is rewriting what financial services look like and who gets to participate.

Bitexen enters SA, expands beyond crypto trading

SA’s regulatory clarity and financial system are key factors in Bitexen’s decision to establish a local presence, it says.

eFama's Pretty Kubyane wins Wired4Women Tech Entrepreneur Award

Launched in 2023, eFama is a marketplace app that connects farmers with buyers, simplifying the agricultural supply chain and improving access to fresh produce.

Stitch adds BNPL to payments platform

The payments infrastructure provider behind several South African online retailers adds buy-now-pay-later functionality.

The power of stokvels: From saving circles to investment powerhouses

The centuries-old African tradition is evolving into a sophisticated financial force, says Reinard Janse Van Rensburg, regional sales manager at Altron FinTech.