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East Africa’s Real Estate Market Primed for Those Who Know It Best

By Sandile Mpanza, Head of Commercial Property Finance Africa Region at Absa CIB In 2023, a financing deal quietly redrew the boundaries of East Africa’s real estate playbook. Acorn Holdings Limited secured KES 6.7 billion from Absa Group and Absa Bank Kenya to develop ten purpose-built student accommodation sites across Nairobi. On paper, it was a domestic transaction. In substance, it marked three precedents: the first time a development Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) had…

The Rise of Contemporary African Art in a Global Market – Marelize van Zyl

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The art historical narrative, traditionally skewed towards Western perspectives, has long undervalued African art, limiting its global visibility and appreciation. This trend, however, has changed as collectors from around the world increasingly appreciate African art’s rich history and significance. While the contemporary African art market’s dollar value remains small compared to other regions, it has experienced remarkable growth in the past decade with ultra-contemporary art pieces by African-born artists – under 45 years of age…

Top Drivers of VC Investments in Africa in 2025 – CEO, AVCA

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Africa’s venture capital (VC) landscape faced significant challenges in 2024, as highlighted by the African Private Capital Association’s report, which recorded only US$507 million raised across 108 deals in Q3 2024. This marks a notable decline in both deal volume and value compared to the previous year. While the VC ecosystem has experienced headwinds, factors like technological innovation, favourable demographics, and advancing regulatory frameworks continue to provide a foundation for long-term growth. Progressive developments deepening…

Connected Banking Summit 2025: Insights from Industry Trailblazers!

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ACCRA (Capital Market in Africa) The 18th Edition of the Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards 2025 brought together some of the most influential voices in banking, fintech, and cybersecurity to explore groundbreaking innovations shaping the financial sector. Keynote Highlights:  Dr. Dominic Oduro–Antwi, President, Global Africa Trade Advisory Chamber, emphasized how fintech and digital banking are driving economic growth and financial inclusion across Africa.  Dr. Albert Antwi-Boasiako, Director-General, Cyber Security Authority,…

Expert Opinion: Trump 2.0 Impact on Emerging Markets?

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John Ewart, Investment Manager of the Aubrey Global Emerging Markets Fund, offers his expert views on impact of second coming of President Trump on the emerging market investments, particularly in regions such as China and India. “Hola amigos, estoy de vuelta!” There are few politicians that command immediate attention on the global stage, and facilitate a 24/7 dissection of their statements, policies, and demands. The incoming President Trump is certainly one of them. Clearly the US…

Emerging Market Debt outlook 2025: Alaa Bushehri, BNP Paribas Asset Management

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What does 2025 have in store for Emerging Market Debt? The major events of 2024 – elections and the start of Fed easing – will shape the landscape for emerging market debt in 2025, while China remains a potential source of risk. Election outcomes play out The past year has seen a packed electoral calendar both within and outside emerging markets. So it’s perhaps no surprise that policy rollout will be an important driver for…

AFSIC interview with Chris Chijiutomi, MD & Head of Africa, British International Investment

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SMEs are the life source of employment in Africa—how is BII supporting this sector? We recognise that SMEs in Africa are critical to driving economic growth, creating jobs, fuelling innovation, and supporting delivery of the SDGs. And as a long-standing investment partner to businesses in Africa, we have been supporting SMEs for decades and in several ways. One of the greatest challenges that SMEs face, is accessing the finance they need to grow. This is…

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