09/01/2021
Taper welcomed by risky emerging bonds with world-beating rally
A possible decrease in local coronavirus infections may see more inflows in emerging-market debt, which still looks ‘under-owned,’ Leow said.
Alternative Investments
09/01/2021
Mozambique Approves Investment Projects Worth US$753 Million
According to Nyusi, the figures “indicate good levels of attractiveness of Mozambique as an investment destination, despite the obstacles raised by the pandemic.
08/30/2021
Massive Increase in M&A Deal Value in Sub-Saharan Africa in the First Half of 2021
Last year was a relatively difficult year for investors in Africa, with considerable uncertainty. Pandemic impacts had a limiting effect on numerous sectors and many deals had to be postponed as a result.
08/30/2021
NCBA, Stanbic, Co-op bag Sh31 billion pension deal
All top banks officially registered as custodians of pension funds had tabled applications for the contract.
08/27/2021
Businesses needed funding, and Retail Capital saw an opportunity as banks turned their backs
One of the qualifying requirements of the loan guarantee scheme was that businesses that apply must have been in good standing with their banks at end-February 2020.
08/27/2021
Singaporean Businesses in Africa Double in Last Five Years
According to the Chairman, ESG, Mr Peter Ong, “In Singapore, COVID-19 reminded us of the limitations of our small domestic market and underscored the importance of building businesses beyond our shores.
08/26/2021
Explainer | How SA's economy became R550bn bigger in a single day
This is the result of an overhaul of the way it calculates the gross domestic product, which measures all the activity in an economy in a single year.
08/26/2021
How Mauritius can help realise the collective dream for sustainable growth
The dream or vision of that future is positively informed by an increasing appetite for and focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues by the government and businesses in Mauritius.
08/26/2021
The outlook for SA fixed income: With all the risks, is there value?
‘From an investment perspective the bond market, while it’s not the best it has been over the last year, is certainly better than it’s been over the past decade’: Peter Kent – co-head of SA & Africa Fixed Income, Ninety O
08/25/2021
Pay Salaries/Pensions – Entrepreneurial strategy
Most political figures want to accumulate money as ‘Salaries And Perks ‘-SAP and ‘Life Perks and Pensions’ and also for cronies, political hangers-on.
08/24/2021
Austen Morris co-founder seals Mauritius adviser firm deal
They are the perfect institution to take over, and I have no doubt that each client will benefit enormously from their professionalism and global expertise.
08/23/2021
Export of Gold and Gems to be Subject to Certificate of Origin in Mozambique
The introduction of the certificate seeks to conform the transactions of this type of national products with international practices.
08/23/2021
IFC, Rwanda Capital Markets Authority and Central Bank Join Forces to Boost Access to Long-Term Finance for Small Businesses
Liquid, diverse and well-regulated local capital markets are an essential source of local-currency financing for the government, financial sector participants, and end users such as small businesses.
08/20/2021
HSBC successfully lands complex deal for customer to raise MUR 5bn on the market
Proceeds from the transaction were used to repay FTPT’s existing loan facility from HSBC, and to provide funding for its ongoing operations.
08/19/2021
Highlights of the Q2 earnings season - FBNQuest Capital
On average, the non-financials reported a positive revenue surprise of c.+15%
08/19/2021
First Islamic Bond Is Oversubscribed
The company issued the bond to grow its loan portfolio under sharia principles.
08/19/2021
Investec targets ‘billions of dollars’ for new ESG-themed fund
Investec’s new Global Sustainable Equity fund will prioritise investment in companies aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals
08/18/2021
Old Mutual prepares as Covid-19 claims worse than expected
The company has increased its Covid-19 provision by ZAR2 billion, at June 30, "to take into account the emerging expectations of wave 3 and 4 as well as potential future waves".
08/17/2021
Zimbabwe May Tap Private Creditors to Pay Evicted White Farmers
State agreed to pay $3.5 billion compensation for seized land
08/17/2021
CITITRUST Wins Global Banking & Finance Awards
The firm was also recorgnise for its strong corporate governance, innovative financial solutions, first-class investment services, and highly skilled financial advisors.