Managers of Wealth Africa

Another big win for South Africa

Key sectors of South Africa’s economy, including auto manufacturing and agriculture, were hit by the tariffs, but readings showed that the impact wasn’t as severe as initially feared.

Access Bank CEO Roosevelt Ogbonna outlines vision for banking in Africa at Bloomberg Summit

Ogbonna further underscored the strategic advantage for African banks as many Western institutions reduce their footprint across the continent.

South African billionaire shares his views on Cyril Ramaphosa

The slow economic growth has also led to extremely high unemployment levels, which many economists describe as a crisis.

Top bankers are the most bullish in a generation

The upbeat mood follows a budget update that overshot revenue projections, a credit rating upgrade from S&P Global, and the removal of South Africa from the FATF grey list.

Why African banks should lead urban infrastructure projects

This is key because infrastructure projects are loading African nations with billions of dollars of high-interest debt.

South Africa’s unemployment rate is 530% higher than the average G20 country

The G20’s primary purpose is to discuss and coordinate policies aimed at addressing global challenges and enhancing international financial stability.

The economics of customer service in Ghana's banks: Beyond slogans

The logic behind the need for our banks to treat staff as their first customers is simple and deeply empirical.

Important information for people wanting to leave South Africa

The consulting firm noted that for non-residents still registered with SARS, the process now requires two key approvals.

Ghana’s economy still exposed to external shocks despite recent stability – Standard & Poor’s

The report follows S&P’s decision to upgrade Ghana’s sovereign credit rating to B-/B with a stable outlook, citing improved fiscal performance and a better balance of payments position.

Oxfam reaction to Stiglitz Extraordinary Committee on Inequality Report for South African G20

It will bring the same scientific seriousness and purpose to tackling the inequality crisis as the IPCC does to stopping climate breakdown.

South Africa’s rich are spending billions on one thing

While tourist numbers are yet to return to their 2019 levels, South Africans are travelling locally and overseas more than ever.

Why Zimbabwe missed Africa’s top 100 banks list for the second year

20 countries make ranking

Innovation is key to Ghana’s security robustness – Deputy Minister

Ghana must adapt to the changing security environment by embracing research, digital innovation, and cross-sector partnerships that enhanced her resilience and national preparedness, he said.

Surprise vote of confidence for South Africa’s collapsing economic capital

The Moody’s assessment — which didn’t constitute a rating action — seems at odds with the view of South Africa’s national government and business leaders.

How employers can turn women’s savings into retirement security

Both local and international research suggest that women in general manage money better than men.

Capital city’s finances ‘stable’ – Moya, after a year in office

But sits on forensic report about colleague who holds the purse.

Embrace wealth management, expert urges Nigerians

The books include The Empathy Advantage, Small Habits, Big Wealth, The Smart Hustle, and The Quintessential Company Secretary, among others.

Gold hits record high above $3,900 per ounce

The rally marks the seventh consecutive week of gains for the precious metal, pushing its price up more than 50 per cent since the beginning of the year.

Another Policy Rate Cut This Year Unlikely Despite 9.4% Inflation, Economist Warns

The achievement has sparked fresh optimism within Ghana’s business community that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) might deliver another rate cut to further reduce borrowing costs.

Andre de Ruyter’s warning about South Africa

He told Roodt that under the Democratic Party Presidents, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden, the United States showed great loyalty towards the ANC.

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