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To check whose number is calling you in South Africa, you can either do so directly through your dialer or install 3rd party applications like Truecaller, Current caller ID, Trapcall, Call App, or Contactive. Receiving calls from unknown numbers is a very common occurrence, and some people do not mind. But it can be quite unnerving not to know who has your number or who the other person on the...

There are various ways to reverse eWallet on FNB when an error occurs. You can either call the bank's customer service line or dial *120*321# on your phone to access mobile banking and follow the prompt. The world has significantly shifted away from traditional means of transacting, now most financial transaction purchases are done digitally. Fewer people are going around with cash and more transactions are happening online. In South...

Have you ever been in that situation where you made an EFT payment on your Capitec Bank Account only to realize that you sent your funds to the wrong recipient, and you're wondering how you can reverse an EFT payment already made by you? Well, this is a detailed explanation of how you can go about recovering the funds that you have sent in error from your account either...

Since the advent of the internet, the world has witnessed a great change, particularly in the area of human social life, such as making new friends, dating, and building better relationships and love affairs. These days, there are many dating apps that allow singles to mingle for dating, and find better love partners for lasting and promising relationships in South Africa and anywhere around the globe. Here we've got...

There are up to 6 packages on the DStv South Africa network and they all come with a variety of sassy and interesting channels for viewers of all classes and ages. However, they all are not of the same prices as some packages cost higher than others and this is because they are an upgrade to available entertainment and information channels already existing, but created just to add a...

At a time when the Nigerian economy appears to be working against almost everyone, the only way to stand financially tall is to diversify your income. The importance of passive income cannot be overemphasized, and one of the ways to earn money in this present time is through apps that pay in Nigeria. All you need to do is download the app, follow the available instructions, and boom! You...

There are many reasons why Nigerians take loans, especially from loan apps; it could be for business, due to an emergency, or to carry out personal projects in education or housing; bill payment; or perhaps because we want to take advantage of an unplanned opportunity. Whatever the reason, loans are an integral part of the financial system as it tackles the problem of capital availability and sometimes unforeseen expenditures....

In the evolving world of e-banking, First City Monument Bank (FCMB), one of Nigeria's developing financial service giants, has grown to become a dependable alternative for many people - providing market-proven solutions that drive digital transformation in banking. With the speed of digitalization which has created a system where everyone wakes up to more bills and responsibilities, people have started seeking easier ways of avoiding long bank queues while...

Buying airtime with Standard Bank just got easier and more fun with the introduction of the Standard Bank mobile banking, USSD code, as well as other convenient ways made available by the bank for their esteem customers. The Standard Bank’s mobile application enables you to buy airtime instantly at any time, for any number, while you can also simply register and use the USSD code to top up your...

Having a fast and reliable internet service is a must if one hopes to succeed in our information-driven, fast-paced world. In Nigeria, there are quite a number of internet service providers, but what sets Smile Network apart is that it only has a 4G LTE network along with its broadband mobile internet service. Smile Network Nigeria data plans are extensive, offering different options according to the requirement of users. Smile...

If you own a mobile device in South Africa, then you would definitely be familiar with the fact that you can get a text or call from a strange number which will make many questions run through your mind. Thanks to modern technology, you no longer have to keep guessing all day about a call or text from a strange number because you can simply use your mobile device...

With the advancement of the internet and technology, everything has practically gone online, including education. The endless opportunities the internet offers makes learning easy and readily accessible online to students who for one reason or the other are unable to get to the classroom. It's to this end that the Maseno University eLearning portal was launched. According to the university, this latest innovation is is a kind of online campus...

The Standard Bank of South Africa Limited, commonly known as just Standard Bank, was founded in Port Elizabeth on 15th October 1862. It is a major South African financial group and Africa's biggest lender by assets. The bank with its headquarter at Simmonds Street, Johannesburg, South Africa operates in over 17 African countries and 16 countries across South East Asia, North and South America, and Eastern Europe. Meanwhile, the...

The Standard Bank Ucount System is an earn-as-you-spend system that gives you the opportunity to gain points on your spending each time you use your Standard Bank personal credit, cheque, or debit card. That's not all, the system also gives you more Reward Points when you shop at their Rewards Retailers. There's a lot to learn and gain from this system when you understand how it works. What is Ucount...

In South Africa, the unbanked population (people that do not have bank accounts) can still enjoy banking services like funds transfers, bills payment, airtime recharge, and many more. All these can be accomplished through Standard Bank Instant Money which focuses on the final inclusion of all. It is a form of digital banking that puts people in total control of their money. While the banked (people with active bank...

The mastery of the various ways of purchasing airtime using different platforms is a necessity for every financial institution customer. As such, First Bank has brought better options than the daunting task of getting a recharge card from a vendor and scratching the protective surface before recharging. Customers can now use the *894# code or carry out their transactions using the Automatic Teller Machine, online banking platform, or the...

Over the years, banks and financial institutions in Nigeria have embraced innovative changes in the financial sector. Top on that list is the self-service channels through which bank customers can complete transactions from the comfort of their homes, offices, shops, and more. For First Bank Nigeria Limited, the list of their self-service channels is quite long and they keep revamping the old ones to reflect new features while creating...

Founded in 1894 as Bank of British West Africa, First Bank of Nigeria Limited is a multinational financial institution headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. As its name suggests, First Bank is Nigeria’s first bank and is equally older than Nigeria as an independent country. With subsidiaries across the globe, First Bank is a giant in Nigeria’s financial market since its founding as a premier West African Bank. More so, offering quality...

A Bank Verification Number (BVN) is a biometric system of identification that was introduced by the Nigerian apex bank – the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in February 2014. It has since become the universal identification method and a binding factor for any customer to have and operate a bank account with any Nigerian Bank. The constant questions on how to check BVN prove that the 11 digit number...

Formed by a group of South African businessmen in October 1862 as Standard Bank of British South Africa, the bank has changed its name thrice. From its original name to Standard Bank PLC and then to Standard Chartered Bank Africa PLC in 1985. Now, it is named Standard Chartered Africa Ltd. Standard Bank has evolved and gained a remarkable presence on the African continent and in other parts of the...

First Bank of Nigeria Limited is a top financial service provider in Nigeria. The bank's branches are located across the nation, in both urban and rural parts. The bank has adopted various solutions to major problems, making transactions much easier. The First bank transfer code and sort codes are such advancements designed to curb all the challenges customers face. The codes were adopted in a customer-friendly way, to avoid...

Banking services in UBA have gone beyond what can be performed within the four walls of the banking halls. There are lots of banking services that can be done without one having to enter the banking hall. One of them is checking your UBA account balance. Gone are the days when you had to ask the UBA front desk staff how much was in your bank account before you...

In a bid to serve her customers better and keep up with the digital age with stiff competition from new age and tech-minded banks, UBA has set up self-service mobile banking channels to bring its services closer to her customers, no matter where they are. These UBA mobile banking channels can be used online and on mobile devices to access most of the traditional banking services customers would ordinarily...

United Bank of Africa (UBA), just as any other commercial bank in Nigeria, issues a 10-digit Nigeria Uniform Bank Account Number (NUBAN) to all customers. UBA's account number is distinct as the first digit always begins with the number 2 and no two clients have the same account number. The UBA account number, in combination with the account name (usually the customer’s individual or brand name), is required for...

Going by how efficient Standard Chartered Bank online channels is, their customers don't need to visit the bank's branches to enjoy various services. Using Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria online banking channels, you can even create a new account from the comfort of your home or office. You just have to upload your details and you’ll be sent your atm card free of charge irrespective of your location in the...