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Prepaid Cards for Ilanga Africa Hotel Group
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Transforming wage payments for Green Grace Farms
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Simplifying incentive distribution for Specifying Dynamics with GiftCentral+
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SANBS streamlines employee birthday gifting
Insights
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Solutions
The real cost of reimbursing employees for business expenses
Many businesses lean on reimbursement processes as a go-to method...
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Solutions
Secure wage solutions: Protecting agri-workers from the risks of cash theft
South Africa’s agricultural sector employs approximately 935,000 people, according to...
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Instant Rewards: The Secret to Reducing Call Centre Attrition
In South Africa’s call centre industry, high attrition remains a...
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Articles
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Solutions
Controlling off-site purchases: the key to business efficiency
Managing offsite purchases is a growing challenge for businesses with...
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Reduce employee turnover with GiftCentral+
Stop the revolving door of talent. In a region where...
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Leading alternative payment solutions for businesses in South Africa
Nine years ago, PayCentral’s journey began much like many other...
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How to get started with your DigiCentral card
Terms and Conditions
DigiCentral virtual card guide
Customer Onboarding Document
PayCentral – Resolution
PayCentral – DigiCentral
PayCentral – GiftCentral
PayCentral – CashCentral
PayCentral – Introduction
PayCentral Reseller Agreement
PayCentral VirtualCard
PayCentral Sales
PayCentral NDA
PayCentral Online Portal Access
PayCentral Customer Agreement
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about PayCentral
Who is PayCentral?
PayCentral is a payment orchestrator helping businesses simplify their payment processes, from employee rewards and expense management to custom card and software solutions. Founded in 2016 and Mastercard licensed, PayCentral combines fast deployment, custom product configuration, and ten years of proven market expertise. B-BBEE Level 1. Over 700,000 cards issued. 1500 corporate clients.
Do cardholders need a bank account?
No. PayCentral prepaid cards work independently of a bank account, making them ideal for salary payments and wage disbursements to unbanked or informal workers, securely and without cash.
To assign a card, certain information is required for FICA purposes. For products with a R25,000 load limit, this typically includes a name, surname, cell phone number, and South African ID or valid work permit.
This allows businesses to onboard workers quickly while still meeting the necessary regulatory requirements.
How does PayCentral work with our existing banking setup?
PayCentral works alongside your existing banking relationships, allowing you to fund, manage, and track payment processes through one centralised platform without disrupting your current payroll systems or banking setup. Businesses can continue banking with their preferred financial institution, as PayCentral does not require a separate bank account or a change to existing banking arrangements.
How is PayCentral different from a payment provider or bank?
Unlike banks or traditional payment providers, PayCentral is built specifically for how businesses manage payments internally. We focus on the full picture: salary payments, employee incentives, expense management, and spend control, all from one platform.
What types of businesses use PayCentral?
PayCentral supports businesses across a wide range of South African industries, from agriculture and logistics to retail, hospitality, and financial services. Whether you need to manage business expenses, run employee incentives, or simplify salary payments for large or distributed teams, PayCentral has a card solution to match.
Can I control how the cards are used?
Yes. Businesses control how funds are distributed by loading only the amounts needed onto each card, either individually or in bulk. Each card can receive a different value depending on the payment requirement.
Card functionality, such as ATM access, PIN transactions, and e-commerce capability, is determined by the card product selected. Additional merchant filtering and spend controls may also be available through specialised card programmes.
Is PayCentral secure and compliant?
Yes. PayCentral operates within South Africa’s regulated payment environment and works with licensed banking partners and Mastercard to ensure your business payment processes are secure and compliant.
How quickly can we get started?
Most businesses are set up and issuing prepaid or virtual cards within a few business days. Our onboarding team guides you through every step, from submitting documentation to placing your first card order.
