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STANDARD BANK processes OVER CNY 8 billion in payments through China’s Cross-Border Interbank System

Standard Bank, the biggest bank in Africa by assets and the first bank in Africa authorised to process transactions through China’s Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) has facilitated over CNY 8 billion (US$ 1.2 billion) in transactions. The bank was granted approval to offer direct transactions through CIPS in June 2025 at the Lujiazui Forum...
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Paid on Friday and almost broke by Monday?  Why aren’t salaries lasting a full month anymore?

 For many South Africans, payday brings a brief sense of relief. Within days, debit orders, transport costs, grocery bills and other essential expenses absorb much of what is available, leaving households stretched for the rest of the month. South African households are facing mounting financial pressure. According to the latest Consumer Confidence Index (CCI), compiled...
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Standard Bank Provides First US$29 Million Social Documentary Credit Facility to Helios Towers

Standard Bank, Africa’s largest bank by assets and market capitalisation, is proud to have partnered with Helios Towers (HT) to provide a US$29 million Social Documentary Credit Facility. This transaction marks Standard Bank’s first Documentary Credit Facility structured in a Sustainable Finance format. The facility will support the procurement and importation of telecommunications infrastructure and...
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South Africa’s Youth Are Redefining The Road To Financial Success

Tana Malinga Standard Bank Youth Barometer reveals a resilient generation transforming economic challenges into opportunities for long-term growth. For years, South Africa’s younger generation has been viewed through the lens of stereotypes, accused of chasing trends, avoiding responsibility and delaying life’s biggest milestones. Yet beneath the social media headlines and cultural labels lies a generation...
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Fnb’s Nav» Enters a New Decade, Empowering Six Million South Africans To Build Stronger Financial Futures

Tana Malinga For millions of South Africans, financial success is no longer measured solely by the size of a bank balance. It is about creating stability, unlocking opportunities and building a future with confidence. Recognising this shift, FNB has marked the 10th anniversary of its nav» ecosystem by unveiling two powerful new digital solutions-nav» Youth...
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FNB lowers Aspire Credit Card income threshold to broaden responsible access to formal credit

Qualifying income reduced from R5,000 to R3,500 per month, providing qualifying customers with access to credit to support responsible financial management, subject to affordability assessments  As South African consumers continue to manage increased cost of living pressures, First National Bank (FNB) is broadening access to formal credit for qualifying customers by reducing the minimum qualifying...
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Standard Bank backs Adenia Partners in strategic pan-African financial services acquisition operating across nine countries and driving financial inclusion

Standard Bank, Africa’s biggest bank by assets, has successfully delivered a holistic financing solution to Adenia Partners, enabling the private equity firm to acquire a controlling stake in Minet Holdings, a leading pan-African insurance brokerage business operating across nine countries. This landmark transaction marks a significant milestone in the Standard Bank and Adenia Partners relationship...
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FNB removes initiation fees from its Credit Switch solution as more South Africans look to simplify debt repayments

Customers consolidating retail accounts, medical bills, personal loans, and credit cards as monthly budgets come under pressure  With many South Africans looking for practical ways to better manage their monthly expenses and reduce financial pressure, FNB has announced the removal of initiation fees on its qualifying debt consolidation service, making it more affordable for customers...
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