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Analysis on POS systems, payment processing, and day-to-day operations — written for South African retailers, restaurants, and service businesses.
The Hidden Cost of Convenience: Why Payfacs Charge 3.5% (And How to Pay 1% Instead)
Most South African businesses don't realize they're overpaying by 2.5% on every transaction. Here's how Payfacs work, why they mark up rates, and the direct bank alternative saving businesses R30,000+ per year.
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Beyond Yoco and iKhokha: A Buyer's Guide to South African POS Systems
We compared 8 major POS providers in South Africa across fees, features, hardware, and support — including total cost of ownership over 12 months.
The Hidden Cost of Convenience: Why Payfacs Charge 3.5%
How the Payfac model works, where the 2.5% markup goes, and what direct bank rates look like for a typical SA business.
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