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Interim CEO of Ozow, advocating for innovation and financial inclusion in the payments sector.
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Seasoned Fintech Leader Joins Ozow as Chief Growth Officer
IT News Africa - Jan 27, 2026
Catherine Korsten has been appointed as the Chief Growth Officer of Ozow, effective January 2026. Korsten has nearly two decades of experience in finance, portfolio management, and high-volume payments.

Ozow & RelyComply Join Forces to Boost South Africaβs Digital Payments
IT News Africa - Jan 22, 2026
South Africa's payment landscape is increasingly incorporating account-to-account, mobile, and voucher payments. The rise in digital payment activity has led to a surge in fraud opportunities, including fake identities and mule accounts.

Ozow Launches a βReal-Time Paymentsβ PayShap Request Feature SA Merchants
IT News Africa - Jul 30, 2025
Ozow officially launched PayShap Request, enhancing real-time payment capabilities for merchants. The PayShap ecosystem has processed over R100 billion across 136 million transactions since its introduction.
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