Banking relief for consumers South African businesses and members of the general public on the edge of financial ruin due to the COVID-19 outbreak will breathe a sigh of relief after South African banks agreed to implement debt relief measures. This comes after the banks agreed to government interventions, which will see competition laws relaxed amid the outbreak. The reprieve was announced by Trade, Industry and Competition Minister, Ebrahim Patel, during a media briefing on Tuesday. On … [Read more...] about Banks Competition Laws Relaxed
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Madibaz coach banking on squad’s depth in Varsity Shield – MyPR.co.za
Madibaz coach banking on squad’s depth in Varsity Shield: Building depth in his squad has been uppermost in coach Jarryd Buys’s mind as FNB Madibaz prepare for their opening Varsity Shield rugby match against University of KwaZulu-Natal in Port Elizabeth tomorrow. The encounter is a repeat of last year’s semifinal at the same venue and will kick off at the Madibaz Stadium at 7pm. Buys said their approach to the season was based on the fact that the team with most log points over 2019 … [Read more...] about Madibaz coach banking on squad’s depth in Varsity Shield – MyPR.co.za
Ntseki banking on Bafana’s away record ahead of Ghana clash – Port Elizabeth Business News
Ntseki banking on Bafana’s away record ahead of Ghana clash: In his first international match, a friendly against Mali, Ntseki saw Bafana winning 2-1 at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth last month. But he’s equally aware that in terms of importance, ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Takealot edges closer to 2m customers: In May, the retailer launched Takealot Pickup Points in East London, Port Elizabeth, Johannesburg and Cape Town ... SA’s fastest-growing … [Read more...] about Ntseki banking on Bafana’s away record ahead of Ghana clash – Port Elizabeth Business News
Madibaz surfers banking on all-round effort – MyPR.co.za
Madibaz surfers banking on all-round effort: Madibaz surfer Greg Cuthbert will be one of the more experienced members of the team when they contest the University Sport South Africa championships in Victoria Bay near George from July 11 to 14 Photo: Supplied With several new faces in their outfit, the Madibaz surfing squad will be banking on a concerted team effort when the University Sport South Africa competition takes place later this month. The Nelson Mandela University team have produced … [Read more...] about Madibaz surfers banking on all-round effort – MyPR.co.za
Youth prefer to bank smart with digital channels
Statista.com, the global statistical data portal estimates that the number of smartphone users in South Africa will reach 22 million in 2019. This is in line with FNB’s data which indicates an increase in banking via digital channels by young people, especially the Banking App. According to FNB data, customers between the ages of 22-30 prefer using digital platforms such as online banking or the banking app for personal loan applications. In the last quarter of 2018, of the customers who … [Read more...] about Youth prefer to bank smart with digital channels
Grahamstown News: Elvis Mason, prominent Dallas banking executive, dies at 85
Elvis Mason, prominent Dallas banking executive, dies at 85: He studied at Rhodes University in Grahamstown, South Africa, on a Rotary Fellowship and upon his return married Joan Baker, his wife of 57 years. It was while witnessing the effects of apartheid in S... Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. Oom Koosie-style blessings for this new year, new start: He would bless me before I left our home on Mountain Way, Matroosfontein for our seminary in Makwanda (Grahamstown). His prayers were … [Read more...] about Grahamstown News: Elvis Mason, prominent Dallas banking executive, dies at 85
Mthatha news: Buya Msuthu banking on experience of ex- Premier Soccer League players in national play-offs
Buya Msuthu banking on experience of ex- Premier Soccer League players in national play-offs: Msuthu's players with PSL and NFD experience include former Jomo Cosmos and Chippa United midfielder Conrad Madolo, former University of Pretoria striker Lucky Mathonsi, former Bloemfontein Celtic and Mthatha midfielder Shane April, and former Maritzburg ... Source: "Mthatha" - BingNews. Half of the schools in OR Tambo District in EC not conducive to learning: MTHATHA, May (ANA) – Children in … [Read more...] about Mthatha news: Buya Msuthu banking on experience of ex- Premier Soccer League players in national play-offs
Smartphone Banking Tips
As more consumers embrace the ease and convenience of accessing banking services through their mobile devices, it is becoming more essential for them to protect themselves from fraudsters by constantly keeping up to date with the latest Apps and security measures. Kartik Mistry, Head of Smart Devices at FNB says, "Although technology allows you to bank anywhere at any time, the onus is on you to constantly lookout for the latest security measures to prevent fraudsters from robbing you of … [Read more...] about Smartphone Banking Tips
Hamza Farooqui comments on rumour that SARB has recommended banking apartheid is maintained
Hamza Farooqui comments on rumour that SARB has recommended banking apartheid is maintained: On Friday (3 February), Bloomberg News published a story in which it claimed the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) made a recommendation to the Treasury that Vardospan’s bid to create South Africa’s first 100% black-owned bank, should be rejected. If Vardospan were to be successful in its bid to acquire Habib Overseas Bank, it would be a significant first step in ending the banking … [Read more...] about Hamza Farooqui comments on rumour that SARB has recommended banking apartheid is maintained
Local Banking App wins global technology award
FNB was recognised for having the 'Best Mobile System/Service Initiative' for its innovative FNB Banking App during the Annual Banking Technology Awards 2016 held in London last week. The FNB Banking App demonstrated excellence and the best innovative tech approach worldwide in the Digital category for the use of mobile to provide services to clients within the banking sector. Yolande Steyn, Head of Innovation at FNB, says "We are honoured and privileged to receive this global accolade, … [Read more...] about Local Banking App wins global technology award
Make the most of what your bank offers
As the old saying goes, don't work harder work smarter - the same can be said of the way in which you bank. We often unknowingly transact in a way that not only frustrates us but that takes up unnecessary time and wastes money that could have been put to use to cover other expenses. "Cancelling a card, getting bank details, making deposits and paying someone rank high on the list of banking transactions that consumers still go into a branch for," says Eunice Sibiya, Head of FNB Consumer … [Read more...] about Make the most of what your bank offers
Tips to make your 2015 financial resolutions stick
New Year's resolutions may come and go but if there is one area of your life where you should try to change resolutions into habits, it's your finances. 2015 is the ideal year to reinvent the way you bank and think about your money. Five FNB gurus have a few tips and things to remember to make sure that your 2015 is a tip top financial year. #1 Turn on the tech - Sahil Mungar, FNB Digital Banking If you are not making the most of your bank's digital banking platforms yet, you're causing … [Read more...] about Tips to make your 2015 financial resolutions stick
Holiday Banking Hours Extended
During the festive season, selected Absa branches located in shopping malls nationwide will have their operating hours extended. This will also include Sunday banking to accommodate predicted increase in seasonal demand for financial services and offer convenience to customers over this period. This year's extended services at select branches will commence today, Friday 12 December 2014, and will remain in place until 11 January 2015. Saturday banking at selected branches, particularly at … [Read more...] about Holiday Banking Hours Extended
New Primary Banker for NMB
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's appointment of Absa Bank Limited (Absa) as its primary banker is indicative of a consumer orientated agenda to ultimately ensure more streamlined services to the residents of Nelson Mandela Bay, stated Portfolio Chairperson for Budget and Treasury Cllr Balu Naran on behalf of Executive Mayor Zanoxolo Wayile. "We are now in the process of working with the community to seamlessly change from one service provider to another from 1 November 2012. It should be … [Read more...] about New Primary Banker for NMB
