South Africa’s payments landscape is undergoing a historic transformation. The South African Reserve Bank’s Strategy 2030 and the Payments Ecosystem Modernisation (PEM) programme aim to create a faster, more inclusive, and secure digital payments environment. From real-time payments and ISO 20022 adoption to the renewal of SAMOS and the development of a centralized public payments utility, these initiatives will redefine how banks and non-banks compete and collaborate.

This exclusive roundtable will explore how financial institutions can navigate these changes, seize new opportunities, and deliver smarter, cheaper, and more inclusive payment options. Join leading experts and peers to discuss the implications of Strategy 2030, regional modernization efforts, and the role of technology in enabling compliance, efficiency, and innovation.

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In this round table discussion join us to learn:

• How Strategy 2030 and PEM will reshape South Africa’s payments ecosystem

• The impact of real-time payments and ISO 20022 on banks and their customers

• Strategies for balancing compliance, innovation, and cost efficiency

• How to stay competitive as non-banks enter the market

 

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EVENT SNAPSHOT - KEY DISCUSSION TOPICS:

1. Strategy 2030 and PEM – what it means for banks
How will Strategy 2030 and PEM reshape the competitive landscape for banks and non-banks?

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2. Real-time payments and ISO 20022 adoption
What are the key challenges and opportunities in implementing real-time payments and ISO 20022 in South Africa?

3. Balancing compliance and innovation
How can banks innovate while meeting regulatory requirements and maintaining profitability?

4. Regional and global context
How do SADC RTGS, BRICS, and G20 initiatives influence South Africa’s modernization journey?