Why Nigeria’s Central Bank Slashes MPR to 27%
24/09/2025Nigeria’s Central Bank has broken a long spell of monetary rigidity. At its 302nd Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, the Bank trimmed the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis.
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What Happened at Africa’s 2nd Climate Summit in Ethiopia?
16/09/2025For decades, Africa has been portrayed as the victim of climate change, its lands scarred by droughts, floods, desertification, and deepening food insecurity. Yet, at the Second Africa Climate Summit.
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How Japan’s $1.5 Billion Africa Push Reshapes Green Finance
20/08/2025Japan is quietly but decisively deepening its footprint in Africa. In a continent long shaped by Chinese investment, Western aid, and increasing Gulf capital, Japan is carving out its own.
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The Rise and Risk of Digital Credit in Africa
14/07/2025Over the past decade, digital credit has dramatically transformed financial ecosystems across the world. In developed markets, Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platforms like Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay, and China’s Alipay.
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South Africa Lands $474.6M AfDB Funding for Infrastructure Modernisation
02/07/2025South Africa has received a crucial financial boost from the African Development Bank (AfDB), with the approval of a $474.6 million loan aimed at overhauling its deteriorating transport and energy.
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Strengthening African Currencies: A Key to Long-Term Economic Resilience in Volatile Global Markets
02/06/2025In an era marked by global economic volatility—driven by geopolitical conflicts, trade tensions, and fluctuating commodity prices—African nations are increasingly recognising the vital importance of having strong, stable currencies. A.
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Mobile Money in Ghana: Transaction Boom and Future Prospects
02/04/2025Mobile money has transformed the way Ghanaians conduct financial transactions, making cashless payments more accessible than ever. What was once a niche service has become a dominant force in the.
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The IMF’s Role in Africa: Financial Independence of Botswana, Libya, and Eritrea
13/03/2025Since its establishment in 1952, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has played a significant role in Africa’s economic landscape, providing critical financial assistance to numerous countries across the continent. However,.
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International Investment Partnerships Boosting Trade in Africa
07/03/2025The UK’s development finance institution, British International Investment (BII), has announced a strategic partnership with the Ghana International Bank (GHIB). This $50 million trade deal is set to stimulate economic.
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The Power of Nation Branding in Africa’s Growth
03/03/2025Viewing countries through the lens of branding allows us to appreciate the various elements contributing to their global standing—recognition, influence, and the ability to attract investment. A nation brand transcends.
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