Managers of Wealth Africa

Diamond Trust Bank Kenya’s Q1 Profit Surge Raises Trading Prospects

Diamond Trust Bank Kenya's Q1 profit hits record high, impacting NSE and trading strategies.

Standard Bank uCount, FNB eBucks also boost fuel rewards

Both rewards programmes offer a temporary 50% increase on fuel earn rates…

Stanbic Bank eyes district expansion in Upper West as credit conditions improve

Mr Asomaning noted that while the bank is seeing increased interest from businesses and individuals, it remains cautious to prevent clients from taking on debt

UBA pushes Africa growth agenda at Nairobi summit

A statement from the bank on Tuesday stated that French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking at the Summit, called for a renewed Africa–France partnership anchored on innovation, investment, and shared prosperity.

Big changes hitting bank branches across South Africa

Nedbank said that consumers favour physical interactions, especially for complex transactions and when opening accounts.

FUGAZ provision N2.36 trillion, as bad loans mount in 2025

This represents a 64% YoY growth and marks the highest provision on loans and advances to customers in the last three years.

Zenith Bank gets buy rating as CardinalStone projects stronger earnings

At the current price of N129 per share, Zenith Bank is projected to reach or surpass a target of N151.80 by FY2026, supported by improving fundamentals.

Top African Bank execs exodus worrisome

Bank denies rumours that it is running on autopilot, saying it has a strong exco

Big plans for South African bank being bought for R1.1 billion

The bank is highly focused on security, with no card fraud since its launch.

Standard Bank branches offering Smart ID services grows to 50

Standard Bank has expanded its Smart ID services to 50 branches nationwide, with plans to more than double the network in 2026.

Women nominees make their mark at African Banker Awards

55 nominees have made the shortlist for the 2026 African Banker awards, now in its 20th year of celebrating financial excellence.

FirstBank named Nigeria’s strongest brand

Brand Finance’s annual rankings evaluate brands across industries based on key metrics such as brand investment, brand equity and business performance.

Big banks post strong growth, weaker profits in 2025

Nonetheless, experts have said that the development does not give reasons for concern.

Inside Ghana’s banking revolution

The period following the 2017 recapitalisation exercise has brought strong asset and deposit growth, wider digital adoption and a shift toward more robust financial health across the industry.

Banking beyond the balance sheet: Union Bank’s ASBON recognition and Nigeria’s small business economy

The recognition arrives at a moment when the relationship between Nigerian banks and Nigerian small businesses is being quietly redefined.

UBA, fintechs unite to secure Africa’s payment future

The consensus was clear: the survival and expansion of Africa’s digital economy depend entirely on a unified front.

Absa Bank launches Island Escape promotion offering trips to Mauritius, local getaways

Under the promotion, three customers will win an all-expenses-paid trip for two to Mauritius, while nine additional winners will enjoy fully sponsored weekend stays at selected resort destinations in Ghana.

Why all banks are chasing affluent customers

They are just so much more profitable …

Strong assets, deposits lift UBA Q1 performance

UBA recorded notable improvement in key profitability and efficiency indicators, reflecting a more sustainable earnings profile.

UBA Explains Dividend Decision, Reaffirms Strong Outlook for 2026

The bank, he said, paid a total dividend of N2.80 per share in 2023 and N3.25 per share in 2024, reflecting its commitment to shareholder value.

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