Managers of Wealth - Africa https://africa.managersofwealth.com/ Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:38:09 GMT part of MediaG8way Group https://africa.managersofwealth.com/ https://africa.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Africa KohanaPHP Nedbank Private Wealth named Best Private Bank in Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39535/nedbank-private-wealth-named-best-private-bank-in-africa Our role is not just to manage wealth, but to be a trusted partner in helping clients grow, protect and pass on their wealth to future generations Wealth and Asset Management Major shift for South Africa’s most exclusive bank News Aggregation Team Friday, November 08, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39517/major-shift-for-south-africaamprsquos-most-exclusive-bank The firm’s new offering will include person-to-business and business-to-person payment services. Wealth and Asset Management Banking and advice integration attracts high-income clients for Standard Bank Private News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 06, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39497/banking-and-advice-integration-attracts-high-income-clients-for-standard-bank-private Standard Bank’s consumer research show that over and above personalized banking service, private banking clients are turning to their bankers for advice Wealth and Asset Management Even wealthy South Africans are living paycheque to paycheque News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 23, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39415/even-wealthy-south-africans-are-living-paycheque-to-paycheque This means that nearly half of their clients who earn a salary are left either in overdraft or with less than R1,000 in their account by the time payday arrives. Wealth and Asset Management How rich South Africans are protecting their money News Aggregation Team Monday, October 21, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39404/how-rich-south-africans-are-protecting-their-money This global mobility allows them to protect their assets in stronger currencies and ensure access to international markets. Wealth and Asset Management Northern Trust AM to Grow Fixed Income in EMEA News Team Tuesday, October 08, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39323/northern-trust-am-to-grow-fixed-income-in-emea As a result, in April this year Northern Trust Asset Management announced that Christian Roth has been hired as chief investment officer of global fixed income. Wealth and Asset Management Dark clouds for remote workers and offshore investors in South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 02, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39296/dark-clouds-for-remote-workers-and-offshore-investors-in-south-africa South Africa is no exception, having introduced a remote work visa in May this year. Wealth and Asset Management Old Mutual Bank to launch in 2025, hopes for profitability after two years News Aggregation Team Friday, September 27, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39271/old-mutual-bank-to-launch-in-2025-hopes-for-profitability-after-two-years The insurer has a transactional account with about 500,000 users, says CEO Wealth and Asset Management The 6 men who earned R266 million a day in 2024 News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 26, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39265/the-6-men-who-earned-r266-million-a-day-in-2024 Rupert’s net worth of $10.3 billion (R179 billion) is thanks to his wide array of investments. Wealth and Asset Management Where the super rich are investing their money News Aggregation Team Monday, September 23, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39241/where-the-super-rich-are-investing-their-money Real estate was king for 15 years because many members created their wealth in the real estate arena. Wealth and Asset Management Neuberger Berman adds to Middle East and North Africa capabilities with Khalid Albdah joining News Team Thursday, November 14, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39550/neuberger-berman-adds-to-middle-east-and-north-africa-capabilities-with-khalid-albdah-joining Khalid will lead the firm’s strategic development across client coverage, operations, and investments in the region Executive Moves Standard Chartered appoints Cynthia Lumor as independent non-executive director News Aggregation Team Monday, November 11, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39524/standard-chartered-appoints-cynthia-lumor-as-independent-non-executive-director She is currently the Deputy Managing Director of Tullow Ghana Limited Executive Moves Nigeria: Governer appoints new DG for infrastructure development, maintenance agency News Aggregation Team Monday, November 11, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39525/nigeria-governer-appoints-new-dg-for-infrastructure-development-maintenance-agency Bala Mohammed expressed confidence in Engr. Mai’auduga’s ability to leverage the qualities of sincerity, hard work, dedication, and his extensive experience Executive Moves Heritage Insurance Kenya Appoints New Managing Director News Aggregation Team Monday, November 11, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39526/heritage-insurance-kenya-appoints-new-managing-director She steps into the position with a wealth of industry knowledge and leadership expertise that is expected to position Heritage Insurance for continued growth and innovation. Executive Moves Sanlam Investments Multi-Manager appoints new head of hedge funds News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 29, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39446/sanlam-investments-multi-manager-appoints-new-head-of-hedge-funds Lethu Zulu takes responsibility for six hedge funds with assets under management of R7bn. Executive Moves Prominent Fintech Firm Welcomes New Chief Executive Officer News Aggregation Team Monday, October 28, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39437/prominent-fintech-firm-welcomes-new-chief-executive-officer Owning a portfolio that includes some of the top financial firms in the nation. Executive Moves South Africa appoints Olver deputy chair of climate commission News Aggregation Team Monday, October 28, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39443/south-africa-appoints-olver-deputy-chair-of-climate-commission Olver has been the body’s executive director since is inception almost four years ago and will replace Valli Moosa, who retired earlier this year. Executive Moves Afstor Oy Strengthens Leadership for Renewable Solutions News Aggregation Team Friday, October 25, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39434/afstor-oy-strengthens-leadership-for-renewable-solutions This leadership shift is critical for the corporation as it prepares to handle severe environmental and socioeconomic concerns in key markets. Executive Moves Eskom appoints 4 new executives News Aggregation Team Friday, October 18, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39389/eskom-appoints-4-new-executives Eskom Group CEO Dan Marokane said the appointments are the first four of seven new executives at the company Executive Moves ARM Holding Company Celebrates the Retirement of Chairman Mr. Felix Ohiwerei and Welcomes Mr. Deji Alli as New Chairman News Aggregation Team Friday, October 18, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39391/arm-holding-company-celebrates-the-retirement-of-chairman-mr-felix-ohiwerei-and-welcomes-mr-deji-alli-as-new-chairman Under his guidance, ARM expanded its portfolio and solidified its position as a leading force in Nigeria’s financial services industry. Executive Moves Dentons South Africa recognized by Best Lawyers 2025 News Team Friday, November 15, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39552/dentons-south-africa-recognized-by-best-lawyers-2025 Best Lawyers in South Africa 2025 Legal New Anti-Corruption Commission provided for in South African Bill News Team Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39537/new-anti-corruption-commission-provided-for-in-south-african-bill In recent years, South Africa has been gripped by corruption scandals. Legal Warning over deadly new fraud trend emerging in South Africa News Aggregation Team Monday, November 11, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39522/warning-over-deadly-new-fraud-trend-emerging-in-south-africa Out of the 4,130 insurance fraud cases reported for 2023, 14 cases related to the involvement of a beneficiary in the insured’s death. Legal Firm Petitions Cardoso, Threatens to Sue Ecobank Over Alleged Intellectual Property Theft, Unethical Practice News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 06, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39501/firm-petitions-cardoso-threatens-to-sue-ecobank-over-alleged-intellectual-property-theft-unethical-practice The agreement was reached after the bank’s acceptance of the proposal from the Essential Media Group. Legal WesBank customer’s 20-year quest for justice is now before the ConCourt News Aggregation Team Monday, October 28, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39441/wesbank-customeramprsquos-20-year-quest-for-justice-is-now-before-the-concourt Mzukisi Ndara bought a used car but was charged for a new one, as well as extras he did not want. Legal Dentons expands in Africa with offerings in Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Ethiopia and Senegal News Team Friday, October 18, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39388/dentons-expands-in-africa-with-offerings-in-cameroon-democratic-republic-of-congo-drc-ethiopia-and-senegal We are delighted to be adding expertise in Cameroon, DRC, Ethiopia and Senegal. Legal Tactical reviews of arbitral awards could undermine South Africa as a seat of arbitration News Team Tuesday, September 24, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39246/tactical-reviews-of-arbitral-awards-could-undermine-south-africa-as-a-seat-of-arbitration A potential option for the courts is to order harsher costs orders against parties who pursue frivolous review applications for tactical purposes Legal Litigation claims against six banks near N2tn News Aggregation Team Tuesday, September 24, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39252/litigation-claims-against-six-banks-near-n2tn The bank, however, stated in its financial report that while it is contesting the cases, the likelihood of material losses from these claims is minimal. Legal Insider cyber-heist allegedly cost South African company R180 million News Aggregation Team Monday, August 12, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39005/insider-cyber-heist-allegedly-cost-south-african-company-r180-million Kurtz has already approached the court for leave to appeal. Legal How First Bank sacks 120 staff, freezes personal accounts over N40bn fraud, negligence News Aggregation Team Monday, August 12, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39009/how-first-bank-sacks-120-staff-freezes-personal-accounts-over-n40bn-fraud-negligence The Management team of First Bank Limited believed that it was impossible for a racket of that scale and timeline to have been executed without the knowledge of Adeyinka’s superiors. Legal South Africa takes first steps towards AI regulation News Team Friday, November 15, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39553/south-africa-takes-first-steps-towards-ai-regulation The framework states that an AI policy would “serve as the foundational basis for creating AI regulations and potentially an AI Act in South Africa”. FinTech How Nigeria, South Africa are leading Africa’s crypto charge News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39528/how-nigeria-south-africa-are-leading-africaamprsquos-crypto-charge Crypto is reshaping the continent’s financial landscape, with Nigeria maintaining its position as a global leader. FinTech Reserve Bank’s big move to go cashless in South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39533/reserve-bankamprsquos-big-move-to-go-cashless-in-south-africa Growing rapidly with more than 1 million transactions per day, PayShap enables more accessible, convenient and secure payments for everyday transactions. FinTech Akuna Wallet Unlocks the Digital Economy for African Creatives News Aggregation Team Monday, November 11, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39519/akuna-wallet-unlocks-the-digital-economy-for-african-creatives Working closely with local regulators, Akuna Wallet alleviates one of the biggest obstacles facing Ghanaian creators when exporting their work internationally. FinTech Zenith Bank completes IT infrastructure migration News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 07, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39506/zenith-bank-completes-it-infrastructure-migration Adaora also expressed gratitude to customers for their patience during the migration FinTech Strong growth for South African software development company Codehesion News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 06, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39496/strong-growth-for-south-african-software-development-company-codehesion Codehesion is an award-winning South African software development company that produces world-class work for its clients. FinTech National Bank of Ethiopia Unveils Interbank Market Platform to Boost Liquidity for Banks News Aggregation Team Friday, November 01, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39478/national-bank-of-ethiopia-unveils-interbank-market-platform-to-boost-liquidity-for-banks The newly introduced Interbank Money Market platform provides an efficient and transparent marketplace, enabling banks to address liquidity needs by engaging in short-term transactions. FinTech Francophone Africa moves to embrace Google Workspace News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 30, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39456/francophone-africa-moves-to-embrace-google-workspace Kombat notes that there are several benefits to procuring Google Workspace through the Digicloud Africa Google partner network FinTech Warning over scams on the rise in South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 30, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39457/warning-over-scams-on-the-rise-in-south-africa Recently, Momentum’s Cyber Security Team warned that scammers are on the rise FinTech NCDMB invests in R&D to promote innovation News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 30, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39460/ncdmb-invests-in-rampampd-to-promote-innovation It noted that one example was Amal Technology, which manufactured gas leak detection devices and printed circuit boards in Abuja. FinTech Access Bank Relaunches Dutch Desk to Boost Nigeria-Netherlands Trade News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39580/access-bank-relaunches-dutch-desk-to-boost-nigeria-netherlands-trade Also, as part of expanding opportunities for Dutch entrepreneurs, Access Bank and Invest International have signed a memorandum of understanding to relaunch a new financing facility. Retail Banking Access Bank acquires majority stake in Mauritian AfrAsia Bank News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39581/access-bank-acquires-majority-stake-in-mauritian-afrasia-bank Access Bank is expanding from its Nigerian base across the continent Retail Banking Criminal ATM tactics making a comeback in South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39567/criminal-atm-tactics-making-a-comeback-in-south-africa Discovery Bank also cautioned against the ongoing rise of money mule schemes, where individuals are recruited to open bank accounts for criminal use. Retail Banking Co-op Bank Q3 Profit: Soaring Eagle Strategy Delivers Double-Digit Growth News Aggregation Team Monday, November 18, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39561/co-op-bank-q3-profit-soaring-eagle-strategy-delivers-double-digit-growth The group reported “excellent efficiency gains” from the various initiatives to record a Cost-to-Income Ratio of 45.8% in Q32024, from 59% in FY2014 when it kicked off the growth and efficiency journey. Retail Banking Ecobank wins Deutsche Bank award News Aggregation Team Monday, November 18, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39562/ecobank-wins-deutsche-bank-award Their processing of Straight Through Processing transactions is a prime example, as Ecobank achieved an STP rate above 99 per cent Retail Banking Access Bank UK expands footprint with Hong Kong branch News Aggregation Team Friday, November 15, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39551/access-bank-uk-expands-footprint-with-hong-kong-branch The launch of the Hong Kong branch establishes Access Bank UK Retail Banking Wema Bank wins multiple awards News Aggregation Team Friday, November 15, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39557/wema-bank-wins-multiple-awards The Global Retail Banking Innovation Awards celebrate institutions that are reshaping the financial services landscape through impactful innovations and customer-centric approaches. Retail Banking Standard Bank partners with Volante Technologies to revolutionise payments modernisation across Africa News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 14, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39548/standard-bank-partners-with-volante-technologies-to-revolutionise-payments-modernisation-across-africa This enables Standard Bank to take a big step forward towards achieving their broader, long-term transformation strategy. Retail Banking Ecobank teams up with Nium to enable cross-border payments across 35 African markets News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39527/ecobank-teams-up-with-nium-to-enable-cross-border-payments-across-35-african-markets Nium says that Ecobank will be able to “exchange its existing SwiftMT and ISO20022 messages” to initiate payments on the fintech’s real-time platform. Retail Banking Agona Rural Bank makes giant performance in 2023 financial year News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39534/agona-rural-bank-makes-giant-performance-in-2023-financial-year Customers’ deposits also experienced significant growth from GH¢18,132,384.00 in 2022 to against GH¢23,009,708.00 in 2023 in the year under review. Retail Banking FBNQuest Asset Management Wins BAFI Award Excellence News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39575/fbnquest-asset-management-wins-bafi-award-excellence The award ceremony, celebrated the outstanding achievements of financial institutions across Nigeria, highlighting those that have demonstrated innovation, excellence, and unwavering commitment to quality service. Investment Banking HSBC leads as MENA’s top earner in investment banking fees News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 22, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39412/hsbc-leads-as-menaamprsquos-top-earner-in-investment-banking-fees HSBC was followed by Standard Chartered ($56.5 million) and First Abu Dhabi Bank ($56 million) in the league tables Investment Banking HSBC mulls South African exit as European banks pull back News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 09, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39336/hsbc-mulls-south-african-exit-as-european-banks-pull-back The lender has roots in Asia and has pledged to simplify its global structure, amid a general European retreat from Africa's banking sector. Investment Banking JPMorgan Aims to Expand in Africa and Scandinavia News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 19, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39223/jpmorgan-aims-to-expand-in-africa-and-scandinavia And a report Wednesday from Reuters notes that CEO Jamie Dimon plans to travel to Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and Ivory Coast next month to boost the bank’s expansion in Africa. Investment Banking African Development Bank At 60: “Today, as in the past, you are part of Africa’s transformation” - Akinwumi Adesina heralds commitment shown by Bank staff in building its thrilling history News Team Tuesday, September 10, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39170/african-development-bank-at-60-ampldquotoday-as-in-the-past-you-are-part-of-africaamprsquos-transformationamprdquo-akinwumi-adesina-heralds-commitment-shown-by-bank-staff-in-building-its-thrilling-history The Bank’s entire ecosystem plays a part in each project. Investment Banking Banks get R80m in fees as Pick n Pay raises R4bn News Aggregation Team Tuesday, August 06, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/38973/banks-get-r80m-in-fees-as-pick-n-pay-raises-r4bn Ackerman Investment Holdings subscribes for 64m ‘rights offer shares’ at a total value of more than R1bn. Investment Banking ECOWAS Bank commits to inject $200m into Ghanaian economy News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 15, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/38506/ecowas-bank-commits-to-inject-200m-into-ghanaian-economy It noted that the agreement epitomises EBID’s unwavering dedication to fostering economic growth Investment Banking President William Ruto Advocates for $25 Billion Replenishment of African Development Fund, Highlights Impact on Kenya’s Development News Team Wednesday, May 15, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/38507/president-william-ruto-advocates-for-25-billion-replenishment-of-african-development-fund-highlights-impact-on-kenyaamprsquos-development African Development Bank’s Adesina reiterates commitment to invest more in Kenya. Investment Banking Société Générale Leaves Ghana News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 07, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/38457/sociampeacutetampeacute-gampeacutenampeacuterale-leaves-ghana The action comes just a week after Société Générale signed deals with Saham Group to sell its Moroccan assets. Investment Banking “World Bank is Creditor of 29% of Mozambique’s External Debt” – Report News Aggregation Team Wednesday, April 24, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/38406/ampldquoworld-bank-is-creditor-of-29-of-mozambiqueamprsquos-external-debtamprdquo-ampndash-report It appears to be maintaining a stabilisation trend, not least because the stock has not returned to the comparatively high levels of 2021 Investment Banking Ambitious budget plan amidst significant risks News Team Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39574/ambitious-budget-plan-amidst-significant-risks The budget anticipates net revenue accruable to the Federation Account of NGN58.8trn Alternative Investments FirstBank hosts inaugural China-Africa interbank forum News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39576/firstbank-hosts-inaugural-china-africa-interbank-forum This initiative was driven by the need to address the funding gap in Africa for industrialisation, infrastructure, and poverty alleviation. Alternative Investments It doesn’t look good for the NHI in South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39577/it-doesnamprsquot-look-good-for-the-nhi-in-south-africa The worst performing province, which achieved an average rate of compliance of 15.89%, is the Northern Cape Alternative Investments Wema Bank Empowers over 40 SMEs for Global Success News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39578/wema-bank-empowers-over-40-smes-for-global-success Participants gained a comprehensive understanding of the export process, including the financial needs of exporters, global buyer expectations, and identifying potential international buyers. Alternative Investments R26,000 hit for some pension fund members in South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39579/r26000-hit-for-some-pension-fund-members-in-south-africa Minister Godongwana revealed that as of 31 March 2024, only 108 of the country’s 257 municipalities were compliant with pension fund payments. Alternative Investments WAICA Re launches AFIN Bank UK News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39566/waica-re-launches-afin-bank-uk New £23.5 million venture bridges African expertise with international markets Alternative Investments Unrelenting rise in domestic debt News Team Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39568/unrelenting-rise-in-domestic-debt This implies increases of 9% q/q and 39% y/y. Alternative Investments External debt surges on naira volatility News Team Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39570/external-debt-surges-on-naira-volatility Regarding composition, the Federal Government of Nigeria is responsible for approximately 89% of the country's total external debt. Alternative Investments FX Shortages Drags Financial Score News Team Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39571/fx-shortages-drags-financial-score The current level of the FX reserves is close to the highest it has been since December 2021 Alternative Investments Afreximbank delivers strong financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2024 News Team Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39572/afreximbank-delivers-strong-financial-results-for-the-nine-months-ended-30-september-2024 The Group’s profitability for the nine-month reporting period met expectations and showed significant improvement over the previous year, underscoring its resilience and operational efficiency. Alternative Investments Savings under pressure in South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39573/savings-under-pressure-in-south-africa The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) agreed with the taxman and ruled that the asset manager should pay nearly R800 million in taxes owed. Comment, Analysis & Research South Africa going from zero to hero News Aggregation Team Monday, November 18, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39563/south-africa-going-from-zero-to-hero S&P said that the government of national unity (GNU) can make a marked different though, especially if its planned acceleration of economic reforms can be delivered. Comment, Analysis & Research South African banks shrinking branches News Aggregation Team Monday, November 18, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39564/south-african-banks-shrinking-branches Apart from meeting increased usage of digital channels to conduct transactions, these banks have also looked to reduce their operating costs and increase their capital efficiency. Comment, Analysis & Research Why wage inequality matters News Aggregation Team Friday, November 15, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39555/why-wage-inequality-matters New legislation empowers shareholders to limit outrageous CEO remuneration. Comment, Analysis & Research Alarming trend emerging for South Africans who earn more than R35,000 per month News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39539/alarming-trend-emerging-for-south-africans-who-earn-more-than-r35000-per-month Consumers applying for debt counselling in this period allocated an alarming 66% of their take-home pay to servicing debt. Comment, Analysis & Research Big turn for unemployment in South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39541/big-turn-for-unemployment-in-south-africa This led to 214,000 in the not economically active population to 16.5 million. Comment, Analysis & Research Why South Africa is the most expensive country for international money transfers News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39531/why-south-africa-is-the-most-expensive-country-for-international-money-transfers Given the relative weakness of the rand against other major currencies, such high costs mean that South African individuals and businesses are doubly penalised. Comment, Analysis & Research Work hour shock for South Africa News Aggregation Team Monday, November 11, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39520/work-hour-shock-for-south-africa This is according to data visualised in the latest Nedbank Pulse, which examines which country’s workers produce the most GDP per hour worked. Comment, Analysis & Research Regency Alliance Insurance Announces N6.017 bn Premium News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 07, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39510/regency-alliance-insurance-announces-n6017-bn-premium The company, said its insurance revenue surged to N6.083 billion, showing 21.11 percent growth and an increase of N1.060 billion compared to the previous year. Comment, Analysis & Research The implications of a higher CoHD News Team Tuesday, November 05, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39489/the-implications-of-a-higher-cohd Consequently, the World Bank has urged the Nigerian government to increase funding for nutrition programmes, highlighting the potential for significant economic returns. Comment, Analysis & Research R36 billion ‘gift’ to taxpayers from SARS News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 19, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39569/r36-billion-amplsquogiftamprsquo-to-taxpayers-from-sars When read in conjunction with the laundry list of potential criminal convictions in the tax acts, even the smallest of mistakes may cost taxpayers dearly. Tax Make tax free for small-scale businesses to increase national productivity in Nigeria News Aggregation Team Monday, November 18, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39565/make-tax-free-for-small-scale-businesses-to-increase-national-productivity-in-nigeria If the government provides tax relief for them, employers will be more likely to hire, and discipline will follow. Tax SA proposes carbon tax changes to increase offsets News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 14, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39544/sa-proposes-carbon-tax-changes-to-increase-offsets The public has until 13 December to comment on the proposals. Tax SARS takes aim at PAYE in South Africa News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 14, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39545/sars-takes-aim-at-paye-in-south-africa Employers are now being urged to carefully assess their PAYE practices to confirm compliance with tax regulations. Tax Alarm bells over wealth tax in South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39542/alarm-bells-over-wealth-tax-in-south-africa Based on these findings, a decision will be made. Tax Global tax rises leave no one behind, including South Africa News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39543/global-tax-rises-leave-no-one-behind-including-south-africa Don’t be fooled by the country’s seemingly low taxes; they’ve gained at a brisk pace as a percentage of economic output. Tax The end of medical aid tax credits and new wealth taxes on the cards for South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39532/the-end-of-medical-aid-tax-credits-and-new-wealth-taxes-on-the-cards-for-south-africa The review of tax incentives, following the advice of the Davis Tax Committee, has led to a number of incentives being discontinued Tax Tax bills not threat to revenue-collecting agencies – FIRS News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 07, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39504/tax-bills-not-threat-to-revenue-collecting-agencies-ampndash-firs The Federal Government is repositioning its fiscal outlook to be able to meet the funding requirements of all agencies. Tax Taxpayer trust in Sars stagnates News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 06, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39499/taxpayer-trust-in-sars-stagnates More trust needed to improve tax compliance. Tax Standardised global tax for the super-wealthy mooted News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 31, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39469/standardised-global-tax-for-the-super-wealthy-mooted How to raise R4.4trn a year? Tax the world’s billionaires, IFA congress in Cape Town, its first on African soil, hears. Tax What to expect for interest rates in South Africa next week News Aggregation Team Friday, November 15, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39554/what-to-expect-for-interest-rates-in-south-africa-next-week Economists are largely in agreement that the MPC will cut rates by another 25 basis points, continuing the slow rate-cutting cycle that started in September. Regulation,Tax & Compliance The rand takes a beating News Aggregation Team Friday, November 15, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39556/the-rand-takes-a-beating The rand is also vulnerable from other angles. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Strike warning for South Africa, and tensions rise over SABC bill withdrawal News Aggregation Team Thursday, November 14, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39546/strike-warning-for-south-africa-and-tensions-rise-over-sabc-bill-withdrawal This disagreement signals another potential conflict between the ANC and DA within the Government of National Unity (GNU), namely the ANC and the DA. Regulation,Tax & Compliance African Development Bank Launches Project to Empower Vulnerable Youth and Women in The Gambia News Team Thursday, November 14, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39549/african-development-bank-launches-project-to-empower-vulnerable-youth-and-women-in-the-gambia The project will also provide the beneficiaries with access to health services by rehabilitating and equipping health facilities as well as set up services designed to promote emotional and social resilience. Regulation,Tax & Compliance How energy projects can navigate land use laws in South Africa News Team Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39536/how-energy-projects-can-navigate-land-use-laws-in-south-africa These land use considerations and the risk of conflicting rights and uses are vital for the development of energy projects. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Bank of Ghana suspends CBG’s foreign exchange trading license News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39538/bank-of-ghana-suspends-cbgamprsquos-foreign-exchange-trading-license It attributed the decision to some breaches of the foreign exchange market regulations, including Updated Guidelines for Inward Remittance Services for Payment Service Providers dated November 2023. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Rand hits R18 to the dollar as ‘Trump trade’ bites News Aggregation Team Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39540/rand-hits-r18-to-the-dollar-as-amplsquotrump-tradeamprsquo-bites He stressed that the timing and implementation of these policies are critical factors. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Interest rate warning for South Africa News Aggregation Team Friday, November 08, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39513/interest-rate-warning-for-south-africa Locally, the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is expected to deliver its final rate decision of 2024 later this month Regulation,Tax & Compliance Heritage Bank: NDIC Begins Loan and Asset Recovery to Settle Uninsured Deposits News Aggregation Team Friday, November 08, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39516/heritage-bank-ndic-begins-loan-and-asset-recovery-to-settle-uninsured-deposits The corporation utilised Bank Verification Numbers (BVN) as unique identifiers to process payments directly to alternate bank accounts Regulation,Tax & Compliance Kenya’s central bank to hold next rate-setting meeting on Dec 5 News Aggregation Team Friday, November 08, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39518/kenyaamprsquos-central-bank-to-hold-next-rate-setting-meeting-on-dec-5 At its last meeting in October, the bank slashed its benchmark lending rate KECBIR=ECI to 12.00%, down from 12.75%, in a move aimed at stimulating credit to the private sector. Regulation,Tax & Compliance Massive 120MW solar project launches in South Africa News Aggregation Team Tuesday, November 12, 2024 12:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39529/massive-120mw-solar-project-launches-in-south-africa Hnizdo said that the build is the first phase of a longer-term renewable energy commitment ESG Environmental, Social and Governance Disclosure is Critical for Africa’s Sustainable Development -- AfDB VP Quaynor at Inaugural Africa ESG Forum News Team Friday, October 25, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39433/environmental-social-and-governance-disclosure-is-critical-for-africaamprsquos-sustainable-development-afdb-vp-quaynor-at-inaugural-africa-esg-forum The forum aims to catalyze collaboration and knowledge sharing on ESG issues, paving the way for the establishment of a centralised Africa ESG Information Disclosure Hub and embedding ESG principles into the continent's development strategies. ESG Environmental, Social and Governance Disclosure is Critical for Africa’s Sustainable Development News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 24, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39424/environmental-social-and-governance-disclosure-is-critical-for-africaamprsquos-sustainable-development Nearly one hundred delegates attended physically with a further 400 online sharing insights ESG Okonjo-Iweala seeks increased renewable energy production News Aggregation Team Friday, October 18, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39393/okonjo-iweala-seeks-increased-renewable-energy-production She stressed the importance of renewable energy to counter climate change and called for responsible, circular approaches to using critical minerals.” ESG Her strength, our climate News Aggregation Team Tuesday, October 15, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39369/her-strength-our-climate As climate change continues to redefine our world, the necessity for inclusive solutions becomes ever more evident. ESG MoF launches first phase of green project News Aggregation Team Friday, October 11, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39351/mof-launches-first-phase-of-green-project The second phase of the GFT which will introduce quantitative thresholds, tax exemptions and sector-based incentives is expected to commence by May next year ESG Access Bank Launches Sustainable Finance Accelerator News Aggregation Team Thursday, October 10, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39340/access-bank-launches-sustainable-finance-accelerator The financial sector has a pivotal role to play in driving the transition to a low-carbon, inclusive economy. ESG Dilemmas And Opportunities In African Climate Finance News Aggregation Team Wednesday, October 09, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39333/dilemmas-and-opportunities-in-african-climate-finance Local and regional commercial banks, too, are gradually increasing their participation in green finance. ESG Mauritania to regulates green hydrogen development with tax incentives News Team Monday, October 07, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39315/mauritania-to-regulates-green-hydrogen-development-with-tax-incentives The holder of a licence to exploit green hydrogen is also entitled to build and operate a desalination plant to use seawater for the project. ESG Landmark Retail signs ESG-linked facility with Emirates NBD News Aggregation Team Monday, September 30, 2024 1:00 am https://africa.managersofwealth.com/article/39278/landmark-retail-signs-esg-linked-facility-with-emirates-nbd The agreement was signed in the presence of officials and representatives from both companies. ESG