"FNB South" most commonly refers to First National Bank, a major South African commercial bank and one of the largest financial institutions in the country. Founded in 1838, it is a division of the FirstRand Group. It is a full-service commercial bank serving millions of customers in South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, and several other sub-Saharan nations. It is distinct from the many smaller, independent "First National Bank" entities found in the United States. Its long history dates back to the Eastern Province Bank, and it has played a central role in the development of the South African economy, currently operating as a modern, technology-driven financial conglomerate.