Managers of Wealth Africa

Revenue gaps and elevated debt service

This fiscal deficit is the lowest quarterly deficit in recent years and compares favourably with NGN2.7trn and NGN1.6trn registered for Q2 ‘25 and Q3 ’24, respectively.

Money pumping back into South Africa

Fixed income also remained attractive for foreign investors in 2025, with net foreign inflows into South African bonds standing at R122 billion.

Nigeria–UAE non-oil trade hits $5b as first Abu Dhabi bank opens in Lagos

The UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, Salem Saeed Al-Shamsi, disclosed the figures during a visit to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, in Abuja, where both sides reviewed the state of bilateral relations and ongoing economic coo

XM South Africa Awarded “Most Trusted Broker” at Finance Magnates Africa Summit

In an industry where trust and consistency remain essential, this award reflects XM’s continued focus on delivering a seamless trading experience to over 20 million clients worldwide.

Expert urges new strategies to bridge insurance gap

Osoka made the call during a press conference in Lagos, marking the official kick-off of the 2026 edition of the awards, themed ‘#TheReemergence’.

Gold falls to two-month low, sells below N200,000 per gram

A spot gram is currently trading just below N200,000 in the Nigerian gold market.

Access Bank Ghana Partners Deloitte to Equip Women Entrepreneurs with Financial Tools for Growth

The workshop convened a diverse group of women business owners who are clients of the bank, offering a dynamic platform for expert-led learning, peer exchange, and frank discussion on the challenges of growing a business in today's competitive enviro

African Leaders Seek New Ways to Finance Infrastructure

They described infrastructure as critical for economic growth, competitiveness, regional integration, and job creation.

Civil society calls for clearer direction on food system financing as Africa Development Bank ...

Calls grow for agricultural investments that strengthen resilient, community-led and sustainable food systems across Africa

Foreign Exchange Shortage Is Suffocating Companies, CIP Warns

The report also estimates that the economic effects extend to households, pointing to around 75,000 people indirectly affected, considering the average size of Mozambican families.

Nigeria’s FTSE Russell return could trigger fresh foreign inflows — Griffin Capital CEO

Obaniyi stated this during a press briefing to announce the official market entry of Griffin Capital as a fully integrated financial services group.

Ghana’s economic activity strengthens, but business confidence eases to 12.6% – BoG

This marks a sharp rise from the 2.3% growth recorded during the same period in 2025.

Banking sector records significant growth in 2025 …assets soars to GH¢647.25bn

This is equivalent to 45.1 per cent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

Standard Bank Warns Foreign Currency Shortage Continues to Constrain Economy

Despite this, the economist believes the national economy remains vulnerable due to insufficient availability of foreign currency to meet market needs.

Cedi depreciates by 8.4% against dollar in interbank market

This is compared with GH¢10.28 during the same period in 2025.

Egypt, World Bank develop innovative financing model for infrastructure projects

Rostom affirmed that Egypt is pursuing a comprehensive development vision aimed at promoting sustainable growth, improving the investment climate, and expanding private sector participation.

International Banker 2026 Africa & North Africa Awards Winners

This approach has since been reinforced through a series of new rules targeting board conduct and accountability.

Money flooding back into South Africa

While it initially caused a flight to safety away from the sector, the last month has seen investors return to growth-oriented assets.

AfDB approves $200m for BoI to support MSMEs

This approval was disclosed in a statement published on the bank’s website, highlighting the bank’s continued support for Nigeria’s industrialisation and private sector development agenda.

Aliko Dangote: African Energy Person of the Year 2026

This is a fitting honor for the Nigerian businessman and industrialist who has invested billions in Africa to strengthen energy security, build infrastructure, create jobs, reduce import dependence, support regional development, and promote African-led so

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