Payfast by Network

01/09/2026

Getting shoppers to checkout is only part of the journey. If the process is slow, complicated or doesn't work well on mobile, you could be losing sales right before the finish line.

This week's merchant tip: keep checkout simple, mobile-friendly and flexible with multiple payment options.

27/08/2026

What's the best advice for women thinking about starting a business? For the founder of Back2Nature, it's simple: don't be afraid of making mistakes. The lessons we learn along the way often become the foundation for future success.

In this video, Chanel reflects on her entrepreneurial journey and shares the advice she wishes more women entrepreneurs would hear.

Inspired by Chanel's story? Why not experience Back 2 Nature for yourself? Use code 20%PAYFASTBYNETWORK at checkout to get 20% off your online order until 31 August 2026.

25/08/2026

Seasonal business owners know that every sale counts. No matter if you're selling at a holiday market, running a food truck, working events, or operating a tourism business, customers expect quick and convenient ways to pay.

A mobile POS device lets you accept card and mobile wallet payments on the go, reduce cash-handling risks, speed up queues, and keep track of sales wherever you trade.

Find out how mobile POS can help your business make the most of peak trading periods in our latest blog: https://payfast.io/blog/mobile-pos-for-seasonal-businesses-a-smarter-way-to-accept-payments-in-south-africa/

Learn how Payfast mobile POS helps seasonal businesses in South Africa accept payments anywhere, reduce cash risks and increase sales.

21/08/2026

A great online shopping experience starts long before a customer clicks "buy". For Chanel Dankert, reliability and convenience were top priorities when choosing a payment partner for Back2Nature. That's why the business chose Payfast by Network.

Watch the video to hear how features like easy Shopify integration, multiple payment methods and Payment Requests have helped create a smoother experience for both local and international customers.

Interested in trying the products that customers love? Use code 20%PAYFASTBYNETWORK at checkout and enjoy 20% off your Back 2 Nature order until 31 August.

20/08/2026

This Women's Month, we're celebrating the women building businesses, creating jobs and driving innovation across South Africa.

From selling through social media to embracing new digital tools, women-led SMEs are finding exciting ways to grow and connect with customers.

Want to stay ahead of the trends shaping entrepreneurship in 2026? Read our latest blog and discover five insights every business owner should know. Link in the comments.

Discover the trends shaping women-led SMEs in South Africa and how Payfast helps female entrepreneurs grow with simple, secure payment solutions.

19/08/2026

Exciting news for online businesses. Payflex Buy Now, Pay Later is now available through Payfast by Network. Customers can spread payments over 2, 3 or 4 interest-free instalments, making it easier to shop, while merchants receive payment upfront.

Adding more payment choices at checkout can help improve conversions, reduce cart abandonment and give customers the flexibility they're looking for. Sign up with Payfast to offer Payflex, cards, Instant EFT, digital wallets and more through a single payment gateway.

Learn more via the link in the comments.

Increase sales, reduce cart abandonment and grow basket sizes with Payflex Buy Now, Pay Later. Give customers flexible, interest-free instalments while you get paid upfront with Payfast.

18/08/2026

What if your sales data could help you grow your business? According to Chanel Dankert, one of the biggest benefits of selling online has been gaining a better understanding of Back2Nature's customers, from who they are to where they're based. Those insights have helped guide the brand's marketing and growth strategy.

Watch the video to hear how ecommerce has helped Back 2 Nature grow.

Keen to try the products for yourself? Use code 20%PAYFASTBYNETWORK at checkout and enjoy 20% off your order until 31 August.

13/08/2026

What inspired the creation of Back2Nature? For Chanel Dankert, it started during her environmental management and conservation studies, where she learned about the impact chemical-based products can have on people and the environment. That passion grew into a mission: to help people make more conscious choices through natural products and a lifestyle that's more connected to nature.

Watch the video to hear the story behind the brand. Inspired to give Back 2 Nature a try? Use code 20%PAYFASTBYNETWORK at checkout for 20% off your order until 31 August.

12/08/2026

One platform. Every way your customers pay. If you're still running separate tools for online, in-store and mobile payments, there's a simpler way. Payfast by Network brings all your payment channels together so you can focus on growing your business, not managing your setup.

Thousands of SA businesses have already made the switch. Link in the comments.

07/08/2026

What does ten years of dedication look like? For Chanel Dankert, it started with making products in her kitchen and steadily growing a business built on quality, care and conscious living. Today, Back2Nature products are stocked in more than 200 stores across South Africa.

Watch the video to hear more about the beginnings of Back 2 Nature and the journey behind the brand.

Inspired to try the range for yourself? Back 2 Nature has shared an exclusive offer with the Payfast community. Use code 20%PAYFASTBYNETWORK at checkout to enjoy 20% off any order until 31 August 2026.