The South African Revenue Service Commissioner (SARS), Mr. Edward Kieswetter, warmly welcomes the appointment of Dr Ngobani Johnstone Makhubu as the new SARS Commissioner from 1 May 2026, for a period of five years. Dr Makhubu was appointed as a Deputy Commissioner: Taxpayer Engagement and Operations from 1 May 2023. The President has appointed Dr…
Standard Bank has partnered with Clover and the Milk Producers’ Organisation (MPO) to support South African government efforts to curb the spread of Foot‑and‑Mouth Disease (FMD) through the deployment of a chilled mobile vaccination vehicle. The specialised unit enables safe, cold‑chain distribution of vaccines directly to farming communities, addressing a critical logistical need in the national response. This partnership supports the…
Smart ID services launched at selected FNB branches, expanding to 16 locations by the end of April FNB is proud to announce the launch of its Department of Home Affairs (DHA) Smart ID Card application services at four newly enabled FNB branches. This forms part of a phased national rollout, which will see the service…
Consumers are encouraged to plan ahead, avoid unnecessary debt and make more intentional spending decisions As households prepare for the added costs that often come with the Easter period, consumers are urged to take a more deliberate approach to their seasonal spending. Easter often brings extra expenses, from food and travel to family gatherings and…
For small business owners, choosing the right bank account shouldn’t be just about the lowest monthly fee; it needs to be about making sure the account supports the way their business operates. A mismatch between account type and business banking activity can result in hidden costs and missed opportunities to access value. That’s according to…
Holiday timing sets the stage for a spending uplift across travel and retail FNB expects stronger customer spend over Easter this year, as families take advantage of an early month-long weekend that coincides with the school holidays. The combination of travel, social gatherings, and seasonal shopping is likely to drive increased activity across everyday spending…
Standard Bank processed one of the largest payment volumes on the African continent, moving more than R164 trillion in payments in 2025, across its 20 million clients and correspondent‑banking relationships. This scale means that every single minute, over R300 million flows through the bank’s infrastructure. This highlights Standard Bank’s central role in the financial circulatory…
First National Bank (FNB) will maintain its prime lending rate at existing levels following the decision taken earlier today by the SA Reserve Bank Monetary Policy Committee (SARB MPC) to leave rates unchanged. The bank will review its interest rates following the next MPC meeting in May. The decision applies to all prime-linked accounts. “Recent…
Future 50, powered by FNB Business, has entered its third season, marking an important milestone in the evolution of a programme that is a well-recognised platform for accelerating high-growth South African businesses. Over the past two seasons, more than 100 entrepreneurial success stories have been showcased, with businesses profiled weekly on East Coast Radio’s Breakfast…
Helping young graduates and professionals enter the property market soone FNB has launched a market first home loan solution designed to help young South Africans enter the property market earlier by easing the financial pressures associated with the early years of homeownership. The solution allows qualifying graduates and young professionals under the age of 35…
