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Ecommerce

Walmart to open stores in South Africa before Q4 2025

Walmart will launch its first own-branded stores in South Africa before the end of 2025, competing with Amazon and Temu in its retail market.

News

BREAKING: South Africa’s ACH, BankservAfrica rebrands to PayInc SA

BankservAfrica, South Africa's 53-year-old money movement backbone, rebrands to PayInc SA.

News

Three streaming giants raise prices in South Africa within four months

Spotify, Netflix, and YouTube have hiked prices in South Africa, signaling a shift as global platforms adjust to rising costs.

Fintech

Visa debuts first data centre in South Africa 

Visa has launched its first data centre in South Africa, investing R1 billion ($56,904,500) to accelerate financial inclusion across Africa.

Fintech

Stitch buys Efficacy to take full control of card payments in South Africa

Stitch now runs the full card stack—gateway, switch, and acquirer—after buying Efficacy Payments.

News

TymeBank threatens legal action over 6,500% spike in ID verification fees

TymeBank plans legal action as South Africa raises ID verification fees from 15 cents to 10 rands, calling it a threat to low-income access and financial inclusion.

News

MTN launches SIM delivery service in Johannesburg

MTN has launched Shesh@5G in Johannesburg—a 2-hour SIM and device delivery service redefining telecom convenience across Africa. The service brings 5G to your doorstep.

Travel

Guide: How to apply for South African eVisa and Nomad eVisa

South Africa’s eVisa now simplifies travel for tourists, business visitors, and remote workers. Here's everything you need to know.

Mobility

Uber pilots two wheeler service in Johannesburg, eyes untapped South African market

South Africa does not have a widespread, formally recognized motorcycle taxi industry in urban centers. Uber Moto hopes to change that gradually with a pilot phase.

News

South Africa’s VAT to increase in phases, reaching 16% by 2026

South Africa will increase VAT to 16% by 2026, with a phased hike starting in May 2025 to boost revenue.

Ecommerce

Why we left Tunisia and South Africa in 2024 – Jumia 

The e-retailer will leverage the nine countries left, representing more than 625 million people, 54% of Africa’s internet users, and 49% of Africa's GDP

Fintech

$45B fintech giant Revolut sets sights on South Africa

Since 2016, South Africa has granted only three digital banking licenses, raising questions about the challenges Revolut may encounter despite its global footprint.

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