Managers of Wealth Africa

South African investors just love cryptos; asset managers less so

Market noise and chatter has since been cacophonic but the price remains relatively subdued at $39,400 – though well up on the pre-pandemic price of $5,000.

Key tool to aid Africa’s COVID-19 vaccine financing

Most African countries have financial plans in place to vaccinate the first 3% of their populations

Microlenders’ loss deepens to Sh2bn in tough economy

“The deterioration in performance of the sector was largely attributed to the effects of Covid-19 on the economy, leading to low uptake of credit, high level of non-performing loans (NPLs) and decrease in interest income,”

Africa’s Optimist-In-Chief

Its annual intellectual fiesta usually draws stakeholders from around the world with the aim of heralding a more positively perceived and prosperous Africa.

South African Reserve Bank commences CBDC feasibility study

Despite the positives, the report noted that "there are many issues to consider before the decision to take a DLT-based system into production can be taken.

Net zero carbon: Is it all just hot air?

These GHG, or carbon, emissions have contributed to the steady rise in global temperatures.

Mauritius: Staying at the forefront of International Standards

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the business and investment climate in almost every corner of the globe

Why Mauritius is key to unlocking Africa’s blue economy

The ocean matters.

An Overview of Nigeria and The Potential For Fintech

Other cities in the country that are estimated to be at least one million people include Kano, Ibadan, Benin City and Port Harcourt.

Fitch Affirms South Africa at 'BB-'; Outlook Negative

After stabilisation, infection numbers have started rising again and the pandemic will continue to pose risks well into 2022, as vaccine roll-out is proceeding slowly (0.9 doses administered per 100 population as of mid-May).

Blockchain Research Institute expanding to Africa, the Middle East and Korea

Three new BRI divisions will foster innovation and research in their respective regions.

Nigeria is making progress with financial inclusion: here’s how

This is why financial inclusion continues to gain momentum in Africa’s policy and economic development.

Lessons from an African fintech startup [Opinion]

International organisations are paying attention to the ingenuity that comes from the African continent, and the unique ways in which entrepreneurs solve ongoing problems within the sector.

71% of South African advice firms want to make acquisitions

While 20% have had in-depth conversations with clients about financial emigration

How to Transform African Banking

Whether it’s increasing pressure from regulators or the emergence of fintechs displacing traditional branch banking, the financial sector faces many challenges.

S&P: FBNH, First Bank Boards’ Changes Ensured Stability

Similarly, the bank’s asset quality indicators improved significantly, with nonperforming loans (NPLs) reducing to 7.7 per cent in 2020, from 20-25 per cent since 2016.

Private sector credit growth slumps to 13-month low

CBK data shows that the private sector loan book between February and March stood at Sh2.947 trillion, dropping by Sh532 million, after a Sh27.74 billion growth from January.

TONY ELUMELU: Exiting UBA as CEO at Age 47 was a Blessing

We also believe hospitality is critical for attracting investment into our country and the continent hence the acquisition of Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja and today, we are doing a lot.

Can Steinhoff be trusted?

Shareholders think not as court action relating to the ‘discriminatory’ split of claimants into two groups looms.

Billionaire Michiel Le Roux ditched a career in law before founding Capitec

Sometimes the roads we plan out for ourselves lead to a completely different destination than what we had in mind.

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