Managers of Wealth Africa

Companies shy away from long-term debt as economy sags

The economy grew by 0.7% in the third quarter

39.5 Million Nigerians Are Excluded From Financial Services

The bank said greater numbers of persons were excluded from insurance and pension services.

What You Need To Know About South Africa’s Ultra Wealthy

South Africa is home to 835 ultra wealthy individuals with a combined net worth of US$112 billion, making it the country with the largest ultra high net worth (UHNW)* population in Africa, according to a Wealth-X and UBS study.

The truth lets you free in reputation management

Delegates should not forget the power of civil society

Chinese Investment in Africa Falls by 40%

Analysts are also asking if Western countries and companies will take this time to recover some of the business ground in Africa they had lost to Beijing in recent years.

Passing On Wealth to the Next Generation

Wealth is passed from generation to generation with the hope that, custodians of these passed on assets would preserve them and in turn pass them on to the next generation.

Africa investments lure SA property counters

However, questions are emerging as to whether the sector’s valuations are justified

Signs point to Africa and Asia for future luxury hubs: CBRE

Continuing globalization ensures that the economy will remain a major factor in the luxury market, so brands must be attuned to economic patterns and shifts to stay ahead.

South Africa’s cheapest and most expensive bank accounts

According to Solidarity’s findings, Capitec’s place as the most affordable low-income account has been effectively challenged by FNB’s EasyAccount.

China's Tie-up with Africa Needs Fundamental Acceptance by Africans

China, the poster child for economic growth in recent decades, has been increasingly keen to spread its wealth and influence around.

The African opportunity: Full of potential for brave investors

The ballooning population would be paired with economic growth in excess of 7.5 percent annually, double the rate of developed economies

China and African nations increase financial cooperation to build opportunities

Bilateral cooperation between China and African nations have gradually shifted beyond infrastructure development and trade to cover areas such as finance. CCTV’s Liu Xinqing reports.

Interview: CBO Investment Founder, Bex Nwawudu on Bringing International Investment to African SMEs

Prior to joining the IMF, Gary held several high profile positions including the Chief Investment Officer of Wellcome Trust

The U.S. May Be the World’s Richest Country, But It Ranks 14th in Financial Literacy

This new measure of financial literacy comes from a survey of 150,000 adults in 148 countries.

Africa's 50 Richest 2015: South African Tycoons Overtake Nigerians Amid Economic Weakness

Number two on the list is Nicky Oppenheimer, whose estimated $6.6 billion fortune stems from the stake he inherited in diamond miner

The 16 richest people in South Africa right now

Forbes has ranked the 50 richest people in Africa in 2015 – and 16 South Africans have made the list, supplanting Nigeria which dominated in 2014.

Zuma’s Fiscal Strain Almost Matches Putin’s as Junk Status Looms

The cost of insuring against a default by the government of Africa’s second-biggest economy narrowed on Monday to 14 basis points less than similar protection for Russia, which is tackling a recession,

How Dubai can help Africa drive growth

Dubai can be a key partner to Africa due to its strategic location, stable economy and sound economic policies.

Deutsche Bank’s Ashok Aram outlines five years of achievements and challenges

Mr Aram was promoted in the recent global shake-up at the German banking group, adding Europe to his existing responsibilities.

Zimbabwe Bank Deposits Increase Despite Economic Woes

The total value of mobile and internet based transactions increased from $524,8 million in August 2015, to $543,2 million in September 2015.

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