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Consumer satisfaction is key to thrive in South Africa’s banking industry.

Updated: Sep 14, 2023



According to Kasi Insight's Banking in South Africa Tracker, Nedbank and Ecobank are leading the pack and are tied in the first position as the best banks in South Africa. Their positive NPS scores set them apart from the other banks that have negative NPS scores.NPS is calculated based on three categories: promoters, passives, and detractors. Promoters are customers who are highly satisfied with the bank's services and are likely to recommend it to others. Passives are somewhat satisfied customers who are not particularly enthusiastic about the bank. Detractors, on the other hand, are dissatisfied customers who may discourage others from using the bank's services.The fact that both Nedbank and Ecobank have achieved positive scores suggests that they have a higher proportion of promoters compared to detractors.




On the other hand, Tyme Bank and Standard Bank have the lowest NPS scores at -48 and -46, respectively. These scores are a result of high percentages of detractors (60% for Tyme Bank and 62% for Standard Bank) and relatively low percentages of promoters (12% for Tyme Bank and 15% for Standard Bank). This indicates that a significant portion of their customer base is dissatisfied, potentially impacting their growth and customer retention.


Care, convenience and customer service are top priority for consumers.

When it comes to the top attributes associated with their preferred banks, customers prioritize being treated with care and respect as their topmost priority. Following closely is the importance of easy-to-use products and services, which indicates a demand for seamless and user-friendly banking experiences. Moreover, excellent customer service ranks third, signifying its significant role in shaping customers' preferences.

Preferences vary across income segments. Low-income earners place the highest importance on being treated with respect, highlighting the significance of personalized attention and empathy in serving this group. In contrast, mid-income earners prioritize the easy usability of products and services, emphasizing their preference for convenience and efficiency in their banking interactions. High-income earners, on the other hand, rank customer service as their top priority, showcasing their expectations for top-notch support and assistance to cater to their more complex financial needs.





Banks that focus on customer experience are more likely to see higher levels of customer satisfaction, loyalty, and advocacy.


The top attributes associated with customers' preferred banks, such as being treated with care and respect, easy-to-use products and services, and excellent customer service, highlight the significance of customer experience. Banks that prioritize providing personalized attention, empathy, and user-friendly banking experiences are more likely to win over customers.


Additionally, understanding the varying preferences across income segments is essential for banks to tailor their services and offerings. Low-income earners' emphasis on being treated with respect calls for a focus on personalized attention and empathy. Mid-income earners' priority on easy usability highlights the need for convenience and efficiency in banking interactions. High-income earners' emphasis on customer service signals the requirement for top-notch support and assistance for their complex financial needs. Further, the correlation between NPS scores and customer loyalty implies that banks with higher NPS scores are likely to experience better customer retention. Conversely, banks with lower scores may struggle to retain customers and may find it challenging to acquire new ones.

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