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Nedbank’s R1.65 billion acquisition of Durban’s iKhokha signals a new era of SME banking

Summary by NOW in SA
In a landmark deal poised to reshape South Africa’s small business banking landscape, Nedbank has acquired Durban-based payments fintech iKhokha for R1.65 billion in an all-cash transaction. The deal, subject to regulatory approvals, will see iKhokha become a wholly owned subsidiary of Nedbank while retaining its brand, leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit. Founded in 2012 by Matt Putman, Ramsay Daly, and Clive Putman, iKhokha has grown into o…
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Nedbank announced on Thursday 14 August the acquisition of the South African fintech iKhokha for 1.65 billion rands (US$87.5 million) as part of a fully cash transaction, subject to the approval of the regulatory authorities and expected in the coming months. Founded in 2012 in Durban by Matt Putman, Ramsay Daly and Clive Putman, iKhokha develops

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