Over 16,000 merchants to be enabled with Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC) by year-end, reinforcing South Africa’s position as a tourist-friendly destination. Johannesburg, South Africa and Dublin, Ireland – [29 October 2025] – By the end of 2025, more than 16,000 Standard Bank merchants across South Africa will be equipped to offer international visitors the ability to…
Tana Malinga Five simple habits to help South African seniors stay financially strong as medical expenses soar 28 OCTOBER 2025: Growing older should mean more comfort, not more worry. But for many South Africans, health costs are climbing faster than their income. From chronic medication to regular check-ups and medical aids, expenses are piling up…
By Bradley Elliott, CEO of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) platform RelyComply South Africa’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist marks a defining moment for the country’s financial sector. It reflects years of collaboration and reform across institutions, regulators, and the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC), proving that decisive action and accountability can deliver lasting…
Tana Malinga 27 OCTOBER 2025 – First National Bank (FNB) has joined forces with Reunyte, a fintech company that helps people trace and retrieve unclaimed benefits such as pensions, investments, and policies. The partnership forms part of FNB’s promise to use technology to bring real help and value to its customers. Through Reunyte’s smart tracing…
Tana Malinga Krugersdorp, Gauteng – The South African Breweries (SAB) reaffirmed its commitment to responsible drinking at the Cheers to Responsibility event held at its Chamdor Brewery. The gathering brought together industry partners and media to spotlight SAB’s growing investment in innovation and mindful consumption. Since 2022, SAB has invested over R19.5 billion in expanding…
Tana Malinga Named Best AI Powered Retail & SME Bank for South Africa and Southern Africa 21 October 2025: FNB has proudly earned four major honours at the inaugural Global AI Awards 2025, hosted by The Digital Banker. The awards celebrate global leaders using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve efficiency, strengthen decision-making, and deliver smarter…
First National Bank (FNB), a leader in digital banking innovation, has announced a strategic partnership with VezoPay, the fintech company behind Africa’s first smart payment ring. Certified by Visa and Mastercard and enabled by Fidesmo, the VezoPay ring offers a secure, everyday payment solution. The collaboration aims to expand access to safe, contactless payments for South…
Kopano Monaheng ASK any kasi entrepreneur what they want and you are likely to hear they want success and growth for their businesses. And that’s why Standard Bank is committed to supporting the continued growth of kasi businesses across South Africa. On Tuesday, 14 October, the media was taken on a tour around Soweto, visiting…
Tana Malinga 15 October 2025 – A quiet revolution is reshaping how big decisions are made in South African boardrooms. Thanks to digital tools, stronger investor voices, and rising pressure for ethical governance, proxy voting is becoming a powerful force in corporate accountability. Proxy voting – where shareholders vote without being physically present – is…
Tana Malinga A powerful new exhibition celebrating four decades of South Africa’s visual arts excellence opened today at the Standard Bank Art Lab in Sandton. Titled SBYA Visual Art 1984 – Now, the landmark showcase marks the 40th anniversary of the prestigious Standard Bank Young Artist Award (SBYA) for visual arts. The exhibition, on view…
