The Editorial Team

China: Risk of macro fallout will see policy err on side of caution

LAGOS (Capital Markets in Africa): Our house view is that recent bank failures are largely contained and in and of themselves do not represent a systemic threat. But market repricing and a shifting economic environment in the US/EU, alongside the PBOC’s surprise RRR cut, have led some to (once again) question China’s recovery and any associated contagion risk from tighter US and global financial conditions. This is so despite the recent contrast between US and…

Today’s main economic and political developments across the continent

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LAGOS (Capital Markets in Africa): Zambia’s new dawn has given way to a chilly and overcast day. The country has effectively been in debt restructuring talks since 2020, and even the Hichilema administration, with the backing of business and multilaterals, has been able to make real inroads in this regard. The next two weeks will bring some clarity regarding the state of affairs and the way forward. In neighbouring Angola, the central bank has cut…

SARB to hike repo rate: Finder’s Repo Rate Forecast Report

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JOHANNESBURG (Capital Markets in Africa): The SARB’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is set to increase the repo rate at the March meeting, according to 95% of panellists on Finder.com’s SARB Repo Rate Forecast Report. 77% think the repo rate will increase by 25 bps, while 14% forecast a 50 bps increase. However the panel is divided on whether or not this will be the rate peak. 55% of panellists expect March to be the peak…

Flexible power technologies will make Africa’s energy leapfrogging a reality

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LAGOS (Capital Markets in Africa): Africa’s ability to leapfrog traditional power systems and adopt renewables on a massive scale is not a fantasy. In-depth studies from Wärtsilä have demonstrated that with the adequate support of flexible power technologies, ambitious renewable energy objectives in Africa are not only achievable, they also represent the soundest and cheapest strategy for the successful electrification of the continent. A new power generation paradigm perfectly suited for Africa There has been…

Like it or Not, Coal Still Has an Important Role to Play in South Africa – NJ Ayuk

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JOHANNESBURG (Capital Markets in Africa): In the march to net zero, coal usage is the villain in the story. Industrialized nations demonize coal for its negative environmental effects: Coal combustion releases pollutants linked to smog and respiratory illness, from carbon dioxide and sulphur dioxide to nitrogen oxides to mercury and lead. On the other hand, coal is an abundant fuel source that is inexpensive to produce and convert into energy. Countries around the world continue…

Investment: Egypt and Marriott power hotel development in Africa

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LAGOS (Capital Markets in Africa): When it comes to hotel development across Africa, Egypt and Marriott are the two phenomena to watch. This insight comes from this year’s African Hotel Chain Development Pipeline report, widely acknowledged as the industry’s most authoritative source, documenting and analysing the number of hotels being planned and built across the continent. The survey, conducted by Lagos-based W Hospitality Group, in association with the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF), is based…

Angola: The Destination of Choice for Investors

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LUANDA, Angola, March 22, 2023/ — The Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference and exhibition represents the country’s premier event for the oil and gas industry. International Conference Director for the 2022 edition of the conference, Miguel Artacho, provides insight into AOG 2022, what can be expected this year and what makes the Angolan energy market so attractive. What made the third edition of AOG stand out from previous events? It was even more successful!…

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