Managers of Wealth Africa

Rwanda named among top markets for investment in 2019

At the summit, the firms stand an opportunity to attract affordable capital.

Gold is now Uganda's number one foreign exchange earner

In 2018, coffee exports in Uganda amounted to 4.17 million bags worth $436 million compared to 4.77 million bags worth $555 million the previous year, a 12.58 per cent and 21.30 percent reduction in both quantity and value respectively.

Nigeria remains Africa's Largest Economy-PWC

This growth represents an increase of 0.27 percent when compared to the fourth quarter of 2017 which recorded a growth rate of 2.11 percent.

South Africa’s insurance firm to sell some subsidiaries

Liberty’s CEO David Munro said the move to review and potentially sell some of the businesses would refine the company’s portfolio.

Treasury opens Sh50bn tax-free infrastructure bond

The offer comes at a time market has been seen oversubscription in short-term papers.

SBG Securities profit rises140pc on deals

Over the last three years, return on equity has improved from negative eight per cent in 2016 to 24 per cent in 2018.

Nedgroup, NFB scoop top Morningstar awards

Nedgroup Investments was awarded the key award of the evening

The Green Climate Fund to finance renewable energy in West Africa

The goal of the proposed program is to create a market for investments in solar technology and aims to incentivize and leverage private sector players based in these countries, to scale up private investment in these technologies.

Aylett Fund Managers stands out at Morningstar Awards

Winning in two categories.

Foreign investors cite corruption as major roadblock to the region markets

Corruption, in particular, is a major concern because investors often want to know if they must pay bribes to get licences and do business.

Liberty sells short-term insurance technology platform to Standard Bank

The transaction provides Liberty Holdings with the opportunity to reduce future capital requirements and de-risk its business, the group said by way of rationale for the transaction.

Don't overlook Africa's "fragile" states for social businesses, urge industry experts

Investing in fragile states was high risk, due to challenges ranging from conflict and poor infrastructure but the benefits were there if businesses were willing to adapt.

NSE launches trading platform for mutual funds

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, CSCS, Mr Haruna Jalo-Waziri, said the launch of the platform marked yet another milestone for the Nigerian capital market.

ENSafrica receives top rankings

ENSafrica is ranked in 30 practice areas across eight African jurisdictions and in the Africa-wide category

Five-year bond interest declines

The CBK has resorted to shorter-tenure debt offerings after faltering, with a 25-year bond in June last year that received Sh10.1 billion out of the Sh40 billion offered, with the bank accepting only Sh5.2 billion for 13.5 percent coupon.

Citi Wins Multiple Debt Capital Markets Awards

The awards were decided by specialist editorial panels based on pitching processes, feedback from industry participants as well as relevant market data and league tables.

Why firms would rather build their brands than cross-list on EA bourses

Mr Rwabukumba said cross-listing of company shares is important for regional integration but the decision to pursue this lies purely with the individual companies.

Seeing opportunities in economic storms

One of the countries expected to spur this performance is Kenya with the World Bank predicting a growth rate of 5.8 per cent

De Beers Group consolidates mining assets in South Africa and Canada

Mpumi is an accomplished leader with more than 18 years’ experience in the mining industry.

London Stock Exchange To Partner Ghana For Capital Markets Development

According to Vice President Bawumia, cooperation with the LSE will help facilitate Ghana’s desire to become the financial services hub of Africa.

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