Latest news with #R2000
The Citizen
30-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Citizen
FNB nav» uses gamification to reward and improve money management habits among South Africans
The use of gamification is key to influencing behavioural change in the financial services industry. The most critical tasks and habits for better life outcomes are often the most difficult to implement. In fact, the world's largest online behavioural science destination, Psychology Today, outlines that bad habits are easy and good habits are hard. This reality extends across all parts of the human experience, from forming habits and rituals that cultivate a healthy lifestyle to those that ensure healthy personal finance and money management. Fortunately, global experts like game designer Nick Pelling, who was once tasked with developing game-like interfaces for ATMs and vending machines, developed the theory of 'gamification' after realising that game mechanics and concepts could be applied to non-gaming contexts. 'The use of gamification is key to influencing behavioural change in the financial services industry, where good habits can mean the difference between a healthy, secure bank balance and serious financial troubles. As we seek to provide meaningful help in the day-to-day lives of our customers at FNB, we combine integrated advice, technology and gamification to help them manage their money more effectively,' says Jolandé Duvenage, FNB's Chief Imagineer for nav». Milestone for FNB's nav» platform Incidentally, FNB recently announced a major milestone for its flagship nav» platform. Housed within its banking app and with USSD integration, the bank announced that 5 million customers now use its nav» Money tool, empowering millions of users with smart resources for personal finance management like budgeting. 'As we celebrate this milestone, we're also excited to give back to our customers by adding value to their lives beyond banking and rewarding their loyalty,' says Duvenage, adding that the success of nav» is also the success of the bank's customers. To mark the celebration of this milestone, FNB has designed a nav» Gamification Campaign geared towards encouraging customers to explore the nav» hub, take advantage of its powerful tools, and enter a competition for a chance to win amazing prizes, including: Mission 1: Win 1 of 10 PlayStation 5 Slimline consoles + 20 x R2000 KFC vouchers Mission 2: Win 1 of 10 iPhone 16 Pros + 20 x R2000 Nike vouchers Mission 3: Win the Haval H6 GT + 5 x fuel for a year in eBucks valued at R60 000 each 'The campaign went live on the FNB & RMB Private Bank App on 10 March — and we're already seeing some amazing engagement on social media. And it's more than just a competition, it's a chance to engage customers through exciting missions and tasks while, most importantly, improving their money management skills,' adds Duvenage. How to boost campaign entries The campaign, ending on 9 June 2025, has three missions allowing multiple entries per person – meaning better chances to win. Customers can boost their entries by: Completing app tasks on nav» (1 entry each) Finding and sharing the special competition badges on social media using the hashtag #FNBnavLife (100 entries each) Clicking and viewing offers in nav» (100 entries each) Switching their cheque account and transacting (100 entries each) To start playing, users can simply log on to the FNB Banking app, go to the nav» tab and follow the prompts. 'The success of FNB's nav» tool reflects the bank's commitment to delivering true help to our customers' lives in an innovative way that can really make a difference. And, as the platform continues to evolve, FNB remains focused on leveraging technology to create solutions that address the evolving challenges that South Africans continue to face – from financial inclusion to sustainability,' concludes Duvenage.
The Citizen
29-04-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Diarise Alberton Cricket Club golf day
The Alberton Cricket Club is excited to announce its upcoming golf day at the Glenvista Country Club on May 29. This event promises to be an enjoyable day of golf, camaraderie, and prizes. Tee-off times will start at 10:30, with booking details to be confirmed. The golf day will feature exciting prizes, including R4000 for the longest drive per 4 balls, two golf carts, and lunch and dinner at the prize-giving ceremony. Sponsors are invited to participate, with sponsorship opportunities available at R2000 per tee box. Donations are also welcome to support the club. To secure your spot, please make a payment to the account below: Bank: Standard Bank Account: BIZLAUNCH Account number: 30244379 Branch code: 005055 Use your name and surname as the reference and email proof of payment to director@ In addition to the golf, a raffle will take place with an iPhone 16E 128G as the grand prize. Raffle tickets are available for R50, and the person selling the most tickets will win an iPhone 13. Raffle booklets can be collected from Taariq, located upstairs by the Cricket Company. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
27-04-2025
- IOL News
KZN's call for stricter penalties against drunk driving sparks debate
KwaZulu-Natal Transport MEC Siboniso Duma has proposed a six-year imprisonment for drunken driving to curb the scourge. Image: KZN Department of Transport KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport and Human Settlement Siboniso Duma's call for a six-year jail sentence for drinking and driving has been met with mixed reactions. Duma said the fine of between R2,000 and R120,000 is not enough to deter drunk driving. 'We must aim for a prison sentence in order to end this scourge,' he said. Duma argues that South Africa has the highest number of alcohol-related road traffic deaths at 57.5%. 'We have orphans, widows, and families that have been destroyed as a result of one drunkard. We don't want KZN to contribute to the national figure of fatalities as a result of one drunk person,' Duma said. He added that law enforcement officers are mandated to arrest motorists who drive while they are drunk and send them to jail. 'We will work with the National Prosecuting Authority in order to ensure a successful prosecution and conviction of a prison sentence of six years. The fine of between R2000 and R120,000 is not enough. We must aim for a prison sentence in order to end this scourge,' Duma said. He added that they have ongoing discussions on many matters with magistrates and prosecutors, including on Ummemezi Wezimoto Anti Crime Software. 'With a six-year sentence, we will be engaging more, including civil society. We believe that this is a societal issue that must be addressed by all. Religious leaders have supported our Road Safety Prayer when we engaged them during the Inter-Faith Prayer held in Mandeni. We will be engaging with the liquor industry and many other key stakeholders,' Duma said. Eleanor Mavimbela, spokesperson for the Automobile Association of South Africa (AA), said the AA acknowledges MEC Duma's commitment to enhancing road safety by proposing stricter penalties for drunk driving. 'We recognise the intent to deter such behaviour. The effectiveness of the proposed sentence should be carefully evaluated in the context of the intended outcome, existing laws and enforcement capacity. It's crucial to ensure that any legislative changes are not drafted in isolation and fully account for the desired deterrent effect,' Mavimbela said. She added that while harsher penalties can serve as a deterrent, their success largely depends on consistent and effective enforcement. 'Without a robust system to ensure that offenders are apprehended and prosecuted, the threat of severe punishment may not significantly impact driver behaviour. A greater impact is achieved when penalties are combined with consistent enforcement, public education, and proactive policing. Therefore, while the AA supports strong consequences for drunk driving, we advocate for a balanced and evidence-based approach,' she explained. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ National Road Traffic Amendment Act 8 of 2024, which was signed by President Cyril Ramaphosa in December 2024, allows for fines ranging from R2,000 to R120,000 and/or a prison sentence of up to six years for drunk driving. In South Africa, motorists are permitted to drive with a blood alcohol level not exceeding 0.05g per 100ml of blood, with a lower limit of 0.02g for professional drivers. The proposal to criminalise driving with any trace of alcohol was rejected by the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Transport. In a recent statement, DA KwaZulu-Natal Spokesperson on Transport, Riona Gokool, welcomed Duma's announcement that his department will clamp down hard on drunk drivers. 'Driving under the influence is not a mistake—it is a choice. And it is a choice that puts lives at risk. This new measure is not about punishment – it is about prevention and protection. We urge drivers to make responsible decisions behind the wheel. 'It is the government's responsibility to ensure that our roads are safe for everyone. This means holding individuals accountable for their actions and implementing laws that act as effective deterrents. Stricter penalties, increased enforcement, and enhanced education efforts are necessary steps in reducing these tragic incidents,' Gokool said. Advocate Mthunzi Mhaga, spokesperson for the National Prosecuting Authority, said, 'At the moment, NPA is not considering such a mandatory sentence although the concerns raised by the MEC are noted.' Kgalalelo Masibi, spokesperson for the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, said the Department has not been approached with the MEC's full proposal or the legal rationale underpinning it. 'Any proposal of this nature would require thorough legal consideration and must be brought to our attention through the appropriate legislative or intergovernmental platforms. 'The imposition of mandatory custodial sentences, without the option of a fine, may result in increased pressure on the justice system. This includes longer court processes as cases may be less likely to settle without trial, thereby increasing court rolls. Additionally, correctional services could face a heightened burden due to the potential rise in the number of individuals serving longer custodial sentences,' Masibi said. She added that the Department currently does not have data to support the effectiveness of a six-year minimum sentence in deterring drinking and driving compared to the existing sentencing framework. 'One of the key criticisms of mandatory minimum sentencing is its potential to limit judicial independence. Our legal framework recognises the importance of judicial officers exercising discretion to account for the unique facts and circumstances of each case. Where minimum sentences are prescribed in law, judicial officers may still consider whether compelling circumstances exist to justify a deviation from such sentences. 'The severity and consequences of drinking and driving offences can vary widely. A mandatory sentence that does not allow for case-by-case assessment may lead to outcomes that do not reflect the nature or seriousness of each individual offence. It remains important that courts weigh the evidence and circumstances presented before passing a sentence,' Masibi concluded.
