Managers of Wealth - Africa http://africa.managersofwealth.com/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:38:19 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://africa.managersofwealth.com/ http://africa.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Africa KohanaPHP The 5-star lodge in South Africa owned by an international cricket legend News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42334/the-5-star-lodge-in-south-africa-owned-by-an-international-cricket-legend The safari villa and the surrounding Elephant Point development are actively managed by the Legacy Group. Wealth and Asset Management A $44,000 Salary Now Gets Private Banking Access in South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42229/a-44000-salary-now-gets-private-banking-access-in-south-africa For clients under 30, a four-year degree in science, technology, engineering or mathematics is enough to qualify, with discounted fees. Wealth and Asset Management Alexforbes CEO Dawie de Villiers on how client expectations are evolving in South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 18, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42201/alexforbes-ceo-dawie-de-villiers-on-how-client-expectations-are-evolving-in-south-africa Under his leadership, de Villiers guides Alexforbes towards his vision of it becoming the most inclusive retail financial advice firm in Southern Africa. Wealth and Asset Management Global Finance Names The World’s Best Islamic Financial Institutions 2026 News Team Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42191/global-finance-names-the-worldamprsquos-best-islamic-financial-institutions-2026 All selections were made by the Global Finance editorial team after extensive consultations with bankers, corporate finance executives, and analysts worldwide. Wealth and Asset Management Swiss wealth management major Banque Pictet opens SA office as African wealth surges News Aggregation Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42022/swiss-wealth-management-major-banque-pictet-opens-sa-office-as-african-wealth-surges Swiss private bank targets rising millionaire class and cross-border investment flows Wealth and Asset Management Big shift for salaries in South Africa in 2026 News Aggregation Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42026/big-shift-for-salaries-in-south-africa-in-2026 “Although the average nominal salary flattened in December 2025 at R21,397, it was still 1.8% higher than a year ago,” said PayInc Head of Stakeholder Engagements Shergeran Naidoo. Wealth and Asset Management 5 wealth management trends for South African HNW families in 2026 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 03, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41949/5-wealth-management-trends-for-south-african-hnw-families-in-2026 Strategic insight, experience, and emotional intelligence are qualities machines cannot imitate. Wealth and Asset Management Amethis and Edmond de Rothschild Private Equity announce the final closing of Amethis Fund III in line with its target at EUR 406M News Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41876/amethis-and-edmond-de-rothschild-private-equity-announce-the-final-closing-of-amethis-fund-iii-in-line-with-its-target-at-eur-406m AFIII is the third vintage of Amethis’ flagship pan-African strategy. Wealth and Asset Management The richest people in South Africa at the start of 2026 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41804/the-richest-people-in-south-africa-at-the-start-of-2026 The billionaire list for South Africa, based on the live tracking from Forbes, has expanded since the start of 2025, with two additional names now featured on the list. Wealth and Asset Management South African billionaire cashes in R2.5 billion payday News Aggregation Team Wednesday, December 24, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41765/south-african-billionaire-cashes-in-r25-billion-payday Bekker sold the shares between 17 and 19 December in several transactions totalling R2.47 billion. Wealth and Asset Management UN names Ghana’s Anita Gbeho Head of Mission in South Sudan News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42329/un-names-ghanaamprsquos-anita-gbeho-head-of-mission-in-south-sudan She succeeds the late Mr Nicholas Haysom of South Africa, whose dedication and leadership in advancing peace within the UN system were acknowledged by the Secretary-General. Executive Moves R65 million goodbye for retired Old Mutual CEO News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42321/r65-million-goodbye-for-retired-old-mutual-ceo Williamson received about R65 million in single-figure remuneration in 2025, which included total guaranteed pay and short-term incentives (STIs) of around R7 million. Executive Moves Absa Group appoints Sitoyo Lopokoiyit as Chief Executive of Personal and Private Banking News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42306/absa-group-appoints-sitoyo-lopokoiyit-as-chief-executive-of-personal-and-private-banking In his new role, Lopokoiyit is expected to drive innovation, strengthen customer-centric services and enhance digital experiences across Absa’s operations in Africa. Executive Moves New bank launching in South Africa in 2027 – and it already has 2,500 branches News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42278/new-bank-launching-in-south-africa-in-2027-ampndash-and-it-already-has-2500-branches The Cape Town-based company already sells smartphones and extends credit to customers. Executive Moves FNB CEO calls it quits News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42274/fnb-ceo-calls-it-quits He was with the FirstRand group for 22 years, including 10 years as the group CFO. Executive Moves Delta appoints Matt Long as MD for Europe, Africa News Aggregation Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42253/delta-appoints-matt-long-as-md-for-europe-africa In this role, Matt will help ensure that Delta continues to deliver the thoughtful, reliable and best-in-class experience customers expect when flying across the Atlantic. Executive Moves Ericsson Appoints Country Head of South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42230/ericsson-appoints-country-head-of-south-africa His career includes senior positions such as Head of Sales for Market Vertical and Enterprise, Sales Executive for Mobile Networks, and Strategic Account Manager. Executive Moves Trevor Manuel retires from Old Mutual News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42195/trevor-manuel-retires-from-old-mutual Jardine will assume the chairmanship at the company’s Annual General Meeting to be held on 5 June 2026. Executive Moves Sam Ngumeni to take over as Woolworths Group CEO from Roy Bagattini News Aggregation Team Friday, March 13, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42180/sam-ngumeni-to-take-over-as-woolworths-group-ceo-from-roy-bagattini When Bagattini retires after six years at the helm later this year. Executive Moves Loewald to join PSG board post-Sarb retirement News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 12, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42166/loewald-to-join-psg-board-post-sarb-retirement Former Reserve Bank chief economist joins ranks of private sector leaders Executive Moves Sars obtains court order to freeze millions in former employees’ assets News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42322/sars-obtains-court-order-to-freeze-millions-in-former-employeesamprsquo-assets As a crackdown on corruption within its ranks continues. Legal FirstRand taken to the dry cleaners in high court News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42293/firstrand-taken-to-the-dry-cleaners-in-high-court Told it needs to be cross-examined on its accounting and other defects in case against customer. Legal Court freezes N448m assets in Keystone Bank debt recovery suit News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42279/court-freezes-n448m-assets-in-keystone-bank-debt-recovery-suit The court further directed all banks and financial institutions within the jurisdiction to forthwith preserve any funds belonging to the defendants upon being served with the order. Legal DLA Piper continues Africa-wide momentum with two Corporate Awards News Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42262/dla-piper-continues-africa-wide-momentum-with-two-corporate-awards Alongside, the firm was ranked as the third most active General Corporate Finance Legal Advisor (by transaction value) at the DealMakers East Africa Annual Awards. Legal Two new laws for pension funds in South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 18, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42200/two-new-laws-for-pension-funds-in-south-africa This notice had previously excluded retirement fund contributions regulated under the Pension Funds Act from enforcement under section 34A of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Legal Former Steinhoff audit executive sentenced to four years or R2m fine News Aggregation Team Friday, March 13, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42178/former-steinhoff-audit-executive-sentenced-to-four-years-or-r2m-fine Odendaal found to be negligent as he ought to have suspected fraud by other employees Legal Judgment clarifies when third-parties can intervene in South African mergers News Team Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42079/judgment-clarifies-when-third-parties-can-intervene-in-south-african-mergers The Constitutional Court ultimately overturned the CAC’s ruling and reinstated the Tribunal’s original order Legal Cybercrime Act being used to suppress free speech — NBA president News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42010/cybercrime-act-being-used-to-suppress-free-speech-ampmdash-nba-president According to Osigwe, the judiciary is complicit in this trend. Legal Glencore, AFC, Mauritius Bank, Fidelity Sue First Bank Trustees and Receiver, Abubakar Sulu Gambari News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41899/glencore-afc-mauritius-bank-fidelity-sue-first-bank-trustees-and-receiver-abubakar-sulu-gambari Neconde Energy Limited, a prominent player in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, holds 45% interests in OML 42, an oil asset of strategic importance. Legal SCA orders FirstRand to repay client R170k for defective bakkie News Aggregation Team Wednesday, December 17, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41728/sca-orders-firstrand-to-repay-client-r170k-for-defective-bakkie Aletta van Niekerk was appealing a North West High Court judgment in favour of FirstRand. Legal Money Fellows, Wafacash partner to digitise savings in Morocco News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42325/money-fellows-wafacash-partner-to-digitise-savings-in-morocco Under the partnership, Money Fellows will contribute its digital platform and operational expertise, while Wafacash will provide local infrastructure, distribution capabilities, and customer reach. FinTech African lenders push for innovation financing reform News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42331/african-lenders-push-for-innovation-financing-reform Participants highlighted that despite the expansion of Africa’s digital economy, access to affordable, long-term funding remains limited. FinTech NITDA urges firms to disclose cyberattacks promptly News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42317/nitda-urges-firms-to-disclose-cyberattacks-promptly The agency warned that hiding such incidents increases risks for other organisations in Nigeria’s increasingly interconnected digital ecosystem. FinTech Shettima unveils Nigeria’s first varsity AI innovation hub News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42303/shettima-unveils-nigeriaamprsquos-first-varsity-ai-innovation-hub Ogunsola, however, called on stakeholders to join hands with the government to ensure meaningful investment in university education FinTech Stats SA breached in cyberattack News Aggregation Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42265/stats-sa-breached-in-cyberattack The attack was perpetrated by a cybercrime group known as XP95, which breached the Gauteng Provincial Government earlier this month. FinTech Afreximbank Launches Inaugural Accelerator Programme Cohort to Scale Africa’s Digital Trade Ecosystem News Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42254/afreximbank-launches-inaugural-accelerator-programme-cohort-to-scale-africaamprsquos-digital-trade-ecosystem Selected from a highly competitive pool of over 1,600 applications, the cohort represents some of the most promising ventures building digital infrastructure for intra-African trade from across the continent. FinTech The real reason Absa wrote off R2.4-billion in software News Aggregation Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42255/the-real-reason-absa-wrote-off-r24-billion-in-software Absa CTIO Johnson Idesoh says the speed at which software is changing influenced its recent R2.4-billion write-down. FinTech Grace AI Lab enters banking market with automation and compliance tools News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42237/grace-ai-lab-enters-banking-market-with-automation-and-compliance-tools These systems are designed to connect with a bank’s internal platforms, including core banking systems and card management infrastructure. FinTech Standard Bank hit with data breach at Liberty News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42242/standard-bank-hit-with-data-breach-at-liberty Liberty sent notifications to all affected clients via SMS, stating that it regrets any concern caused. FinTech Does SA really need another ZAR stablecoin?Langelihle Nkabinde from Easy News Aggregation Team Friday, March 20, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42213/does-sa-really-need-another-zar-stablecoinlangelihle-nkabinde-from-easy Equities explains the role of the new Zaru rand stablecoin and why it’s so important. FinTech Good news for Capitec customers, and pain coming for grocery shoppers in South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42333/good-news-for-capitec-customers-and-pain-coming-for-grocery-shoppers-in-south-africa The rand was trading at 16.58 against the dollar, approximately 0.9% lower than its previous closing value. Retail Banking Afreximbank Group delivers strong in results in 2025 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42338/afreximbank-group-delivers-strong-in-results-in-2025 The Group, the statement said funded strategic priorities areas such as manufacturing, infrastructure, food security and climate adaptation. Retail Banking South Africans saying goodbye to bank cards News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42339/south-africans-saying-goodbye-to-bank-cards Some of these wallets are also available as payment methods on major online stores and subscription services, allowing users to quickly check out or consolidate multiple payments on a single platform. Retail Banking Cross Switch Goes Live with Absa Pay to Enable Secure Bank-Authenticated Checkout News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42318/cross-switch-goes-live-with-absa-pay-to-enable-secure-bank-authenticated-checkout The go‑live with Absa Pay highlights Cross Switch’s ongoing commitment to interoperability, resilience, and streamlined connectivity with leading banks and payment schemes. Retail Banking CBE, Addis Ababa Strike Deal to Digitise Accounts Across 600 Public Institutions News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42309/cbe-addis-ababa-strike-deal-to-digitise-accounts-across-600-public-institutions The arrangement covers 119 woredas and more than 600 public institutions, including schools and health facilities. Retail Banking Top 10 Banks With the Cheapest Loans - CBK News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42312/top-10-banks-with-the-cheapest-loans-cbk The other banks in the top three were Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited (12.07%) and Stanbic Bank Kenya Limited (12.12%). Retail Banking Good news for FNB customers in South Africa News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42287/good-news-for-fnb-customers-in-south-africa The expansion of the pilot programme, which was launched by Home Affairs over a decade ago, gives banks greater control over the system. Retail Banking Bank Zero partners with global payments processor News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42288/bank-zero-partners-with-global-payments-processor Link-up with Paymentology will enable fintechs, retailers, SMEs, and digital platforms to offer financial products through Mastercard card issuing. Retail Banking A new low-cost bank launching in South Africa next year News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42289/a-new-low-cost-bank-launching-in-south-africa-next-year Unlike traditional banks, Pepkor already has a strong presence in communities across the country. Retail Banking Ecobank Ghana reports GH¢1.82billion profit for 2025 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42282/ecobank-ghana-reports-ghampcent182billion-profit-for-2025 Total assets of the group stood at GH¢47.33 billion as at December 31, 2025, compared to GH¢46.00 billion in the prior year. Retail Banking Ecowas Bank for Investment and Development targets SMEs in Ghana with fresh funding for 2026 News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42324/ecowas-bank-for-investment-and-development-targets-smes-in-ghana-with-fresh-funding-for-2026 He explained that the funding will be channelled through commercial banks in Ghana to ensure it reaches targeted businesses. Investment Banking Cedi strength cuts Societe Generale Ghana's bottom line as profit after tax dips 28% News Aggregation Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42103/cedi-strength-cuts-societe-generale-ghanaamp039s-bottom-line-as-profit-after-tax-dips-28 Net trading income, however, more than doubled to GH¢122.3 million, providing a crucial buffer against pressures elsewhere. Investment Banking Rothschild & Co receives two major awards from The Banker News Aggregation Team Friday, December 05, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41661/rothschild-ampamp-co-receives-two-major-awards-from-the-banker The judges highlighted our impressive reach across emerging markets, advising on a significant number of transactions and delivering transformative deals, including sovereign restructurings from Sri Lanka to the Bahamas. Investment Banking Ethiopia Adds Fourth Investment Bank as ECMA Licenses Awash Capital News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41577/ethiopia-adds-fourth-investment-bank-as-ecma-licenses-awash-capital The latest authorisation brings the total number of licensed capital market service providers in Ethiopia to 13, and the number of licensed investment banks to four, as the country continues to build out its nascent capital market industry. Investment Banking Nedbank CIB crowned Best Investment Bank in SA – three years running News Aggregation Team Monday, September 22, 2025 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41237/nedbank-cib-crowned-best-investment-bank-in-sa-ampndash-three-years-running Award reinforces the institution’s role as a trusted partner. Investment Banking Goldman, Investec see room for three SA rate cuts in 2025 News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/40905/goldman-investec-see-room-for-three-sa-rate-cuts-in-2025 Inflation has now been below the 4.5% midpoint of the South African Reserve Bank’s target range, where it prefers to anchor expectations, since August. Investment Banking Full List of 17 Licensed Investment Banks Operating in Kenya News Aggregation Team Monday, May 12, 2025 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/40493/full-list-of-17-licensed-investment-banks-operating-in-kenya Investment banks mainly work with large corporations, institutional investors, and government agencies. Investment Banking SA banks holding their own against offshore lenders, says BDO News Aggregation Team Monday, April 14, 2025 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/40369/sa-banks-holding-their-own-against-offshore-lenders-says-bdo Standard Bank’s Luvuyo Masinda expects R700bn in public-private investment over the next three years Investment Banking CardinalStone Partners Limited Completes Acquisition of Radix Pension Managers News Team Friday, February 14, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/40036/cardinalstone-partners-limited-completes-acquisition-of-radix-pension-managers Following the acquisition, Radix Pension Managers Limited has been rebranded as CardinalStone Pensions Limited, marking a new era of growth and innovation in pension fund administration. Investment Banking 4 banks call it quits in South Africa in 2024 News Aggregation Team Monday, December 09, 2024 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39680/4-banks-call-it-quits-in-south-africa-in-2024 The French bank was permitted to conduct business as a bank in South Africa using a branch in 2012, allowing it to offer corporate and investment banking services. Investment Banking Africa’s global investment share lingers at 4–6% News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42335/africaamprsquos-global-investment-share-lingers-at-4ampndash6 Despite significant spikes in previous years, the report suggests that the continent is struggling to move beyond a “peripheral position” in global manufacturing systems. Alternative Investments Access Bank perseveres economic headwinds and remains Nigeria’s most valuable brand News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42336/access-bank-perseveres-economic-headwinds-and-remains-nigeriaamprsquos-most-valuable-brand Access Bank remains the most valuable brand for the fifth consecutive year, followed by Zenith Bank and GTCO Alternative Investments World Bank applauds Ghana’s turnaround, hails finance minister’s leadership News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42340/world-bank-applauds-ghanaamprsquos-turnaround-hails-finance-ministeramprsquos-leadership The minister highlighted key achievements underpinning the recovery Alternative Investments How much you need to earn to be considered rich in South Africa News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42326/how-much-you-need-to-earn-to-be-considered-rich-in-south-africa Sean Peche has achieved something which very few fund managers can claim. Alternative Investments Morocco Signs $1.28 Billion MoU to Build AI Factory News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42332/morocco-signs-128-billion-mou-to-build-ai-factory Facility to include data center, training hub, innovation center Alternative Investments South Africa’s largest asset managers revealed News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42319/south-africaamprsquos-largest-asset-managers-revealed This was revealed by Alexforbes in its annual Manager Watch survey, where the financial services firm ranks the largest asset managers and analyses trends in the broader industry. Alternative Investments SA's hidden cost of cash News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42313/saamp039s-hidden-cost-of-cash For entrepreneurs already navigating rising input costs, unpredictable demand and limited access to capital, these hidden costs can compound existing pressures. Alternative Investments Debt pressures force a rethink of sovereign financing in Africa News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42315/debt-pressures-force-a-rethink-of-sovereign-financing-in-africa Debt servicing costs are rising and constraining budgets, but the real challenge lies in weak growth, currency mismatches and how governments prioritise investment. Alternative Investments Afreximbank to avail US$10bln under its Gulf Crisis Response Programme News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42302/afreximbank-to-avail-us10bln-under-its-gulf-crisis-response-programme To shield African and CARICOM economies from the ongoing conflict Alternative Investments Stakeholders advocate 40% female leadership in banks News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42296/stakeholders-advocate-40-female-leadership-in-banks The forum served as a high-level intervention to address the structural and internal barriers limiting women’s ascent to the pinnacle of the banking world. Alternative Investments South Africans not offered salaries they deserve News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42327/south-africans-not-offered-salaries-they-deserve As a result, smaller firms sometimes make salary offers based more on internal budgets rather than what the broader market is paying. Comment, Analysis & Research 57 jobs that pay higher than the R30,000 average salary in South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42294/57-jobs-that-pay-higher-than-the-r30000-average-salary-in-south-africa Basic salary/wages paid to employees increased by R16.6 billion or 1.8% from R914.3 billion in September 2025 to R930.8 billion in December 2025. Comment, Analysis & Research Advtech, PSG Financial Services and Standard Bank reap the rewards of robust growth strategies News Aggregation Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42266/advtech-psg-financial-services-and-standard-bank-reap-the-rewards-of-robust-growth-strategies Naturally, this is how corporate execs try to justify their enormous earnings. Comment, Analysis & Research South Africa's gold producers stay in the shallows as prices surge News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42252/south-africaamp039s-gold-producers-stay-in-the-shallows-as-prices-surge West Wits Mining launched South Africa's first new underground mine in 15 years last October Comment, Analysis & Research Retirement shock for South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42238/retirement-shock-for-south-africa The first group consists of around two million relatively affluent retirees who had access to stable employment and the opportunity to save during their working lives. Comment, Analysis & Research Does Nedbank really need a board of 19 directors? News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42240/does-nedbank-really-need-a-board-of-19-directors It paid more than R28m to non-execs last year, and that figure is set to rise … Comment, Analysis & Research From bad to much worse for interest rates in South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42236/from-bad-to-much-worse-for-interest-rates-in-south-africa Markets had previously seen between two and four rate cuts from the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) over the next 18 months, with inflation seen as being under control. Comment, Analysis & Research Rising reserves amid cautious FX outlook News Team Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42211/rising-reserves-amid-cautious-fx-outlook Having steadily increased since Jul ’25, Comment, Analysis & Research South Africans earning more than R180,000 a year are in trouble News Aggregation Team Monday, March 09, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42146/south-africans-earning-more-than-r180000-a-year-are-in-trouble The report showed that while higher-income earners continue to access large amounts of credit, defaults and overdue balances are rising across multiple income segments. Comment, Analysis & Research Ghana inflation falls to 3.3% in February 2026 News Aggregation Team Friday, March 06, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42139/ghana-inflation-falls-to-33-in-february-2026 Data from GSS showed that food inflation eased to 2.4 per cent, down from 3.9 per cent in January, Comment, Analysis & Research Gov’t loses over GH¢600m in taxes from unaccounted petroleum products News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42328/govamprsquot-loses-over-ghampcent600m-in-taxes-from-unaccounted-petroleum-products The lost revenue was expected to accrue to the state through taxes, levies, and other regulatory charges on petroleum products imported into the country, but was not properly accounted for. Tax Income tax warning for taxpayers who choose to stay in South Africa News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42320/income-tax-warning-for-taxpayers-who-choose-to-stay-in-south-africa This growing reliance on personal income tax comes as the number of taxpayers declines. Tax Major new tax could backfire badly for South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42304/major-new-tax-could-backfire-badly-for-south-africa The proposed 20% levy aims to generate over R10 billion annually for the state while also addressing the social risks associated with gambling addiction. Tax SARS is coming after R3 petrol price relief in South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42300/sars-is-coming-after-r3-petrol-price-relief-in-south-africa This task will be challenged by “the headwinds that are already starting to bloom,” he said, referring to the chaos caused by the United States’s war in Iran. Tax Big banks shoulder R90bn of SA tax burden News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42280/big-banks-shoulder-r90bn-of-sa-tax-burden Collection role overshadows direct payments. Tax SARS is coming after one group of employers in South Africa News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42245/sars-is-coming-after-one-group-of-employers-in-south-africa The ETI is designed to stimulate youth employment in South Africa, but its application has yielded mixed results. Tax Wage bill consumes 44% of tax revenue • Govt borrows GH¢17bn to pay salaries — Finance Minister reveals News Aggregation Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42250/wage-bill-consumes-44-of-tax-revenue-ampbull-govt-borrows-ghampcent17bn-to-pay-salaries-ampmdash-finance-minister-reveals In a presentation at the high-level meeting between President John Mahama and Organised Labour, the Finance Minister outlined the growing pressure of the public sector wage bill on government finances. Tax Tax reform to create opportunities, promote fairness – Minister News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42241/tax-reform-to-create-opportunities-promote-fairness-ampndash-minister Nigerians can now invest ₦2.5million on premium domains and profit about ₦17-₦25Million. Tax Tanzania tax review warns of trust erosion, proposes sweeping overhaul News Aggregation Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42227/tanzania-tax-review-warns-of-trust-erosion-proposes-sweeping-overhaul System overhaulThe report also criticises existing tax dispute mechanisms as weak, leaving taxpayers feeling unprotected when challenging TRA decisions Tax Burkina Faso Evaluates Wealth Tax Options Through ATAF Engagement News Aggregation Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42182/burkina-faso-evaluates-wealth-tax-options-through-ataf-engagement Engagements have also included private-sector stakeholders such as financial institutions, audit firms and legal practitioners, to ensure a comprehensive and balanced assessment. Tax EFCC warns banks against unsecured loans News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42337/efcc-warns-banks-against-unsecured-loans The commission’s chairman, Ola Olukoyede, gave the warning during a courtesy visit by officials of First Bank of Nigeria Plc to the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 office in Ikoyi. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Parliament passes Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Bill News Aggregation Team Monday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42330/parliament-passes-ghana-investment-promotion-authority-bill The Bill provides a more modern, flexible, and robust legal framework for investment promotion, facilitation, and regulation in Ghana. Regulation,Tax & Compliance World Bank projects 4.8% growth for Ghana, 9% inflation by end-2026 News Aggregation Team Friday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42323/world-bank-projects-48-growth-for-ghana-9-inflation-by-end-2026 It remains unclear what specific factors will drive the expected moderation. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Lesetja Kganyago on leadership, credibility and the future of central banking News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42310/lesetja-kganyago-on-leadership-credibility-and-the-future-of-central-banking Sarb Governor reflects on leading a central bank amid global volatility, domestic challenges and long-term reforms. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Kenya central bank holds rate at 8.75% amid Middle East conflict News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42311/kenya-central-bank-holds-rate-at-875-amid-middle-east-conflict Kenya’s inflation stood at 4.4% in March, below the central bank’s 5% midpoint target. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Standard Bank and Absa increase minimum pay – but Investec still pays the most News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42314/standard-bank-and-absa-increase-minimum-pay-ampndash-but-investec-still-pays-the-most Capitec has the lowest minimum pay among major banks in South Africa. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Massive changes coming for visa and immigration rules in South Africa News Aggregation Team Thursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42316/massive-changes-coming-for-visa-and-immigration-rules-in-south-africa Jacobs described this as a positive step towards enhancing South Africa’s economic growth Regulation,Tax & Compliance Cedi dips further as external shocks intensify; one dollar equals GH¢11.70 at forex bureaus News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42301/cedi-dips-further-as-external-shocks-intensify-one-dollar-equals-ghampcent1170-at-forex-bureaus Despite these favourable inflows, the heightened demand and bearish sentiment to counter cautious forex interventions is weighing on the cedi. Regulation,Tax & Compliance D-Day for the rand News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42305/d-day-for-the-rand However, this isn’t expected to last, and the next moves will depend heavily on what follows Trump’s threats. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Government must think twice about ’emergency’ access to South African pension funds News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42307/government-must-think-twice-about-amprsquoemergencyamprsquo-access-to-south-african-pension-funds This is the warning from Ronald King, Head of Public Policy & Regulatory Affairs at PSG Financial Services. Regulation,Tax & Compliance SMEs must embrace ESG to compete globally — UBA Ghana CEO News Aggregation Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42299/smes-must-embrace-esg-to-compete-globally-ampmdash-uba-ghana-ceo He explained that adopting ESG standards would improve their chances of accessing low-cost financing and remaining competitive in global markets. ESG Lagos pushes monetisation of climate, sustainability initiatives News Aggregation Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42267/lagos-pushes-monetisation-of-climate-sustainability-initiatives “Across sectors, organisations are already implementing climate and circularity initiatives unique to their operations. ESG Transition finance – Unlocking decarbonisation in South Africa’s most important sectors News Aggregation Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/42100/transition-finance-ampndash-unlocking-decarbonisation-in-south-africaamprsquos-most-important-sectors Their conversation explores what transition finance is, what it is not, and why it is becoming central to achieving net-zero ambitions across emerging markets. ESG Insurance Industry Urged to Prioritise ESG to Sustain Businesses News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 27, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41919/insurance-industry-urged-to-prioritise-esg-to-sustain-businesses “The effects of ESG challenges are dire globally, but they are even more pronounced here in Africa. ESG African Development Bank champions circular economy as Africa’s pathway to sustainable industrial growth at UNEA-7 News Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41826/african-development-bank-champions-circular-economy-as-africaamprsquos-pathway-to-sustainable-industrial-growth-at-unea-7 "UNEA-7 comes at a decisive moment for our planet, and indeed for Africa," Kariuki said. ESG Namibia plans $1.76bn energy push, seeks private investment News Aggregation Team Friday, December 19, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41745/namibia-plans-176bn-energy-push-seeks-private-investment The plan will support off-grid solar and alternative fuels, and introduce incentives for battery storage. ESG Absa commits R1.7bn to scale renewable power in Africa News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 27, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41615/absa-commits-r17bn-to-scale-renewable-power-in-africa Three-part funding package to fast-track new solar and battery projects for commercial and industrial sectors. ESG EBRD invests US $40 mil in Infinity to accelerate renewable energy growth across Africa News Team Tuesday, November 11, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41521/ebrd-invests-us-40-mil-in-infinity-to-accelerate-renewable-energy-growth-across-africa Funds for 3 GW of renewable energy projects to advance clean energy on the continent ESG Phoenix Group launches 30MW hydropower mining operation in Ethiopia News Team Thursday, November 06, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41501/phoenix-group-launches-30mw-hydropower-mining-operation-in-ethiopia H.C. Wainwright reaffirms buy rating and AED 3.00 price target ESG Fidelity Bank invests GH₵1million to boost climate-smart enterprises News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41459/fidelity-bank-invests-gh1million-to-boost-climate-smart-enterprises The initiative, implemented in partnership with Innohub, aims to accelerate the growth of businesses providing innovative solutions in agriculture, environmental sustainability, and technology-driven resilience. ESG