Seacom achieves level 1 B-BBEE certification

Seacom South Africa, including all its subsidiaries, has officially achieved Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Level 1 certification for the financial period ending 31 December 2024. “Level 1 B-BBEE certification is a significant milestone for...

How to be a proactive investor

Corporate actions can be described as the small print of owning equities. Seemingly complex, many equity investors tend to dismiss them. But they can have a material impact (positive or negative) on the share price of a company, as well as giving investors a window...

Investec and Visa extend partnership

Investec and Visa have renewed their strategic partnership for a further five years, reaffirming a relationship that has spanned more than 28 years. This renewal aims to accelerate the development of best-in-class digital banking solutions and continue driving...

Chris Smith to lead RIB Software MEA and APAC regions

RIB Software has appointed Chris Smith as its new senior vice-president for the Middle East, Africa (MEA) and Asia-Pacific (APAC) regions. Smith previously served as chief revenue officer, board member and shareholder at Medius. Earlier roles include senior leadership...

Travel fintech TurnStay raises $2m for Africa expansion

South African travel-focused fintech TurnStay has raised $2-million (over R34-million) in a seed round led by First Circle Capital, with participation from leading US and African VCs including  TLCom Capital, Enza Capital, Incisive Ventures, CVVC and Equitable...

IZI Group acquires G4S Cash Solutions SA

IZI Africa has completed its acquisition of G4S Cash Solutions (SA), following the receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals. The acquisition brings together two well-established operators with expertise in secure cash logistics, cash centre operations, and...