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Tencent takes on TymeBank - CEO Tauriq Keraan

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CEO of TymeBank Tauriq Keraan unpacks the growth opportunities that will be created as a result of the Chinese conglomerate’s investment into the challenger bank. TymeBank, controlled by Patrice Motsephe’s investment arm African Rainbow Capital, intends on using the latest funding of $180m (R2.9bn) to invest in growth opportunities in South Africa and internationally. Tencent, along with the CDC Group, has injected more than R1bn into TymeBank to become new shareholders. Keeran is excited to harness the expertise of Tencent, as one of the leading financial technology-driven companies in the world. TymeBank recently launched several exciting partnerships with some of South Africa’s most recognised brands, which Keeran expects to bear fruit in the upcoming financial year.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 Dec 2021 11AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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