The Editorial Team

Rethinking Card Issuing in an Age of Fintech Disruption

Traditional banks face challenges in modernising card issuing to keep up with new competitors. Fintech disruptors and evolving consumer preferences could affect existing revenue streams, prompting urgency in card modernisation. Legacy systems, regulatory constraints, and budget constraints hinder progress. Here’s how a CMS Gateway can bridge the gap between old and new; enabling banks to navigate change, innovate swiftly, and stay relevant in a dynamic landscape. Debit and credit card issuing is a major contributor…

5th Edition Connected Africa- Africa’s Premier Telecom Summit

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Johannesburg, South Africa – The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated 5th Edition Connected Africa- Telecom Innovation & Excellence Awards 2024, set to be held on May 22nd, 2024, in Johannesburg, South Africa. This esteemed summit stands as a beacon for Africa’s telecom sector, gathering global executives, experts, and leaders dedicated to sculpting the future of telecommunications across the continent. Under the theme “Building a Connected Global Economy,” the…

BRVM Investment Days Roadshow Return to Johannesburg

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Johannesburg, South Africa – The Bourse Régionale des Valeurs Mobilières (BRVM), one of the world’s most successful regional stock exchanges is coming to South Africa for the highly anticipated launch of its third BRVM Investment Days Roadshow. The BRVM investor tour will start in Johannesburg on 7 – 8 May, followed by roadshows in London, New York and Dubai. The Johannesburg event starts with an in-depth workshop on the future of African Agricultural Commodities Stock…

S&P: Nigerian Banks Are Confronted With The Lingering Naira Depreciation

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JOHANNESBURG (Capital Markets in Africa) –S&P Global Ratings today said that the increase of banks’ minimum paid up capital to Nigerian naira (NGN) 500 billion (approximately $380 million) from NGN25 billion will likely shake up the banking sector landscape and support banks’ credit loss absorption capacity. On March 28, 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) announced that it will give banks 24 months to strengthen their capital base by either injecting fresh equity, consolidating,…

Private capital slowdown in Africa mirrors global investment trends

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London (Capital Markets in Africa) – The African Private Capital Association – today announced the release of the 2023 African Private Capital Activity Report, the anticipated annual report providing insight into dealmaking, fundraising, exits and the key trends shaping Africa’s private capital landscape. In 2023, the global economy faced a series of interconnected shocks, including rising political tensions, increasing fragmentation in global trade, escalating interest rates and tightening monetary policies to address high inflation. Amidst volatile…

S&P: Morocco Outlook Revised To Positive On Improving Socioeconomic And Budgetary Reform Trajectory

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CASABLANCA (Capital Markets in Africa) – Morocco’s economy has proven resilient in the face of multiple shocks over the past five years, and maintained access to domestic and external financing. We believe that the continued implementation of socioeconomic and budgetary reforms will help formalize the economy further and make it more inclusive and competitive, thereby stimulating GDP growth and bringing down budget deficits, albeit gradually. The budget and current account deficits decreased more than we…

Empowering Tomorrow’s Banking Landscape: Technology, Innovation, and Sustainable Growth

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The 12th Edition Connected Banking Summit– Innovation and Excellence Awards 2024 Southern Africa scheduled to take place on 23rd of May, 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa proudly unveils its theme: “Empowering Tomorrow’s Banking Landscape: Technology, Innovation, and Sustainable Growth”. Hosted by The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA), this prestigious event returns to South Africa after the resounding success of its 8th edition, promising an unparalleled platform for industry stakeholders to explore the future of…

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