

Big changes are coming to debit orders in South Africa, giving consumers more time to dispute transactions.
From 13 April 2026, debit orders will be disputable for up to 60 days, where the relevant service rules allow it.
The change has been confirmed by the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) and the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA).
According to Pieter Brand, Head of Product at financial services firm Hyphen, the shift is part of a longer process to improve…
Trade Agreements: South Africa is part of several trade agreements, including the
African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), aiming to enhance intra-African trade.

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Did you know that another country lies within the borders of South Africa? The Kingdom of Lesotho is a sovereign state that is located in the Drakensberg Mountain area. The mountainous country has been nicknamed “the Kingdom in the Sky” thanks to the magnificent scenery and landscapes!
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Fun South African Fact: Three different destinations make up South Africa’s capital cities. This is to represent the South African government being divided into three sections. Cape Town is the legislative capital, Pretoria is the administrative capital and Bloemfontein is the judicial capital. Interestingly, Parliament meetings take place for six months in Cape Town and six months in Pretoria.