Managers of Wealth Africa

Mercer's 2021 Cost of Living city ranking

Compared to last year, Tokyo and Zurich each dropped one spot to fourth and fifth positions, respectively.

Europe dominates, China rises, and the US remains stable in 2021 World Competitiveness Ranking

Western European countries lead in the 2021 rankings, reflecting the resilience of economies in the face of the global COVID-19 health crisis.

Succession: Transferring your wealth to the next generation

Succession planning should take place holistically and with a view of your entire estate – both local and offshore – to ensure that no conflicts, confusion, or omissions occur.

Unity Bank Urges NYSC Members to Embrace Entrepreneurship

In Ogun, Olisa Sofia, Chiamaka Goldleen and Ifeanyi Onoh emerged winners to claim the cash prizes.

Wealth Migrate: expert advice from Scott Picken on offshore investments

Picken believes there are three main factors you must consider when investing offshore

SS&C Intralinks Sees Steady Increase in Global Mergers & Acquisitions Activity in Q3 2021

Continuing the positive trend, the amount of announced global M&A volume is expected to grow by greater than 10% in Q3 compared to the same period last year

Is the concept of wealth management just for the rich?

Proper wealth management is the key to creating generational wealth and securing a legacy for your family.

Learning the secrets of wealth management

First Bank Nigeria Limited Chairman Mrs. Ibukun Awosika tutored women entrepreneurs on what makes entrepreneurs tick in today’s digital age.

BMO refocuses Wealth Management business for North American growth, announces sale of EMEA Asset Management business

As part of the transaction, BMO and Columbia Threadneedle will also establish a strategic relationship to offer BMO's North American Wealth Management clients opportunities

Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report 2021: Key Findings

Julius Baer’s Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report 2021 explores the evolving world of high-end consumption.

Labuan IBFC: The Fastest Growing Captive Insurance Centre in Asia and MENA

The report also indicated that although global captive numbers fell slightly in 2020, there was a surge in captive cell formations, which provides an efficient and convenient alternative to single parent captive structures.

Old Mutual finding its mojo

In June we put aside a short-term provision, and we were clear that it was short term, intended to provide for the balance of 2020’s mortality experience.

Sanlam posts Sh78m loss on higher claims

The higher claims pushed the insurer from the Sh114.4 million net profit it had posted in the previous financial year.

Assets under StanChart wealth management unit hit Sh129bn

Clients signed up to the service are allowed to borrow business loans using their investments as collateral.

The Mauritius foundation: charitable giving built on strong foundations

A tax efficient method to achieve philanthropic goals: An attractive feature of the Mauritius foundation is that it is automatically exempt from tax

Schroders recognised for exceptional offshore equity fund in the South Africa 2021 Morningstar Awards

The Morningstar Awards are designed to help investors around the world identify the year's most exceptional funds and fund managers.

Standard Chartered: We’ve partnered with BlackRock’s Aladdin platform

Standard Chartered can now offer a consistent and coherent front-to-back experience through BlackRock’s Aladdin Provider Network

Standard Bank to partner with Northern Trust to offer transition management services across Southern Africa

“This partnership agreement expands Standard Bank’s longstanding relationship with Northern Trust,” says Charl Bruyns, Head of Investor Services and Financial Institutions at Standard Bank Group.

Top 15 richest presidents in Africa 2021

Their families are elite and almost always have links when the first governments were formed when African countries gained independence.

The Forbes Billionaires’ List: Africa’s Richest People 2021

While some got richer by the billions, two from the 2020 list of Africa’s richest dropped below the $1 billion mark.

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