Nov 8, 2023
The only way to combat the increasing cost of cyberattacks, and the reputational threat that comes with them, is to have solid, internationally accredited, security measures in place as well as going above and beyond these requirements, writes Bernard van Der Merwe,...
Nov 8, 2023
Every year thousands of South Africans take the plunge and start new businesses. Whether they do so out of necessity or a desire to be their own boss, taking the plunge into entrepreneurship is a brave decision. By Harry Scherzer, CEO of FutureForex That’s...
Oct 17, 2023
In today’s rapidly evolving financial services landscape, the once-distinct boundaries separating banks, telecommunications companies (telcos), and insurance providers have become increasingly blurred. By CG Selva Ganesh, vice-president and CEO: South Africa at...
Oct 16, 2023
South Africa stands as one of the most unequal societies in the world – underscoring the critical importance of financial inclusion in the nation’s progress, writes Vis Govender, co-founder of Everything Insure and CEO of FirstEquity Group. Beyond growth...
Oct 11, 2023
Insurtech, a blend of innovative technologies that’s disrupting traditional insurance processes, is reshaping the insurance industry. The goals of insurtech businesses include offering personalised policies, streamlining claims processes, reducing costs, to name...
Oct 9, 2023
There are many challenges for treasuries across the world, in any market, but the developing world has an opportunity for a head start in the switch to digital. This is borne out by the fact that the adoption of best practice treasury management tools, technology and...