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How much you would have if you invested R10,000 in Absa, Capitec, Nedbank, and Investec in 2015

This forced the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) to increase interest rates dramatically in a bid to reduce inflation.

Nedbank Group Reports Strong Earnings Growth for 2024

Looking ahead, Nedbank Group remains cautiously optimistic about the South African economic environment

Commercial Bank of Ethiopia Revises Loan Interest Rates

The CBE has indicated that the interest rate adjustments are part of ongoing efforts to optimize credit accessibility while maintaining financial sustainability.

Ghana’s top 4 banks maintain strong Tier 1 capital positions

Their ability to navigate currency fluctuations and macroeconomic challenges have been critical in sustaining confidence in the financial sector.

All commercial banks are now integrated for Form ‘M’ openings — Customs

This collaboration aims to streamline trade documentation processes, enhance revenue collection, and improve overall efficiency in trade-related transactions.

The Ecobank Group expands its gender-financing offer to facilitate access to financing for Africa’s women entrepreneurs

These improvements strengthen Ecobank’s commitment to women-owned, women-led, and women-focused businesses, while reinforcing its market competitiveness.

Nedbank as you know it is changing

Nedbank CEO Jason Quinn said that the operating environment in South Africa remained challenging in 2024

Major bank in South Africa ‘discontinued’

The remaining Financial Services short-term insurance businesses were transferred to the group’s Automotive segment.

Fidelity Bank Wins Excellence in SME Banking Award at 2025 Innovation & Excellence Awards

At the heart of Fidelity Bank’s success is its comprehensive approach to supporting SMEs.

Unity Bank Records N59.36bn Gross Earning, N472.5bn Total Assets

In its audited financials submitted to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), Unity Bank also witnessed improvements across key performance indicators

Major retailer closing stores in South Africa

The group described the trading environment as “challenging”, noting lower sales due to constrained consumer spending in all regions.

All bank accounts and mobile wallets within Africa should be interoperable — Experts

Financial institutions are often required to obtain licenses in each African country where they operate and store customer data locally—an impractical requirement for most businesses.

FNB fraud warning

Although the bank has seen a slight decline in reported fraud cases, the risk remains high as fraudsters continue to adapt to new technologies.

Nigeria’s W’Bank debt may hit $9.2bn as FG eyes six loans

Among the projects approved that year was the Nigeria Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-up Project

RealPay Drives Digitised Payments Across Africa with Expanded Partnerships

Through these far-reaching partnerships, RealPay continues to advance its mission of delivering reliable, secure, and accessible financial services to companies and consumers alike.

Absa set to empower SMEs through business clinics

The sessions bring together experienced business leaders to share insights and recommendations that address common challenges in the SME sector.

Banking on debt: The ripple effects of short-term debt auctions

The crowding-out effect is a double-edged sword for the business community.

Mauritius Commercial Bank CEO Thierry Hebraud: ‘Africa’s financial sector is at an inflection point’

On the other hand, the financial sector would remain a key driver of growth, with banks pursuing their diversification strategy while contributing to ongoing efforts to uphold the competitiveness of the Mauritius IFC.

Ecobank Hits Record High as Investors Sentiments Improve

Analysts maintain positive outlook on Ecobank group on the back of its earnings diversification and robust balance sheet quality.

Keystone Bank: Story of Resilience, Reinvention, Growth

As Keystone Bank continues to flourish, customers and shareholders alike can rest assured that the bank remains safe, healthy, strong, and resilient.

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