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Nigeria Redefines Banking Inclusion With Transaction Cost Cuts

It is rare for an ATM card fee adjustment to signal a broader transformation of a financial system, but Nigeria’s latest banking reforms appear to do exactly that. Behind the.

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Top 40 African Finance Leaders 2026 Showcase

Powering Growth, Stability, and Transformation Across Africa London, United Kingdom, 2026 African Leadership Magazine (ALM) has released its Top 40 African Finance Leaders for 2026, spotlighting individuals driving financial transformation.

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Capitec Proves Inclusion Drives Banking Profitability

Capitec Bank is reshaping the structure of African banking. Its latest results, a 23% profit increase, headline earnings of R16.8 billion, and a client base exceeding 26 million, demonstrate that.

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A Continental Benchmark for Financial Leadership London — African Leadership Magazine will unveil its flagship editorial listing, “ALM Top Regional Banks in Africa 2026″, a high-level benchmarking initiative that recognises.

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Zimbabwe Launches Big Five Banknotes to Rebuild Currency

Zimbabwe is introducing a new series of ZiG banknotes, known as the “Big Five” series, as part of a broader effort by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe to restore public.

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Nigerian Banks Dominate Africa’s Brand Value Growth

Nigeria’s banking sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by recapitalisation and structural reforms that are reshaping Africa’s financial landscape. In 2026, the country’s leading banks recorded the fastest brand.

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Ghana Rebuilds Sovereign Yield Curve with 2026 Bond

Ghana’s return to issuing a seven-year domestic bond, its first in three years, represents far more than a routine fundraising exercise. It marks a deliberate step towards restoring market confidence,.

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Why Standard Bank Group Remains Africa’s Essential Financial Architect

Standard Bank Group closed its 2025 financial year with headline earnings of 49.2 billion rand ($2.97 billion), representing an 11% increase from the 44.5 billion rand recorded in 2024. The.

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CBN Purchases Domestic Gold to Strengthen the Naira and Foreign Reserves

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the addition of a fresh batch of locally sourced gold, refined to the internationally recognised standards of the London Bullion Market Association.

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Uganda Central Bank’s Gold Programme: Macro Strategy or Safe Haven Play?

Uganda’s central bank has announced the launch of a domestic gold purchase programme, marking a strategic pivot in the country’s approach to macroeconomic stability. Beginning in March 2026, the Bank.

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