FNB is partnering with the University of Johannesburg Business School to expand the 2026 FNB App Academy. (Image: Supplied) First National Bank (FNB) has partnered with the University of Johannesburg’s Business School (JBS) to strengthen the 2026 FNB App Academy programme. This will expand access to digital education and create new pathways for young people…
Visa’s Lineshree Moodley South Africa’s consumers have spent the past few years ditching cash for taps, virtual cards and even payment rings. The country’s businesses, by and large, have not. That is the gap Visa is now targeting, announcing the local launch of Visa Commercial Pay in partnership with First National Bank and Rand Merchant…
Through a strategic partnership with the University of Johannesburg’s Business School, FNB’s App Academy 2026 will enable student access to a university-backed, accredited learning experience that combines practical app development, entrepreneurship thinking, innovation leadership and future-focused digital skills development. Supplied image An open and free platform for participants across the continent, the FNB App Academy…
First National Bank (FNB) has been named Africa’s Best SME Bank for 2026 at the Global Finance Awards, recognising its support for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) across the continent. The award highlights FNB’s role in helping entrepreneurs access banking services, funding and business support. SMEs are widely regarded as the backbone of many…
There is a demand for accessible financial guidance, says FNB. First National Bank (FNB) aims to boost financial literacy by introducing My Advisor, a digital financial guidance tool aimed at helping South Africans better understand and manage their finances amid growing economic pressure. Available via the FNB mobile app, the AI-powered tool uses customers’ existing…
Lytania Johnson named FNB CEO. FirstRand has made some changes to the leadership team within its banking portfolio, with Lytania Johnson assuming the dual role of FNB CEO and CEO of retail and business banking (RBB). Harry Kellan, current CEO of the retail and commercial segment and FNB, will step down and take early retirement…
Harry Kellan Harry Kellan is stepping down as CEO of FNB after just two years in the role, with Lytania Johnson appointed as his successor as part of a broader restructuring of FirstRand’s banking operations. Kellan, who took over as FNB CEO in April 2024 after a decade as FirstRand group CFO, will take early…
First National Bank (FNB) has announced a significant expansion of its eWallet platform, integrating WhatsApp as a primary service channel to deepen its reach among South Africa’s unbanked and underbanked populations. The update aims to transform the platform from a simple remittance tool into a functional entry-level “digital account” for those who struggle to meet…
The 2025 FNB app award winners. Vula Medical, winner of the “Best Health Solution” at the 2025 FNB App of the Year Awards, was crowned the overall winner at last night’s awards showcase. Vula Medical is a medical referral app developed by Dr William Mapham. It connects primary healthcare workers with specialists, to make it…
Dr Mark Nasila, chief data and analytics officer: Chief Risk Office, FNB South Africa. ITWeb has confirmed a stellar line-up of presenters organised for theData Insights Summit in February 2026, including Dr Mark Nasila, chief data and analytics officer: Chief Risk Office at FNB South Africa, and Zethu Lubisi, acting ICT service delivery manager: Planning…
