South Africa’s central bank has cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 7.25%, its lowest level in more than two years.| Finance in Africa
Namibia’s foreign reserves rose to $3.3 billion by the end of December 2024, reflecting an 18.4 % increase compared to the previous year.| Finance in Africa
Liquid assets in Namibia's banking sector rose by 20.2 % to $1.9 billion, up from $1.4 billion in the previous year.| Finance in Africa
This guide will show you the benefits of Sukuk bonds in Nigeria for risk-free, tax-exempt investment opportunities to enhance your financial portfolio.| Finance in Africa
Nigeria returns to Eurobond market with $2.3bn offer| Finance in Africa
Nigeria is preparing to return to the Eurobond market before the end of 2025, seeking to raise up to $2.3 billion as global funding conditions improve| Finance in Africa
Optasia, a global provider of AI-driven financial technology, has announced plans to list on the Prime Segment of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) Main Board, amid capital raise moves.| Finance in Africa
Abyssinia’s registration increases the number of lenders to two, with the intent to establish in its investment market in Ethiopia’s liberalised financial sector.| Finance in Africa
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has unveiled a Banking Sector Index to give investors a sharper view of Kenya’s largest and most liquid sector, with a cumulative total asset of KSh 7.9trn ($60bn).| Finance in Africa
Family Bank Kenya is set to debut on the Nairobi Securities Exchange, breaking a long drought of new listings on the bourse, buoyed by its strong earnings performance.| Finance in Africa
Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories. With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies. Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent. | Finance in Africa