Flutterwave: [ZAR] Service Alert: Capitec Payments Experiencing Timeouts

Flutterwave · flutterwave.comImpact: majorResolved2026-09-16 08:17 UTC

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Summary

Dear Valued Merchant, Payments through Capitec in South Africa are currently experiencing timeouts, which may prevent some transactions from being completed successfully. We are working with the provider to resolve the disruption and restore normal service. Further updates will be shared as progress is made. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding. Affected Services: Affected Markets: South Africa

Timeline

Started — 2026-09-16 08:17 UTC
Last update — 2026-09-16 08:17 UTC
Resolved — 2026-09-16 11:51 UTC

Source of record: provider status page. Mirrored as reported; times in UTC.

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