‘Most South Africans opt for cash over tapping and swiping’

Research shows that convenience, security and anonymity are among the reasons why consumers like paying with cash

13 December 2023 - 21:33 By GILL GIFFORD

While SnapScan, eWallet, Zapper, Nedbank Money, Capitec Masterpass, Skrill and uKheshe may all be popular digital wallet apps for cashless transactions, notes and coins are the payment option favoured by most South Africans this peak buying season. ..

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