Zihaad Israfil ”South Africa hosted the G20 Summit in November, and though most of the headlines focused on the politics, there were three signals that matter for anyone who saves, invests, or trades. “The first was about debt and the cost of capital. In the G20 South Africa Leaders’ Declaration, heads of state endorsed a new…
WHY EVERYONE DESERVES A PLACE IN THE MARKET Zihaad Israfil “As we come to the end of the year and start to think about holidays and fun, it can also be a time of reflection. This year, Human Rights Day really brought home to me that dignity is not only about how we are treated,…
Standard Bank, the biggest bank in Africa by assets, recently hosted its second annual CSI Volunteering Impact Awards. Launched in 2024, the awards serve to honour extraordinary efforts of Standard Bank employees and their supported organisations who go above and beyond to make a meaningful difference in communities across South Africa. “At Standard Bank, we…
The festive season is a time of celebration, connection and reflection on the year that’s passed. But while you’re buying gifts, booking flights and mapping out road trips, it’s worth remembering that while work may pause for a few weeks, life doesn’t. And neither should your insurance, your Will, or your estate plan. Whether it’s…
Takealot Integrates On-Demand Shopping via TakealotNOW on Mr D Takealot, South Africa’s #1 shopping app, has launched an exciting pilot that integrates its on-demand delivery service, TakealotNOW, directly into the Takealot App in partnership with Mr D. This seamless integration makes life easier and faster for customers by pairing speed and convenience with an already…
National Treasury asks FNB to facilitate secure payouts starting 8 December 2025 FNB has been appointed by National Treasury to pay out Ithala SOC Limited depositors. This process will begin on 8 December 2025 via FNB’s national branch network. How FNB will help Ithala customers It is important to note that payments will only be…
Standard Bank, Africa’s biggest bank by assets, has announced the financial close of a R11.5 billion deal that sees Vodacom, the biggest telecommunications company in South Africa by subscribers, acquire a 30% stake in Maziv, the owner of Dark Fibre Africa and Vumatel, in a new single fibre-providing entity. Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) was…
Changing the way FNB rewards home loan customers FNB has introduced eBucks Home Rewards to celebrate one of its customers’ greatest achievements, owning a home. This new feature is designed to make homeownership more rewarding with meaningful recognition for customers who’ve chosen FNB as their trusted home loan partner. From the 1st of December 2025, new…
Palesa Ngomeza Black Friday has undergone a remarkable transformation in South Africa. The frenzied scenes of shoppers queuing for hours and stampeding through store doors have given way to a more calculated, strategic approach to deal-hunting. As we navigate Black Friday 2025, it’s clear that South African consumers are no longer treating this as a…
The South African Breweries (SAB) and LIV Golf South Africa have announced their bold new partnership, marking another significant moment in South Africa’s sporting landscape. SAB has a long- standing history in sport sponsorship and as one of the country’s most established corporate citizens, the company continues to invest in innovation, culture, and nation-building, as…
