GoTyme Bank named Africa’s Best Digital Bank by Euromoney
GoTyme Bank (formerly TymeBank) has been recognised as Africa’s Best Digital Bank 2026 by Euromoney, one of the world’s leading banking publications, in recognition of its innovative approach to making banking simpler, more accessible and more affordable for South Africans.
The award acknowledges GoTyme Bank’s rapid growth through a unique banking model that combines digital convenience with a nationwide retail footprint.
Since launching in South Africa, GoTyme Bank has grown to serve 13 million customers, becoming the country’s fastest-growing digital bank.
The bank was also one of the fastest digital banks globally to reach profitability, proving that a customer-focused, low-cost digital banking model can deliver sustainable growth.
Today, GoTyme customers can:
- Open an account in minutes with no complex paperwork or branch visit
- Complete secure biometric identity verification
- Receive a fully activated debit card instantly at a GoTyme kiosk
- Access banking through an intuitive app that offers leading savings rates, free instant payments and smart controls.
Commenting on the recognition, Cheslyn Jacobs, Chief Executive Officer of GoTyme Bank, said:
“This award belongs to our customers and our team. Our ambition has always been to build a bank that works for everyone—not just those who have traditionally been well served by the financial system. By making banking simple, affordable and immediately accessible, we’re helping millions of South Africans participate more fully in the economy.”
The bank continues to demonstrate strong customer engagement, with millions of active customers using GoTyme for everyday banking, savings and payments.
The Euromoney award recognises more than digital innovation—it recognises a banking model that combines technology, accessibility and trust to deliver meaningful financial inclusion at scale.
Click here to learn more about GoTyme Bank.
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