03/22/2017
Bigwigs lose big in Fleming takeover deal
According to a filing with the Competition Authority, Fleming is equally owned by 21st Holdings through Robert Fleming Botswana Holdings (RFH) and Starfish Private Limited.
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03/22/2017
Structural Issues Mount as South Africa's Economy Slides Into Recession
The structural inefficiency of the economy has exacerbated during the past year as social tensions
03/22/2017
De Beers Buys Out LVMH Retail Partner
Whereas Forevermark is a De Beers brand carried by other retailers, DBDJ is a separate stand-alone retail business.
03/22/2017
Africa's youngest billionaire Wins Africa CEO of the Year
This category was created at last year's Forum, to recognize a promising young African business leader under 45 years old.
03/21/2017
Gulf nations driving foreign investment in Africa, says Dubai Chamber
Organisations from the Gulf region have invested around $30 billion in Africa’s infrastructure projects over the last decade, according to latest figures from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry
03/21/2017
The African Billionaires 2017
There are 25 African billionaires this year, up from 24 last year.
03/20/2017
Sanlam dialling up on Africa
Expansion in emerging markets expected to reduce dominance of SA
03/20/2017
Destination: Africa
Robust due diligence will also be essential, especially when representing banks.
03/20/2017
Standard Bank shareholders shrug off gloomy outlook
The stock is up about 4% since 'sell'note was sent, mostly to portfolio managers, in line with the gain in the banks index
03/17/2017
Would a systemic risk tax protect SA from a potential banking failure?
Qobolwakhe Dube and Co-Pierre Georg provide new insights into the extent of risk the country’s financial system faces
03/16/2017
Why Dubai is selling homes to Kenyans
Kenyans are seeking long-term investment opportunities, and Dubai real estate is considered a safe asset class with a strong return on investment.
03/16/2017
Africa CEO Forum tips Nigeria’s UBA, BUA for Geneva awards
The award categories include the CEO of the Year and Young CEO of the Year, African Company of The Year and African Bank of the Year, among others.
03/15/2017
Four areas SA banks really need to focus on in 2017
These are some of the findings from PwC’s South Africa Major Banks Analysis report released on Tuesday (14 March) entitled ‘Standing firm against headwinds.’
03/15/2017
Mutual & Federal becomes Old Mutual Insure from June
It would now deliver under the Old Mutual banner.
03/15/2017
Kenyan securities lending drive gains international support
FSVC is a not-for-profit organisation that deploys volunteer experts to emerging market countries to help strengthen financial sectors.
03/15/2017
African governments urged to provide enabling environment for businesses
He commended the Government for its efforts to remove the bottlenecks entrepreneurs face in their day to day operations to enable them to grow their business.
03/14/2017
Pension funds are key to Africa’s transformation and city officials can help
But local governments can play an important role.
03/14/2017
Africa: Private Equity Can Drive Gender Equality
Accelerating institutional capital for female entrepreneurs and investors can mobilise long term capital into local businesses and drive development.
03/14/2017
Should I withdraw my retirement benefits when changing jobs?
Before you do, make sure you understand the implications.
03/14/2017
Old Mutual's separation is under way
Despite tumultuous economic conditions in South Africa, Nedbank grew its operating profits by 6 per cent to £799m, as interest-earning assets increased.