News
South Africa Fintech Ukheshe Rebrands as EFT Corporation, Aiming to Boost Financial Inclusion in Africa
South African fintech company Ukheshe has rebranded as EFT Corporation following its acquisition of the long-established EFT Corporation in January 2024. This strategic ...
News
South Africa Traders Fair 2024: Embrace Financial Wisdom
Johannesburg, South Africa — Anticipation is building as the South Africa Traders Fair, hosted by FINEXPO, returns to the vibrant city of Johannesburg. ...
South Africa
South Africa to Tighten Cryptocurrency Regulations with New ‘Travel Rule’
Sumsub urges South African firms involved in crypto transactions to seriously consider Travel Rule requirements Cryptocurrency services may soon find themselves facing increased ...
News
South Africa’s Telecommunications Sector at a Pivotal Juncture
South Africa’s telecommunications industry is currently at a critical juncture, faced with the dual task of driving progress while navigating persistent challenges. The ...
Regulatory
South Africa to Probe Microsoft Over Cloud Computing Licensing Practices, Source Reveals
A South African antitrust agency is gearing up to launch an investigation into Microsoft regarding its cloud computing licensing practices, as disclosed by ...
News
South Africa Emerges as Fintech Revenue Leader in Africa
According to a report published by Research and Markets, South Africa has emerged as a frontrunner in fintech revenue generation, accounting for approximately ...
News
SA: FNB Pay and Masterpass Lead Mobile Payments Landscape in South Africa
According to a recent survey conducted by Statista’s Consumer Insights, FNB Pay and Mastercard Click to Pay (Masterpass) have emerged as the most ...
South Africa
South African BNPL Startup Float Secures $11 Million Funding to Launch Card-Linked Instalment Platform
Float, a South African startup specializing in buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) services, has successfully secured $11 million in funding from Standard Bank. The funding will ...
Regulatory
South Africa’s Ambitious COFI Bill Set to Revolutionize Fintech Industry
The South African government has unveiled plans to introduce the Conduct of Financial Institutions (COFI) Bill, marking a significant step toward reforming and ...
News
South Africa: XS.com Expands African Presence with Acquisition of South African License
XS.com, a leading FinTech and financial services provider, has announced its strategic foray into the burgeoning African market with the acquisition of a ...