Managers of Wealth - Africa http://africa.managersofwealth.com/ Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:15:55 GMT part of MediaG8way Group http://africa.managersofwealth.com/ http://africa.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Africa KohanaPHP 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 Season's Greetings from Managers of Wealth News Team Wednesday, December 24, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41769/seasonamp039s-greetings-from-managers-of-wealth Happy New Year to all Wealth and Asset Management Why Mauritius is Africa’s new magnet for 1,200 millionaires from China, France News Aggregation Team Friday, December 19, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41741/why-mauritius-is-africaamprsquos-new-magnet-for-1200-millionaires-from-china-france Mauritius ranks second only to Morocco, which attracted about 1,400 millionaires over the same period. Wealth and Asset Management Over 40 jobs that pay more than the average salary in South Africa News Aggregation Team Monday, December 15, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41713/over-40-jobs-that-pay-more-than-the-average-salary-in-south-africa Bonuses paid to employees increased by R6.2 billion or 10.9% from R56.7 billion in June 2025 to R62.9 billion in September 2025. Wealth and Asset Management Investec named South Africa’s Bank of the Year 2025 by The Banker News Aggregation Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41701/investec-named-south-africaamprsquos-bank-of-the-year-2025-by-the-banker Earlier this year, The Banker also recognised Investec as the Best Performing Bank in the UK in its Top 1000 Global Banks ranking Wealth and Asset Management Standard Chartered deepens digital wealth push across EMEA News Aggregation Team Friday, December 12, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41702/standard-chartered-deepens-digital-wealth-push-across-emea In response to increasing demand for mobile and online financial solutions, the bank continuously enhanced its wealth digital capabilities in key EMEA markets. Wealth and Asset Management East Africa: Stanchart Moves to Strengthen Wealth and Risk Management in the Region News Aggregation Team Thursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41660/east-africa-stanchart-moves-to-strengthen-wealth-and-risk-management-in-the-region The collaboration builds on the bank's sponsorship of the annual CFOs East Africa Awards 2025 and introduces a dedicated advisory pathway to help CFOs safeguard and grow both corporate and personal assets. Wealth and Asset Management DIFC strengthens global family wealth hub status with new programmes and partnerships News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41568/difc-strengthens-global-family-wealth-hub-status-with-new-programmes-and-partnerships During the event, DIFC unveiled several landmark initiatives and partnerships set to reinforce Dubai’s position as the MEASA region’s premier destination for family wealth, next-generation leadership and succession planning Wealth and Asset Management BOI Appoints Mubarak MD of Investment Company News Aggregation Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41909/boi-appoints-mubarak-md-of-investment-company Prior to her appointment, she held various senior leadership roles at the Bank of Industry, where she was part of the team that drove significant impact across key sectors of the economy. Executive Moves Andre de Ruyter is back home with a new job News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41879/andre-de-ruyter-is-back-home-with-a-new-job After a period of intense public scrutiny, he largely stepped away from South Africa and public life. Executive Moves Sanral board term extended … again News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41874/sanral-board-term-extended-amphellip-again Outa says this is negative for governance at the roads agency. Executive Moves Nedbank Private Wealth strengthens advisory team with new wealth manager News Aggregation Team Friday, January 16, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41860/nedbank-private-wealth-strengthens-advisory-team-with-new-wealth-manager Anelisa Mi, former financial services adviser at Fairbairn Consult, has joined amid Nedbank’s efforts to deepen its advisory offering across South Africa. Executive Moves Standard Bank Namibia appoints new Head of Private Banking and Wealth News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41852/standard-bank-namibia-appoints-new-head-of-private-banking-and-wealth The bank said Van Zyl brings over 15 years of experience in finance, corporate and international tax consulting, strategic leadership, and banking. Executive Moves Pretty Makukule appointed Sanral CFO News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41847/pretty-makukule-appointed-sanral-cfo The finance chief post has been vacant since July 2024, following the resignation of Inge Mulder. Executive Moves LOTUS Bank appoints Ajani-Lawal MD/CEO News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 06, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41802/lotus-bank-appoints-ajani-lawal-mdceo This appointment was disclosed in a statement made available to The PUNCH on Monday. Executive Moves Fidelity Bank appoints new board chairperson News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41795/fidelity-bank-appoints-new-board-chairperson The bank said that under Mr Chike-Obi’s leadership, Fidelity Bank recorded significant growth across key financial indices Executive Moves UBA Retires Directors News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 23, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41758/uba-retires-directors The retirees are include Deputy Managing Director Mr. Muyiwa Akinyemi and Executive Directors Mrs. Abiola Bawuah, Mr. Alex Alozie, and Mrs. Sola Yomi-Ajayi. Executive Moves First Bank appoints Amaeshi as pioneer occupier of Professorial Chair News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 23, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41759/first-bank-appoints-amaeshi-as-pioneer-occupier-of-professorial-chair The endowment programme was designed to fund and promote high-level research and learning projects in federal universities, selected around the six geographical regions of the country. Executive Moves 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 Dentons expands presence in Africa with leading firm in Cameroon News Team Tuesday, December 16, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41717/dentons-expands-presence-in-africa-with-leading-firm-in-cameroon Cameroon’s role as a major transit hub positions it as a gateway for global business activity. Legal Dentons strengthens pan-African reach with launch in Senegal News Team Wednesday, December 03, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41647/dentons-strengthens-pan-african-reach-with-launch-in-senegal “Our firms were brought together by a mutual vision for excellence and a deep commitment to delivering world-class legal services,” said Kate Barton, Global CEO. Legal Court orders N1.07bn payment to ex-Kogi deputy gov News Aggregation Team Tuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41639/court-orders-n107bn-payment-to-ex-kogi-deputy-gov UBA had argued that the money was sourced from the World Bank for environmental projects across northern states and was therefore unavailable to settle the judgment debt. Legal African Development Bank Group debars Yessan Sarlu and Ayitévi Amadote for 18 months for Fraudulent Practices News Team Tuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41640/african-development-bank-group-debars-yessan-sarlu-and-ayitampeacutevi-amadote-for-18-months-for-fraudulent-practices During the debarment period, Yessan Sarlu, Mr. Ayitévi Yao Mawulolo Amadote, and all entities under their control will not be eligible to participate in African Development Bank Group-financed activities. Legal Alleged $1b debt claim: First Bank, Access Bank, Zenith Bank MDs risk imprisonment over disobedience of court order News Aggregation Team Monday, November 24, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41591/alleged-1b-debt-claim-first-bank-access-bank-zenith-bank-mds-risk-imprisonment-over-disobedience-of-court-order The suit concerns a high-stake dispute involving onshore oil asset and the FSO Ugo Ocha, linked to interests in the OML 42 Joint Venture, in which the Federal Government owns a 55 per cent share. Legal Another international giant quits South Africa News Aggregation Team Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41545/another-international-giant-quits-south-africa The South African business will become an independent law firm on March 31st 2026, following a structured transition. Legal Cybersecurity Bill aims to protect, not restrict free expression – Mahama News Aggregation Team Monday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41510/cybersecurity-bill-aims-to-protect-not-restrict-free-expression-ampndash-mahama He said the bills before Parliament were not meant to restrict expression but to safeguard citizens and uphold truth in the digital realm. Legal Alleged N9.5b debt: Court restrains banks from dealing with Indian businessman, firms News Aggregation Team Friday, November 07, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41507/alleged-n95b-debt-court-restrains-banks-from-dealing-with-indian-businessman-firms Goswami and his firms are alleged to be indebted to First City Monument Bank (FCMB), Union Bank Plc, and United Capital Trustees Limited. Legal Digital Identity Emerges as Africa’s Essential Infrastructure Backbone News Aggregation Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41907/digital-identity-emerges-as-africaamprsquos-essential-infrastructure-backbone The agreement, announced on Jan. 20, represents an intra-African technology export in the digital ID sector. FinTech Flutterwave to offer stablecoin wallets to merchants in Africa News Aggregation Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41900/flutterwave-to-offer-stablecoin-wallets-to-merchants-in-africa Flutterwave will provide merchants with a comprehensive embedded wallet experience that facilitates seamless transactions using stablecoin payments. FinTech Margins takes Ghana’s ID success to The Gambia News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41893/margins-takes-ghanaamprsquos-id-success-to-the-gambia “This is a historic milestone,” Mr Biden said. FinTech A defining year at the intersection of finance and crypto News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41884/a-defining-year-at-the-intersection-of-finance-and-crypto With infrastructure firmly in place, OVEX is now shifting its focus from access to institutional adoption across the continent. FinTech The Flows Are Moving in Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41885/the-flows-are-moving-in-africa The fact is that this adoption is scaling outside traditional pipes, through wallets, exchanges, and platform ecosystems. FinTech GRA to deploy AI to tackle import fraud from February 1 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41882/gra-to-deploy-ai-to-tackle-import-fraud-from-february-1 It is also to address entrenched abuses in the use of import declaration forms (IDF). FinTech Stablecoins are gaining ground as digital currency in Africa News Aggregation Team Friday, January 16, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41861/stablecoins-are-gaining-ground-as-digital-currency-in-africa But their growing dominance poses serious risks to African monetary sovereignty. FinTech Why technology-enabled banking Is a multiplier for Nigeria’s 2036 goal, by Henry Obiekea News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41838/why-technology-enabled-banking-is-a-multiplier-for-nigeriaamprsquos-2036-goal-by-henry-obiekea Technology-enabled banking is playing a critical role in this transition. FinTech Wema Bank Upgrades ALAT Banking App to Voice Banking, Tap & Pay, Uptime Prediction News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41842/wema-bank-upgrades-alat-banking-app-to-voice-banking-tap-ampamp-pay-uptime-prediction Wema Bank Upgrades ALAT Banking App to Voice Banking, Tap & Pay, Uptime Prediction FinTech African Fintechs Projected to Grow Profitably, Sustain the Continent in 2026 News Aggregation Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41821/african-fintechs-projected-to-grow-profitably-sustain-the-continent-in-2026 The continent will no longer just be adopting global technologies and solutions, or seeking for investments globally, but will be exporting solutions that will attract global investors.” FinTech Nedbank issues urgent scam alert over AI-generated investment fraud News Aggregation Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41908/nedbank-issues-urgent-scam-alert-over-ai-generated-investment-fraud Nedbank has confirmed that the content is a scam and is not linked to the bank or any of its legitimate products. Retail Banking Nigerian banks face tough road to Africa’s top 10 News Aggregation Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41910/nigerian-banks-face-tough-road-to-africaamprsquos-top-10 In March 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) directed deposit money banks to raise their minimum paid-up capital in line with their operating licences. Retail Banking Seven Nigerian banks currently authorised for International operations News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41897/seven-nigerian-banks-currently-authorised-for-international-operations The countdown to March 31 2026 sharpens every decision, intensifying the suspense and raising the stakes for lenders across the country. Retail Banking Standard Bank losing out to Absa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41889/standard-bank-losing-out-to-absa Meanwhile, Francisco Khoza, the head of legal, will join the Absa team as deputy general group counsel, Absa said in response to queries. Retail Banking Nigeria: Access Holdings lags banking peers in 2025 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41881/nigeria-access-holdings-lags-banking-peers-in-2025 Access Holdings Plc’s 2025 financial year told a clear growth-at-a-cost story. Retail Banking Nigeria: Examining balance of payments surplus, remittances, FX reserves inflows News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41883/nigeria-examining-balance-of-payments-surplus-remittances-fx-reserves-inflows Nigeria successfully returned to international capital markets in late 2024 and received upgrades from several rating agencies Retail Banking Major shift in African banking News Aggregation Team Friday, January 16, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41866/major-shift-in-african-banking The transition can be traced to early 2016 when Barclays, in Africa since 1916, announced its gradual exit from the continent. Retail Banking More banks meet recapitalisation threshold as tally exceeds 20 News Aggregation Team Friday, January 16, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41867/more-banks-meet-recapitalisation-threshold-as-tally-exceeds-20 United Bank for Africa has also crossed the threshold with the conclusion of its recent N178.3 billion rights issue. Retail Banking SA banks eye Standard Chartered Botswana sale News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41853/sa-banks-eye-standard-chartered-botswana-sale Sale of entire business attracts interest from Absa and Firstrand Retail Banking Ecobank celebrates an outstanding 2025, with awards across Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 14, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41851/ecobank-celebrates-an-outstanding-2025-with-awards-across-africa In a milestone year that reflects both legacy and momentum, Ecobank received top honours from leading financial services platforms Retail 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 FBNQuest Asset Management Wins BAFI Award Excellence News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39575/fbnquest-asset-management-wins-bafi-award-excellence The award ceremony, celebrated the outstanding achievements of financial institutions across Nigeria, highlighting those that have demonstrated innovation, excellence, and unwavering commitment to quality service. Investment Banking HSBC leads as MENA’s top earner in investment banking fees News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 22, 2024 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39412/hsbc-leads-as-menaamprsquos-top-earner-in-investment-banking-fees HSBC was followed by Standard Chartered ($56.5 million) and First Abu Dhabi Bank ($56 million) in the league tables Investment Banking Rand shoots the lights out as it eyes R16 to the dollar News Aggregation Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41901/rand-shoots-the-lights-out-as-it-eyes-r16-to-the-dollar The local unit had a surprisingly resilient 2025, benefiting from a strong turn in sentiment towards the South African economy and the weakening of the US dollar amid global geopolitical tensions. Alternative Investments Renewed momentum in mobile subscriber growth News Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41903/renewed-momentum-in-mobile-subscriber-growth This renewed momentum is significant, as it suggests that the sector has moved beyond the phase of subscriber attrition caused by regulatory interventions Alternative Investments A solid external reserves performance in 2025 News Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41904/a-solid-external-reserves-performance-in-2025 The performance of the reserves in 2025 reflected a tale of two halves. Alternative Investments FX flow still resilient despite slight moderation in Q2 ‘25 News Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41906/fx-flow-still-resilient-despite-slight-moderation-in-q2-amplsquo25 FX outflows also decreased by 6% q/q to USD12.9bn, resulting in a net FX flow of USD14.6bn, slightly below the USD15.2bn recorded in Q1. Alternative Investments Businesses face costly credit as maximum lending rates reach 46% News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41898/businesses-face-costly-credit-as-maximum-lending-rates-reach-46 CBN data show that prime lending rates for these sectors generally ranged between 25 and 32 per cent Alternative Investments International finance giant has great news for South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41886/international-finance-giant-has-great-news-for-south-africa While this level of growth is still low relative to emerging-market peers and the Sub-Saharan region as a whole, it represents an upward trend—and a significant leap from last year’s projections. Alternative Investments BICEC Tops Cameroon Banks in New Lending in Q1 2025 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41891/bicec-tops-cameroon-banks-in-new-lending-in-q1-2025 A comparison with the first quarter of 2024 shows significant changes in the rankings. Alternative Investments AfDB to provide Egypt with $170M for private sector, budget support News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41877/afdb-to-provide-egypt-with-170m-for-private-sector-budget-support The financing is intended to support the state budget and advance the implementation of structural reforms. Alternative Investments Rand hits a major roadblock News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 20, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41878/rand-hits-a-major-roadblock The rand has strengthened massively in 2025, but a weaker dollar was primarily responsible. Alternative Investments Ghana seeks action-oriented foreign investment – Trade Minister News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41855/ghana-seeks-action-oriented-foreign-investment-ampndash-trade-minister She thus urged visiting investors to take bold steps by entering firm agreements with Ghanaian counterparts. Alternative Investments Economic Week: Inflation May Reach 8.4% in 2027, Foreign Investment Accelerates, and Centralized Imports Threaten Jobs News Aggregation Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41914/economic-week-inflation-may-reach-84-in-2027-foreign-investment-accelerates-and-centralized-imports-threaten-jobs British consultancy Oxford Economics anticipates a sharp rise in inflation in Mozambique over the next two years, driven by the restart of major liquefied natural gas projects and the likely monetary financing of the budget deficit. Comment, Analysis & Research South African billionaire’s company hits a new record News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41888/south-african-billionaireamprsquos-company-hits-a-new-record It saw record net Cartrack subscriber additions of 111,478 (Q3 2025: 86,617). Comment, Analysis & Research The hammer South Africa should hope the US doesn’t drop: Dawie Roodt News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41872/the-hammer-south-africa-should-hope-the-us-doesnamprsquot-drop-dawie-roodt Speaking in an interview with Biznews, Roodt said one of the significant risks is exposure to external shocks, particularly from the United States. Comment, Analysis & Research World Bank lifts South Africa growth outlook for 2025 News Aggregation Team Friday, January 16, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41865/world-bank-lifts-south-africa-growth-outlook-for-2025 Improved power supply and agriculture boost forecast, but trade risks cloud outlook Comment, Analysis & Research Global growth to ease to 2.6 per cent in 2026 as challenges persist – World Bank News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41859/global-growth-to-ease-to-26-per-cent-in-2026-as-challenges-persist-ampndash-world-bank Global growth to ease to 2.6 per cent in 2026 as challenges persist – World Bank Comment, Analysis & Research The tide is turning for South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, January 13, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41841/the-tide-is-turning-for-south-africa This is important for the Reserve Bank, which wants inflation expectations to settle closer to 3%. Comment, Analysis & Research Why is the rand so strong and the economy so weak? News Aggregation Team Monday, January 12, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41830/why-is-the-rand-so-strong-and-the-economy-so-weak The rand strengthened nearly 13% against the US dollar over the past year, yet the domestic numbers remain weak. That disconnect won’t last forever. Comment, Analysis & Research Signs of life for one of South Africa’s largest employers News Aggregation Team Friday, January 09, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41822/signs-of-life-for-one-of-south-africaamprsquos-largest-employers New sales orders were barely changed from November and remained at a subdued level, while business activity actually improved sharply during the month, albeit remaining below the 50 mark. Comment, Analysis & Research South Africa officially has a new dollar billionaire News Aggregation Team Monday, December 29, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41773/south-africa-officially-has-a-new-dollar-billionaire Using traditional sand-casting methods, each piece was hand-finished and coated with multiple layers of enamel, a technically difficult process because enamel and cast iron expand at different rates when heated Comment, Analysis & Research Financial tips to help young adults beat inflation News Aggregation Team Monday, December 29, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41775/financial-tips-to-help-young-adults-beat-inflation As Nigeria grapples with persistent inflation, high interest rates and rising unemployment, young adults are increasingly exposed to financial vulnerability. Comment, Analysis & Research SARS going after certain pension funds in South Africa News Aggregation Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41911/sars-going-after-certain-pension-funds-in-south-africa Under current tax law, such benefits can be fully exempt from South African tax in specific circumstances. Tax How to legally pay less tax in South Africa News Aggregation Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41913/how-to-legally-pay-less-tax-in-south-africa With this in mind, he highlighted ways taxpayers can legally get some payback for their hard-earned money. Tax Over 50,000 taxpayers cut ties with SARS News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41895/over-50000-taxpayers-cut-ties-with-sars A taxpayer can still be a South African citizen while being a tax resident in another or multiple countries. Tax LIRS fixes Jan 31 deadline for 2025 tax returns News Aggregation Team Friday, January 16, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41863/lirs-fixes-jan-31-deadline-for-2025-tax-returns He emphasised that the filing of annual returns is a mandatory legal obligation and warned that failure to comply would attract statutory sanctions, including administrative penalties, as prescribed under the new tax law. Tax Tax return warning for over 500,000 taxpayers in South Africa News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41856/tax-return-warning-for-over-500000-taxpayers-in-south-africa Provisional tax applies to individuals who earn income that is not taxed through the PAYE system. Tax Tax frustration spills out into the open … News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 15, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41858/tax-frustration-spills-out-into-the-open-amphellip Open letter to the taxman hits a nerve, confirming systemic flaws in tax administration. Tax How to avoid SARS when you die News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41807/how-to-avoid-sars-when-you-die The process is much more than just drafting a will, with managing assets to optimise the various taxes applicable in the estate seen as just as necessary. Tax Tax incentive test case delays leave employers exposed News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41808/tax-incentive-test-case-delays-leave-employers-exposed Over 400 employers face penalties, interest and prolonged uncertainty. Tax VAT cut puts GH¢6.5bn back in shoppers’ pockets as prices fall, says GRA News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 07, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41810/vat-cut-puts-ghampcent65bn-back-in-shoppersamprsquo-pockets-as-prices-fall-says-gra He explained that the changes include a reduction in the VAT rate, the removal of the COVID-19 levy, the decoupling of VAT, and higher thresholds for smaller businesses. Tax SARS is coming after your bank account in 2026 News Aggregation Team Monday, January 05, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41791/sars-is-coming-after-your-bank-account-in-2026 Higher-than-expected withdrawals under the new two-pot retirement system also contributed. Tax Reality check for the rand News Aggregation Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41912/reality-check-for-the-rand As a result, markets swooped on gold, with financial services giant HSBC predicting it could reach $5,000 in the first half of 2026. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Bad turn for interest rate expectations in South Africa News Aggregation Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41902/bad-turn-for-interest-rate-expectations-in-south-africa The rise in inflation from 3.5% in November 2025 was driven by rising food, fuel and housing and utilities costs. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Sequential decline of DMBs’ credit News Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41905/sequential-decline-of-dmbsamprsquo-credit Notably, this marks the second consecutive decline in banking system credit Regulation,Tax & Compliance Nedbank launches R14bn bid for East African lender News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41892/nedbank-launches-r14bn-bid-for-east-african-lender Proposed deal will see NCBA become a subsidiary of Nedbank. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Another blow for domestic workers in South Africa News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41894/another-blow-for-domestic-workers-in-south-africa Moreover, when looking at the real increases, which also account for inflation, domestic workers only recorded a 0.4% increase in December 2025. Regulation,Tax & Compliance The end of prime in South Africa News Aggregation Team Thursday, January 22, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41896/the-end-of-prime-in-south-africa The central bank confirmed earlier this month that it is reviewing the rate that has been fixed at 350 basis points above the country’s monetary policy rate since 2001. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Kenyan shilling gains against British pound, holds versus US dollar, Tanzania and Uganda shillings News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41887/kenyan-shilling-gains-against-british-pound-holds-versus-us-dollar-tanzania-and-uganda-shillings One US dollar exchanged at KSh 129.24 at the close of the week that ended on July 10, the same as that on July 3. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Bad data, not bad rules, driving transfer pricing risk in Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, January 21, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41890/bad-data-not-bad-rules-driving-transfer-pricing-risk-in-africa Friction and disputes between taxpayers and tax authorities continue to rise. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Another warning for WhatsApp users in South Africa News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41871/another-warning-for-whatsapp-users-in-south-africa “Yet most South Africans have no idea how these messages are treated in court, what counts as admissible evidence, or how quickly a casual chat can escalate into a defamation claim.” Regulation,Tax & Compliance Experts urge broader insurance upgrades beyond recapitalisation News Aggregation Team Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41873/experts-urge-broader-insurance-upgrades-beyond-recapitalisation Igbiti stressed that skills development is central to the industry’s future, arguing that professionals must upgrade both their technical capacity and mindset to keep pace with increasingly informed clients. Regulation,Tax & Compliance 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 Survey shows huge appetite for renewable projects News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 28, 2025 12:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41441/survey-shows-huge-appetite-for-renewable-projects But low daytime demand may spoil the party. ESG Ghana joins regional efforts to attract renewable energy investments News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41422/ghana-joins-regional-efforts-to-attract-renewable-energy-investments The two-day forum, jointly organised by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the Government of Sierra Leone, brings together ministers, policymakers, investors, developers, and financiers from across Africa and beyond to unlock funding fo ESG Sanlam Investments Renews Sponsorship of Africa’s Green Economy Summit 2026 News Team Friday, October 17, 2025 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41390/sanlam-investments-renews-sponsorship-of-africaamprsquos-green-economy-summit-2026 The event bridges the gap between investors and project owners, accelerating Africa’s transition to a just and inclusive green economy. ESG LAWMA targets 30% recycling rate by 2030 News Aggregation Team Monday, September 15, 2025 1:00 am http://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/41195/lawma-targets-30-recycling-rate-by-2030 “Our current recycling rate is between eight and 10 per cent, and we are pushing to achieve 25 to 30 per cent over the next five years,” he stated. ESG