International ATMs at the Royal Swazi Sun hotel and the Swazi Plaza enable holders of international cards to draw cash from their home-based accounts. Standard Bank is a pan-African brand, which was founded in South Africa. In fact, our brand is also present in key financial centres outside of Africa, thereby connecting African clients to global opportunities. It’s a real-world challenge for any global brand to balance consistency of universal positioning with local culture, customs, languages, nuances and even economies that, when properly considered, ultimately culminate in resonance and appeal. When we defined our new brand positioning, we were sure … Read more

Firstly, Standard Bank has always been an aspirational brand with a rich heritage – with the introduction of our MyMo account, over 1 million now – have been able to access our brand for the first time because of the extraordinary value offered. The account costs just R4.95 (approx. 30 US cents) monthly and all other costs are ‘pay as you use’. Thus, the power to control bank fees is placed into the hands of the customer, who has the choice of how to bank. We have a treasure chest of innovations and achievements, all of which impact individuals, businesses, … Read more

For more than 20 years we have helped companies and organisations of all types to connect their brands to the bottom line. Each of our countries is blessed with a great Brand and Marketing team that develops and executes marketing initiatives that drive distinctive connections with clients as we continue to find new ways to make their dreams possible. Standard Bank’s Executive & Head of Environmental and Social Advisory within Investment Banking, Nigel Beck, will be the bank’s lead representative and chair. Mr Beck says that while the world is aware there is a need for change, there is not … Read more