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 Tue, 05 May 2026 05:42:29 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/new-sassa-system-piloted-in-bellville-office-170286a The South African Social Security Agency is piloting new systems in Bellville, including biometrics, self-service kiosks, and smarter queue management to reduce waiting times. Digital tools, such as facial recognition and e-Life certification, aim to prevent fraud and allow beneficiaries to apply for grants without visiting offices. While queues have improved, there are concerns about staffing, system glitches, and whether all beneficiaries will be able to navigate the new technology. 1-267758 Mon, 04 May 2026 14:17:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/remgro-exits-firstrand-after-nearly-three-decades-in-strategic-portfolio-shift-403879a Investment holding company Remgro Limited has fully exited its long-standing stake in FirstRand Limited, marking the end of a relationship that spanned almost 30 years and signalling a decisive shift in capital allocation strategy. 1-267695 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:50:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/postbank-ushers-in-sassa-black-card-era-with-final-replacement-drive-392888a Postbank announced that the replacement of the remaining Sassa (South African Social Security Agency) gold cards with new Postbank black cards will begin on 29 April, with beneficiaries encouraged to switch before the 31 August 2026 deadline. 1-267583 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:44:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/capitec-bank-reports-23-rise-in-fy-profit-281727a Capitec Bank reported on Wednesday, 22 April 2026 a 23% rise in full-year profit as interest income rose by double digits as its customers borrowed more money. 1-267510 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:15:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/nedbank-hunts-top-data-talent-with-r500k-challenge-514470a Nedbank has opened registrations for its Data Masters Challenge 2026, a national competition aimed at identifying and recruiting experienced data professionals in South Africa. 1-267436 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:11:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/standard-bank-secures-800m-sustainability-linked-loan-625321a Standard Bank has closed a $800m sustainability-linked syndicated loan, drawing strong interest from global investors, marking one of the most significant funding deals by an African bank this year. 1-267361 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:05:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/phillip-we-are-in-absa-and-visa-give-fans-a-shot-at-the-fifa-world-cup-2026-069725a The last time South Africa qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026TM, it was on home soil. It. wasn’t just football; it was a moment felt collectively across the nation. A moment many still remember as “Phillip, it is here.” It brought people together, filled the streets with energy, and made the whole continent proud. 1-267337 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:07:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/standard-bank-anthem-drive-south-africas-largest-solar-pv-infrastructure-project-403029a South Africa’s construction and infrastructure sector has reached a new milestone with the financial close and rollout of the Notsi solar photovoltaic (PV) project, the largest single-phase solar development in the country to date. 1-267245 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:12:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/fnb-targets-digital-gap-among-smes-with-new-initiative-514130a First National Bank (FNB) has launched a new programme aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adopt digital technologies and improve competitiveness in South Africa’s evolving economy. 1-267246 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:10:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/absa-boosts-fuel-cashback-as-petrol-and-diesel-price-surge-hits-south-african-consumers-847853a Bank increases fuel earn cap and enhances rewards as rising costs continue to pressure household budgets. 1-267159 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:50:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Banking South Africa