What is the Lifestyle Debit Card

Singabantu Afrika Lifestyle Debt Card is a Pay as you go Debit Card (not a Credit Card) powered by Mastercard. As we are not a Bank, cardholders do not have their own accounts currently (we are working towards it), we utilise a FICA Bridging Account. You will make use of a Universal Bank account with your unique EMP Wallet number as reference which links your deposits to your card. You can make an immediate payment however you must send proof of payment via WhatsApp to 074 808 2270 or via email to banking@singabantuafrika.com.

Benefits of a Singabantu Afrika Lifestyle Card

ATM withdrawals and balance checks with all ATMs.
Point of sale purchases and cash withdrawal.
Internet Banking.
Mobile Banking.
PIN Mailer- the PIN has already been set
International purchase.
Ecommerce capability.
Electronic funds transfer.
Statements
NFC and “Tap n Go” enabled
Cashback and Rewards from selected stores.
Card to Card transfers
No Third Party Access ie Debit orders are blocked. You can initiate auto pay.
Disclaimer:
To be fair to the Lifestyle partners, Double dipping is not allowed when earning Cashback or Rewards. This means you CANNOT swipe your Singabantu Afrika Lifestyle debit card with other rewards cards. Doing so will result in forfeiting any potential rewards earned from the Lifestyle Partners. Cashback and Shopping pointes paid by Singabantu Afrika is on the final amount excl VAT.

Safety Benefits of a SABAF Account

You do not have the risk of walking around with cash.
You Card is PIN Activated. This means Even if your card is lost or stolen, your money is safe.

If you lose your card Phone our 24 hour emergency line 011 207 1600

Requirements to open a SABAF Bank Account

Passport (Not Expired), No Permit and No Proof of Residence.
- You will qualify for a Disbursement Card.
- Some limits are in place.

Asylum, Passport & Proof of Residence
- You will qualify for a FICA LITE Card (CSP Grow or CSP Pro Card.)

Any Permit, Passport & Proof of Residence
- You will qualify for a FICA LITE Card (CSP Grow or CSP Pro Card.)

South African ID with Proof of Residence
- You will qualify for a Full FICA Card (CSP Grow or CSP Pro Card.)