Managers of Wealth Africa

Insurer rebrands to Sanlam Kenya, eyes more product offerings

This is over 100 times that of PAIHL by close of 2015 (Sh8.64 billion).

Islamic finance putting farming business on a firmer ground

The structure allows the seller of the specified goods in terms of quality and quantity to undertake to deliver the same at an agreed future date against the upfront payment of the full price.

Norway-Backed Fund on Hiring Spree in Africa Finance Venture

Arise will start operating in January with investments in 20 African countries and enough funding to be able to reach almost $1 billion of assets within five years, said Deepak Malik, the southern African head of Norfund.

Rwanda: Germany to Increase Support to Rwanda to €75 Million

Other areas of support are decentralization and good governance, economic development and Public Financial Management reform.

Stanbic IBTC to Float New Exchange Traded Fund

The NSE Pension Index monitors the top 40 most capitalised and liquid companies in the market.

Nigeria, South African firm seal N224.17b agric, real estate deal

The aim of the agreement is to improve Nigeria’s food security and promote rural economic development to capitalise on the growing opportunities that the Nigerian agricultural industry provides.

Tanzania: Social Security Funds Told to Hasten Job-Creation Reports

It was high time they also restored the region's former position as a hub of factories in the country.

Rockcastle aims for even direct and indirect investment split

The company originally owned shares in various other property stocks but has been investing directly in built properties and developments, with most of its attention being on Poland, one of the faster growing economies in Europe.

Dealwatch Africa: Retail retains its African attraction

An initial round of equity financing totalling around EUR 60 million will be completed after customary conditions precedent are met.

As Kenya Prepares to Float a Green Bond, Here's What It Is

The bond will be floated following collaboration between the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) and the Nairobi Securities Exchange

Roche, Old Mutual Partner on Insurance Product for Terminal Illnesses

Lack of funding was identified as a major contributor to the high mortality rate, as patients are unable to pay for adequate care, often resulting in financial catastrophe for many middle income families.

Kenyan banks set for first bond to fund green investments

The collaboration between the KBA and the NSE is in line with the Exchange’s commitment to develop sustainable capital markets through the United Nations-led Sustainable Stock Exchanges Initiative.

South Africa’s Richest Man Buys Stake in Diamond Miner Trans Hex

The company’s shares were halted from trading on Aug. 5 pending the offer.

Ivory Coast Issues Second Sukuk

The sukuk represents Ivory Coast’s second sukuk after an issuance last year.

Fewer foreigners buying SA property

What had changed from 2014 onwards was slower global house price growth.

Realty Africa registers 100 developers

We got investors from every continent as we speak.

Mauritius' largest fund administrator opens doors in S.A

The firm will offer its services to South African private equity, hedge and mutual funds.

GEM managers: The key drivers powering our portfolios in H2 and beyond

Six managers reveal top ideas

Nedbank Heads for Eight-Month High on Surprise Profit Increase

The lender and its peers are struggling against a South African economy heading toward a recession and a potential credit-rating downgrade of the country’s debt to junk by the end of the year.

BMW looks to capitalize on the emerging African market

The Rosslyn plant, famed for its outstanding quality, even by BMW standards, is about to receive a major face-lift.

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