Get in the game and stretch your festive budget with early FNB Connect and eBucks Black Friday deals 14 November 2025: The festive season should feel joyful, but for many South Africans it often brings financial worry. To help customers manage their budgets, FNB has launched early Black Friday offers across FNB Connect and eBucks, giving…

By Peter West and Mayibongwe Sangweni, Financial Institutions Group Client Coverage at Standard Bank Africa’s insurance sector remains largely underpenetrated, with most markets (apart from South Africa) reporting penetration levels below 3%, compared to a global average of upwards of 7%. Insurance penetration is closely tied to macroeconomic realities and given Africa’s low GDP levels,…

Black Friday isn’t just a day anymore, it’s a full-blown season of deals, flash sales, and digital buzz. For many South Africans, it’s where saving meets spending, and the thrill of “getting it right” feels like a win. But behind the excitement lies a choice: shop with purpose or get swept up in the hype….

Tana Malinga Johannesburg, South Africa.The newly launched Africa Trade Engine (ATE) aims to power a new age of African manufacturing and trade. Formed as a joint venture between TRT Manufacturing and TradeDepot, ATE is built to strengthen the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) by helping brands produce and distribute goods within Africa faster and…