Standard Bank South Africa

We are proud to have partnered with Scottfin Finance, part of the Halfway Group, in driving sustainable solutions through innovative financing. Established in 2017, Scottfin initially focused on vehicle financing but quickly recognised the growing need for renewable energy solutions. Today, they provide accessible financing for solar PV installations across residential, commercial, light industrial, and the agricultural sector in South Africa. By leveraging our strong relationship with Scottfin and the Halfway Group, we provided a tailored funding facility to enable the financing of solar PV and battery energy storage systems. As the power grid stabilises, we are empowering South Africans to embrace renewable energy solutions that offer long-term value, lower electricity bills, and enhanced property value. Together, we’re building a greener, more sustainable future. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/di6mUMA6 #RenewableEnergy #WeRunBusiness

SA Tomorrow is a key platform for South Africa's growth, uniting leaders to pave the way for meaningful economic progress. As Standard Bank, we’re proud to contribute to South Africa’s journey, helping to open doors to African markets and drive sustainable development across the continent. #SATomorrow2024 #GrowingAfrica

The effects of climate change are becoming increasingly glaring – from devastating floods to the snow we recently witnessed in KwaZulu Natal during spring. These developments highlight the urgent need to think about the energy transition across all sectors, including home financing. At Standard Bank, we recognise the importance of this shift and are committed to achieving net zero across all newly built facilities in our direct operations by 2030. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dk9pcec4 Clive Spitz #SBLove💙

We're proud to be part of the 2024 SA Tomorrow Conference, showcasing South Africa's compelling investment opportunities to the U.S. investor community. #GrowingAfrica #SATomorrow2024

Standard Bank is proud to announce a financial close for Scatec ASA’s Mogobe battery energy storage system (“BESS”) facility, totaling 103 MW / 412 MWh. Mogobe BESS marks the first project to reach financial close under the inaugural ESIPPP programme in South Africa, and is one of the largest dispatchable #energy facilities on the continent. We acted as sole mandated lead arranger on the project. “This marks a new milestone for Scatec in South Africa and for the #RenewableEnergy transition in the country. The Mogobe BESS project is a first of a kind and reaffirms our standing as a leading renewable energy player in South Africa. We continue to see attractive growth opportunities in the market based on the need for growth in power generation, our strong position in the country and our strong and competent local team,” says Scatec CEO Terje Pilskog. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4eTVYnh

The ability to make quicker, easier, cheaper and safer payments is key to making businesses agile in a rapidly evolving world. While innovation is key, the solution must be practical and meet business needs. This is why Standard Bank South Africa expanded its Rapid Payment Platform (RPP) to enable PayShap for Corporates. This solution allows all businesses to manage high volumes of low-value payments instantly, reducing costs and improving efficiency in both payment security and the bottom line. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dEBQCY7f #SBLove💙

How would your business benefit from attending the South African Future Trust Summit on 24-25 October at the Sandton Convention Centre? Share your thoughts, and you could win one of four double tickets! Be sure to visit our Advisory Zone for expert insights on tax, HR, and legal matters. Plus, take part in interactive workshops, insightful panel discussions, and valuable networking opportunities to gain practical skills that drive success. Don’t miss this chance to shape the future of entrepreneurship. More here: https://bit.ly/4ffblpV #SAFTrustSummit2024 #WeRunBusiness

We’re committed to partnering with our clients for growth! As a digital-first, customer-centric organisation, we focus on addressing customer pain points and creating value for industries facing unique challenges. “Pioneering South Africa’s first chip-and-PIN Fleet Card isn’t just about a new payment method. It’s about empowering fleet managers with the tools they need to automate tasks, reduce fraud, and optimise operations for real growth,” Justin Thomas. Managing fleets without digital payments can be tough. Many companies struggle with control, traceability, and validation, leading to fuel theft and vehicle breakdowns. Our next-gen Visa Fleet Card is here to transform that! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YcoMzX #SBBeyondPossible #WeRunBusiness

Contactless payments are surging in popularity, with over half of Standard Bank's customers now opting to tap their cards or phones at supermarkets, restaurants, and fuel stations. As merchants increasingly adopt this technology and digital wallets become more popular, contactless payments have risen to account for 53% of all transactions, up from 42% just two years ago. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g7SBBfes  #SBLove💙 Tumelo Ramugondo

The Africa Trade Barometer is the leading index on the state of trade in Sub-Saharan Africa – surveying 10 of its most active trade markets: Angola, Ghana, Kenya, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. Find out more about the third installment of our ongoing Africa Trade Barometer research initiative and download the report here: https://lnkd.in/d9VKfy2Y #WeRunBusiness