Tips for spotting bank card skimmers in South Africa
South Africans who insert their banking card into an automated teller machine (ATM) or card machine could actually be inserting their card into a skimming device.
While the uptake of contactless and chip-and-PIN technology has reduced the...
How FNB shook up highway travelling in SA
FNB's rollout of tap-to-pay points at toll plazas on South Africa's highways is one of the best changes to long-distance road travel in the country. This is true even for people who are not FNB customers.
As someone who prefers not to use a credit...
I've noticed that when you're on cell C prepaid or Capitec that especially when you're out of data, it won't say log in to cell c or Capitec, but to log in to fnb connect ! It's weird, used to be the other way around, just wondering what changed.... Even in the settings same thing.... Anyone saw...
303 bank branches where you can get a smart ID instead of standing in a Home Affairs queue
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has revealed that its new digital partnership model with banks has increased the number of bank branches offering smart ID services to around 300.
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FNB's new R25 fee for email statements
FNB has come under fire for introducing a R25 monthly fee for business banking account holders who receive their statements via email.
The bank already announced the change in its annual pricing update, which was first communicated to customers at the...
FNB rolls out smart ID support at 13 more bank branches
FNB has rolled out support for smart ID card applications at 13 more bank branches across all nine provinces in South Africa.
These branches form part of its digital partnership programme with the Department of Home Affairs, which was...
FNB customers get a leg up on fuel prices
FNB has increased the amount of eBucks customers will earn on fuel purchases at Engen service stations by 50% for May and June 2026.
The Fuel Boost enhancement was part of the bank's budget relief measures amid surging petrol and diesel prices driven...
FNB launches AI assistant to speed up customer support
FNB launched an AI assistant that speeds up customer support, enabling the bank's financial advisors to generate customer-specific financial information during interactions.
An extension of FNB's NAVi system, the AI can help advisors set...
Does anyone know where about on the damn web site you can download your tax certificate.
Looked through all the options and all the online docs say under Account / Statements - select Tax Certificates.
There is no such option.
Just one bank expanding ATMs in South Africa
Capitec is the only major traditional bank in South Africa still expanding its ATM footprint, while Absa, FNB, Nedbank, and Standard Bank have closed thousands of cash machines.
Excluding the over 3,000 cash devices that Capitec has rolled out since...
Capitec and FNB bucking the trend in bank branch rollouts in South Africa
Capitec and FNB are the only two South African banks that have expanded their branch network in the past five years, whereas Absa, Nedbank, and Standard Bank have reduced their physical footprint.
Overall, the number of...
FNB Black Friday outage
First National Bank (FNB) customers are reporting problems with the bank’s card payment authentication system, which is preventing them from placing orders on Black Friday, 28 November 2025.
The problem may be related to an issue with the FNB mobile app, which...
Black Friday 2025 scam tactics guide
Black Friday shoppers in South Africa should be aware of the various tactics fraudsters may use to try and steal their money.
Absa, Capitec, Discovery Bank, FNB, and Standard Bank provided details about scams to watch out for and shared advice on how...
FNB eBucks change backlash
FNB's decision to amend eBucks earning rules a mere four months after its annual rule changes has left customers fuming, with many threatening to leave the bank.
The bank recently announced an unusual change in eBucks levelling criteria that will take effect in...
Digital wallet usage keeps surging in South Africa
The recent financial results of three major banks suggest that South Africans are increasingly adopting digital wallets and virtual cards, reducing reliance on physical cards for payments.
Digital wallets include apps like Apple Wallet, Garmin...
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FNB Connect revenue grows — while customer growth slows
FNB has released its audited financial results for the year ended 30 June 2025, revealing strong revenue growth in value-added services under its FNB Connect offering.
In the 2025 financial year, FNB Connect generated R22 billion in...
Capitec dethrones FNB owner as Africa's most valuable bank
Capitec Bank Holdings Ltd. overtook FirstRand Ltd. to become Africa’s most valuable bank, a month after it appointed a new chief executive officer.
South Africa’s biggest bank by customer numbers, Capitec has reported record profits...
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Hi all,
Hoping someone can tell me how I ‘install’ (add) an eSIM to my Apple Watch.
I don’t need the same number as my phone so that’s not the concern.
Appreciate any tips/ guidance!