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Making an investment in the future

By Industry Contributor 26 January 2024

Peter Andrew, the CEO of CCI South Africa, explains why role played by the BPO industry in investing in South Africa’s youth is critical tothe country's future. FULL STORY >

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Telkom launches first virtual card in Africa for transacting on WhatsApp

By Staff Writer 9 June 2021

Ukheshe, Mastercard, Nedbank and Telkom collaborate to grow access to the digital economy with virtual product that enables secure e-commerce payments on phone FULL STORY >

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New virtual banking card launched by Capitec

By Staff Writer 18 November 2020

South Africa’s largest digital bank is expanding its digital offering to clients with the launch of a virtual banking card. FULL STORY >

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Standard Bank, Mastercard and Google collaborate to help get SMEs selling online

By Staff Writer 19 October 2020

Partnership sees SMEs get free access to Standard Bank’s SimplyBlu powered by Mastercard plus free Google Ads to the value of R500. FULL STORY >

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Microsoft, Mastercard collaborate to accelerate innovation

By Staff Writer 31 July 2020

Microsoft and Mastercard have announced a new collaboration, aimed at building pathways to financial security and provide tools for sustainable growth FULL STORY >

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uKheshe partners with Mastercard to bring mobile payments to unbanked South Africans

By Press Release 3 December 2019

uKheshe, a locally developed financial inclusion platform, has further enhanced its offering to the unbanked by collaborating with Mastercard to enable informal traders, street vendors and casual labourers to... FULL STORY >

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Vodacom launches VodaPay Masterpass app for safe, convenient digital payments

By Ryan Noik 9 July 2019

It’s some good news for Vodacom users as the company launched its VodaPay Masterpass this week. FULL STORY >

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Mastercard announces roadmap for contactless payments consistency

By Press Release 4 June 2018

Every cardholder across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Latin America and Asia/Pacific will be able to tap their Mastercard or device in stores by 2023, according to company's latest roadmap. FULL STORY >

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IFC, Mastercard foundation extend financial inclusion for millions in Africa

By Press Release 17 May 2018

The Partnership for Financial Inclusion has been an important actor in helping to drive financial inclusion in Africa. FULL STORY >

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Women entrepreneurs making headway in South Africa, but roadblocks remain – Mastercard Index

By Opinion 8 March 2018

While South Africa has made progress in reducing the gender bias for women engaging in early stage entrepreneurial activities, the number of women business owners remains constrained by a lack of... FULL STORY >

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Mastercard acquires Oltio to accelerate digital payments adoption in Middle East and Africa

By Press Release 6 March 2018

Acquisition to drive cash displacement and innovation in emerging markets. FULL STORY >

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Mastercard uses Facebook Messenger to help small businesses go digital

By Press Release 1 March 2018

Mastercard Launches Masterpass QR bot for Messenger to enable Nigerian businesses to set up digital money accounts and accept QR payments. FULL STORY >

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Insuring our digital lives

By Press Release 22 February 2018

The world of interconnected devices known as the Internet of Things (IoT) is set to go mass market, with the smart devices market already worth tens of billions of Dollars annually. However, many consumers are rightfully concerned about how secure these devices... FULL STORY >

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Blanka coming to Street Fighter V: Arcade Edition

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 13 February 2018

Capcom is pulling out the big guns for season three of Street Fighter V: Arcade Edition, with Blanka coming to the roster on 20 February. FULL STORY >

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Live it and Give it: Love is Still in Fashion!

By Press Release 12 February 2018

Looking to win over your loved one this Valentine’s Day? Try ‘date night’ experiences or romantic getaways. FULL STORY >

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