The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) stands as a cornerstone of Africa’s economic development, driving trade, industrialization, and financial integration across the continent. Established over three… Read More »Afreximbank’s Role in Africa’s Economic Landscape
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming one of the most revolutionary technologies of the modern era, with the potential to reshape economies, industries, and societies.… Read More »AI: The $1.2 Trillion Opportunity for Africa’s Economic Transformation
By Michael Dodd, Senior Fund Analyst at Morningstar SA South African investors saw fund fees continue to trend lower in 2023. The trend of declining… Read More »South African Investors Benefit from Continued Decline in Fund Fees Amid Global Trend
Fintech innovation, including DeFi, and tokenisation, offers promising solutions to address the funding crisis faced by scaling businesses in Africa. By improving accessibility, reducing costs,… Read More »Challenges to Business Lending in Africa and How DeFi Can Help
In a resounding call for international action, President William Ruto of Kenya addressed the inaugural Africa Climate Summit, underscoring the profound impact of climate change… Read More »Climate Change Imperils Africa’s Economic Progress: Urgent Calls for Global Carbon Tax at Africa Climate Summit
In the face of political and economic challenges and a global pandemic, fintech on the continent is booming. Here’s what comes next. Between 2020 and… Read More »Africa’s Fintech Industry is Coming of Age
Angola’s Luanda-Bengo Special Economic Zone (ZEE) has shown remarkable growth over the last few years. The country’s only Special Economic Zone plays a vital role… Read More »Angola’s Industrial Luanda-Bengo Special Economic Zone Boosts The Economy
Shifts in household savings, economic growth and consumer spending on “stuff” vs. “experiences” are in focus as businesses continue to move digital Global economic outlook… Read More »Mastercard Economics Institute: 2022 Economic Outlook Defined By Digital Resilience And A Return To The ‘Experience Economy’
The potential for a remarkable and long lasting e-commerce growth is within Africa’s grasps. Now, it is the responsibility of everyone involved in this market to do everything in their power, so that African countries can truly enjoy and benefit from e-commerce.
Investors in Africa must consider geo-political and economic uncertainty on the continent as well as a plethora of country and region-specific governance, compliance and regulatory challenges when investing in the region.