Managers of Wealth Africa

More South African companies downsizing offices due to job cuts and working from home

Despite this drop, the survey shows rising activity ratings in all three property classes – the industrial, retail and office.

Trading update: Investec warns of lower earnings – but leaves the door open for a final dividend

Costly hedging of the bank’s UK structured products book added to pressure caused by lower interest rates, reduced client activity and the weaker rand.

Old Mutual results highlight the plight of consumers

Old Mutual reported that the impact of directly attributable Covid-19 items on its results amounted to some R6.1 billion before tax.

IFC invests E20m in Nigeria, other emerging economies

Chief Executive Ofiicer/Founder, Bolt, Markus Villig said: “We are looking forward to partnering with IFC to further support entrepreneurship, empower women and increase access to affordable mobility services in Africa and Eastern Europe.

Equities Attract N20bn Investment Despite Bearish Trend

Analysts said they expect the bearish trend to continue this week as investors await the outcome of the Central Bank of Nigeria Monetary Policy Committee which begins today.

Britam Holdings to sell HF stake to a big bank

Britam could retain a small stake in HF as a passive investor like it does in Equity Group.

Report Lists Morocco Among Countries with ‘Good Image’ in Africa

Several reports show improvement in Morocco’s economy and business climate.

Investing in Kenya's young micro-entrepreneurs

A growing number of young Kenyans have established informal micro-businesses, or "hustles," since the start of the COVID-19 crisis

ARC and Sanlam in talks to build African private equity champion

Patrice Motsepe’s company is opening offices in various countries on the continent

KCB profit falls to Sh19.6bn on increased bad loans provision

The dividend will be paid to shareholders on the register as of April 26, 2021.

APO Group joins forces with Invest Africa to promote trade across the continent

The partnership brings together two organizations dedicated to increasing investment in Africa and driving prosperity for all Africans

Customer service in Kenya – what it will look like in 5 years, and how your business can benefit

With people relying more on digital support, traditional customer service as we know it is likely to be dead in five years

FBNInsurance Boss Assures Customers of Better Service

He also appreciated the customers for creating time to attend the forum and assured them that with the company’s new position as a full member of Sanlam group, all their requests would be treated promptly.

African Development Bank Forecasts 4.5% Economic Growth in Morocco

The bank emphasized that tourism is among the sectors that faced the most economic challenges in Morocco.

Eyes on CMA as Nairobi bourse remains shaky

The plan has received the backing of the National Treasury.

The Republic of Congo launches bond offering

The Congolese Ministry of Finance and Budget is assisted by the AXE Capital Corporation for consulting.

Divorce and your retirement savings in South Africa

A pension interest distinguishes between pension interest in a retirement annuity fund

S.Africa's Sanlam reports 24% rise in full-year profit, declares dividend

Other underlying metrics did suffer, with its measure of operating profit falling 23% and its basic earnings per share plunging 60%.

African Development Bank named the World's Best Multilateral Financial Institution 2021 by Global Finance

This award represents clear support to the operational strategy that the African Development Bank has been pursuing under the able leadership of its President, Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, unanimously re-elected for a second consecutive five-year term as head

HFW Advises Chedid Capital on Acquisition of Africa Insurance Broke

HFW's team advising Chedid Capital comprised Costas Frangeskides, Alex Kyriakoulis, Nick Hutton, William Reddie, Daniel Li and Katherine Noble.

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