June 30, 2025
South Africa is taking a bold step to revive its economy and prepare for a cleaner energy future. On June 24, 2025, the World Bank approved a $1.5 billion loan to support infrastructure upgrades and help the country transition to low-carbon energy systems. This investment comes at a time when South Africa is battling long-standing […]
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June 30, 2025
Africa’s fast-growing fintech ecosystem just gained an important advantage. On June 19, 2025, Mastercard announced a partnership with Enza, a regional payments platform, to help African fintech startups scale faster, more securely, and with fewer technical barriers. For many early-stage fintechs, building secure payment systems from scratch is one of the biggest hurdles to growth. […]
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April 9, 2025
FNB economists have issued a cautious but necessary downgrade to their GDP growth forecasts in South Africa, reflecting the country’s mounting vulnerabilities — both from within and beyond its borders. According to their latest outlook, real GDP growth is now expected at 1.6% in 2025, 1.7% in 2026, and 2.0% in 2027. These revisions are […]
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April 9, 2025
Cape Town-based fintech Stitch has made a bold play into the in-person payments space, acquiring local player Exipay and rebranding the business as “Stitch In-Person Payments.” It’s more than just a new product launch — it’s a signpost of where Africa’s fintech industry is headed. The acquisition — whose financial terms remain undisclosed — gives […]
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March 7, 2025
In South Africa, a country defined by its cultural diversity, rapidly evolving consumer behaviors, and dynamic economic shifts, market research has transformed from a niche discipline into an essential strategic tool. As businesses navigate the complexities of a post-pandemic recovery, digital transformation, and shifting global trade relationships, the role of market insights has never been […]
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