https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/513.html South Africa Banking news 15 Banking news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/513.html en-us Mon, 25 May 2026 09:20:28 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/investec-ramps-up-fight-for-wealthy-clients-in-south-africa-and-uk-734452a Investec is doubling down on its private client business, betting affluent and high-net-worth customers in South Africa and Britain will drive growth as it deepens links across banking, lending, insurance and wealth. 1-268342 Fri, 22 May 2026 10:01:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/investec-reports-marginal-rise-in-full-year-earnings-845433a South African bank Investec reported a marginal rise in full-year earnings on Thursday, 21 May 2026 with client acquisition and growth in lending portfolios offsetting the impact of lower interest rates. 1-268289 Thu, 21 May 2026 10:22:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/eskom-in-talks-with-world-bank-over-nuclear-expansion-in-sa-390988a A senior company official told Reuters that Eskom is in exploratory talks with the World Bank over funding for a multibillion-dollar nuclear programme that could be launched within 12 months. 1-268283 Thu, 21 May 2026 08:06:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/the-r200000-charge-many-south-africans-building-a-home-never-see-coming-734342a For many South Africans buying plot-and-plan homes, the purchase price is only part of the financial picture. A little-known cost called interim interest, charged while a home is still under construction, can add hundreds of thousands of rands to the final bill before buyers even move in. 1-268252 Wed, 20 May 2026 10:58:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/capitec-connect-rolls-out-free-calls-between-sim-users-734312a Capitec Connect has introduced free voice calls between users on its network as the bank’s mobile service continues to grow its customer base. 1-268202 Mon, 18 May 2026 15:37:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/new-r500m-deal-strengthens-fedgroups-role-in-south-africas-energy-transition-956924a Fedgroup has secured R500m in funding from the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) for its newly launched Renewables Capital Fund, marking a significant boost for private infrastructure investment in South Africa. 1-268194 Mon, 18 May 2026 14:22:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/nedbank-unveils-fast-track-business-loans-for-growing-smes-734092a Nedbank is expanding access to finance for South African small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a new pre-approved funding facility of up to R20m aimed at helping businesses scale faster. 1-268032 Tue, 12 May 2026 11:50:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/land-bank-to-lead-finance-and-risk-discussions-at-nampo-2026-069875a Land Bank will take part in Nampp Harvest Day 2026, using the platform to contribute to discussions on agricultural resilience, innovation, sustainability and farmer support. 1-267957 Mon, 11 May 2026 09:35:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/absa-run-your-city-cape-town-10km-cancelled-following-severe-weather-warning-281097a The Absa Run Your City Cape Town 10 KM has announced the cancellation of the highly anticipated race scheduled for Sunday, 10 May 2026, following severe weather warnings issued by the South African Weather Service. The decision was taken in conjunction with the City of Cape Town, disaster risk management, local authorities, and the appointed safety officials. 1-267950 Fri, 08 May 2026 16:29:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/standard-bank-launches-r1m-pitch-competition-for-township-smes-736572a Standard Bank has launched the 2026 edition of its Kasi SME National Pitch Challenge, giving township entrepreneurs across South Africa the chance to compete for a R1m grand prize. 1-267912 Thu, 07 May 2026 16:57:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa