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New products from other verticals are being launched into the bank app (and nowhere else).
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The CitizenThe CitizenSA loses R26bn a year due to water losses
South Africa loses nearly half of its treated water before it reaches end users.
The CitizenTshwane councillors’ increase challenged in court
'Millionaire VIP protectors' also questioned.
The CitizenYears of giving earn Zamokuhle Gogos winter warmth
For them, the gifts were more than just warmth for winter; they were a powerful affirmation that their work is seen and appreciated.
The CitizenMental health support group in South Africa spends R150k per month on suicide helpline
Calls to the helplines are toll-free, ensuring that no one is prevented from seeking help due to a lack of airtime.
The CitizenBack by popular demand: Heineken helps South Africans and Nigerians take local beer prices to the US and Mexico
A Bureau de Change... but for beers, returns as football fans prepare for one of the biggest travel seasons in recent memory.
The CitizenThe Hollywood Foundation announces Gauteng Bambelela Business Awards 2026
More than an awards ceremony, Bambelela offers support, guidance, visibility, and real opportunities for businesses working to grow and make a difference.
The CitizenFur babies booming: Your pets at home have become big business
As pets take on a more central family role, spending has become more resilient and shifted towards higher-value goods and services.
The CitizenThings got worse under Dada Morero as mayor, says BLSA CEO
Dada Morero was elected as City of Joburg Mayor in August 2024 for the second time.
The CitizenSharks lose another Bok to Japan
Fassi's pending departure will leave the Sharks and coach JP Pietersen light in the fullback position.
The CitizenBMW SA’s ‘hidden gem’ business unit employs more staff than Rosslyn plant
BMW IT Hub is projected to contribute R4bn to the SA economy this year.
The CitizenThree days in: Sizekhaya celebrates strong national response; first PowerBall multi-millionnaire and expanded National Lottery access
'Our first few days have delivered tremendous encouragement.'
The CitizenWhy more South Africans are falling in love with Mauritius than ever before
From easier travel to authentic island experiences, Mauritius is winning South African hearts.
The CitizenPep’s new bank ‘PlusB’ will cost just R920m to build
This is less than a third of what Old Mutual spent ...
The CitizenNova’s auditors accused of failing to flag Companies Act breaches
Trustee alleges Flora Centre liquidation could bypass CIPC ban on property sales
The CitizenTourism department criticised over delays, red tape in funding programmes
Parliamentary committee members have questioned the effectiveness of tourism funding schemes aimed at supporting small businesses.
The CitizenSizekhaya ushers in a new era for the National Lottery
The National Lottery represents possibility.
The CitizenCapitec business banking: Simple, transparent solutions for growing businesses
Capitec's Business Banking Account is designed with simplicity in mind, combining practical tools with reliable technology.
The CitizenNestlé KitKat fuels South Africa’s Formula 1 fever
Stand a chance to win Formula 1 tickets to the iconic Monza Grand Prix in Italy.
The CitizenPityana to take his Absa board dismissal case to the SCA
The Pretoria High Court last month dismissed his application for leave to appeal against a March decision by the same court, which found in Absa's favour.
The CitizenCourt ruling opens the door to private procurement of FMD vaccines
FMD Response SA warned that the judgment does not create a free-for-all or give farmers an automatic right to import vaccines themselves.
The CitizenStandard Bank overtakes Capitec, FirstRand as Africa’s most valuable bank
But this three-way tussle will be with us for some time yet ...
The CitizenGrower-led group enters fight for Tongaat Hulett
The coalition says its proposal is built around the long-term sustainability of the fragile company, with its members listed as equity partners.
The CitizenBolt South Africa launches electric cars – but will rides be cheaper?
Bolt is expanding with a fully electric vehicle category.
The CitizenDunlop Industrial accused of withholding payment over ‘false allegations’ of collusion
The company accused two brothers of colluding to win business - but those claims are denied and are about to be tested in the KwaZulu-Natal High Court.
The CitizenPrimeXBT wins ‘Best Multi-Asset Trading Platform South Africa 2026’ award
The awards highlight organisations that demonstrate strong performance and innovation in their respective categories.
The CitizenGlobal uncertainty, African opportunity: Wars and instability steer tourists to South Africa
As conflict disrupts traditional travel routes and increases costs in the Middle East, South Africa and other parts of Africa are positioning themselves as compelling alternatives.
The CitizenJoburg Water disaster has been a decade in the making
The entity admits that the city's water and sanitation service 'is not sustainable'.
The CitizenFlySafair extends ticket surcharge to August
It could remain in place for longer if strong Eurozone summer demand puts further pressure on global jet fuel prices.
The CitizenFNB bolsters its Solopreneur offering to support a growing base of self‑employed clients
Freelancers and independent workers get a dedicated banking platform from FNB.