10/14/2015
South Africa’s economy could sink to number three in Africa
Economic analysis from investment bank Renaissance Capital says that South Africa may come alarmingly close to losing its place as the second biggest economy in Africa.
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10/13/2015
South Africa: Weak growth, smaller appetites
Low credit appetite, inadequate power supplies and tough labour talks are likely to limit banking revenue growth this year.
10/13/2015
Global Wealth in 2015: Underlying Trends Remain Positive
Global wealth reached 250 trillion US dollars in 2015, slightly less than a year earlier, due to adverse exchange rate movements.
10/13/2015
Private Equity Investors in MENA Seek a Place in the Sun
The International Monetary Fund predicts MENA will be the third fastest-growing region in the world over the next five years.
10/13/2015
This is what the middle class in South Africa looks like
It found that the middle class in 2015 accounts for 14% of world adults and 32% of world wealth.
10/12/2015
How using mobile money to pay for public service could help A Tackle Corruptuon
There are many benefits to it.
10/12/2015
‘No more free rides for private sector’
There will be no more state-sponsored free rides for the private sector, the ANC’s national general council said yesterday.
10/11/2015
Africa being left out of climate aid: development bank
The head of the African Development Bank says the continent is not getting enough of the billions of dollars in climate change funding, despite being the region that suffers most.
10/11/2015
Africa’s economic growth to slow down – AU
Mrs Acyl, speaking in Accra, at the first ECOWAS Mining and Petroleum Forum and Exhibition said about 48 African countries were vulnerable and would be affected by the slump in commodity prices.
10/11/2015
‘Nigerian banks still have a long way to go’
There is no doubt that we’re facing some pertinent issues in the banking sector.
10/08/2015
Announcement: Moody's: Outlook on South Africa's banking system is stable despite economic headwinds
Although subdued economic growth and rising interest rates will increase non performing loans, the rating agency nevertheless expects banks' financial performance to remain resilient.
10/08/2015
Hedge funds make the most as market volatility endures
Most South African hedge fund managers prefer increased volatility since this creates more market opportunities
10/07/2015
Ghana waiting for the skies to clear
Weary are the economic helmsmen in Accra.
10/06/2015
World Bank projects 3.7 per cent growth for Africa
It said the growth rate is the lowest recorded for the continent since 2009, stating that the development is induced by “more challenging economic environment”.
10/06/2015
Dubai Chamber study explores untapped Islamic economy potential of the African market
The highlights of the study which will be fully published during the Africa Global Business Forum in Dubai next month
10/05/2015
Reality check in Africa as boom time ends
Mine shafts have been sunk, oil pipelines laid, and countless roads, bridges and airports constructed.
10/05/2015
Stall in African governance causes concern
African states need to improve their governance and make it more accessible, says billionaire benefactor Mo Ibrahim, as annual report reveals worrying stagnation.
10/03/2015
Africa Italy Excellence Awards 2015 categories unveiled
The event is a special initiative that aims to celebrate exemplary individuals who have made a significant difference in the African community in Italy and Europe and aims to identify and celebrate notable Africans who have genuinely excelled in various s
10/02/2015
Tax the wealthy to address SA’s high inequality, Piketty urges
SA could have done better than it has in addressing inequality since the advent of democracy 21 years ago
10/02/2015
Sygnia looks to expand to established markets abroad
She said Sygnia would be looking at well-established overseas markets.