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

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…

Camco launches new technical assistance facility for REPP 2

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London, 20 March 2024: Climate and impact fund manager Camco has unveiled a new technical assistance facility (TAF) to accelerate the growth of Sub-Saharan African markets for renewable energy and energy access. Camco is developing the USD 250m REPP 2 fund to invest in the African grid of the future and the small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) building it. The private debt fund is structured as a blended finance vehicle to leverage public, private and…

Building Bridges in Banking: The Power of Partnerships from the Nairobi Summit 2024

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Nairobi, Kenya – The Connected Banking Summit, orchestrated by The International Center For Strategic Alliances (ICSA), has once again demonstrated its unparalleled ability to bring together the brightest minds in banking, fintech, and financial services. The 11th Edition Connected Banking Summit- Innovation & Excellence Awards East Africa 2024 took place on 6th of March, 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, enriched by the support of partners like Kaspersky, Freshworks, TransUnion, and Access Bank, became a melting pot…

Empowering Women in Banking: A Celebratory Highlight of 11th Edition Connected Banking Summit- Innovation & Excellence Awards East Africa 2024, Nairobi, Kenya

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Nairobi, Kenya – The Connected Banking Summit, conceptualized and organized annually by the International Center For Strategic Alliances (ICSA), proudly marked its 11th Edition Connected Banking Summit- Innovation & Excellence Awards East Africa 2024 took place on 6th of March, 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya. This significant event not only continued its legacy of fostering progress and innovation within the banking industry but also highlighted its commitment to gender equality through the celebration of International Women’s…

Impact Investing in Africa, Verdant Capital @AFSIC 2024

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Capital Markets in Africa (LONDON): AFSIC – Investing in Africa, one of Europe’s leading Africa investment events will host its annual conference in London on October 7, 8 and 9th at the Park Plaza Westminster Hotel. Over 1500 of the most senior and influential people within the African Investment world are expected to attend including 350+ investors. Investors include Development Finance Institutions (DFI’s), Sovereign Wealth Funds, Pension Funds, Private and Listed Equity funds, Private and…

World Hydrogen 2024 Summit & Exhibition Returns to Rotterdam, 13-15 May, Promising Its Most Impactful Event Yet.

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The World Hydrogen 2024 Summit & Exhibition, a pivotal event in the global hydrogen industry, is set to return to Rotterdam with its largest and most influential edition yet. Taking place at the Rotterdam Ahoy, this summit & exhibition marks a significant moment in the industry’s calendar, offering unparalleled networking opportunities, insightful discussions, and groundbreaking advancements in the field of hydrogen technology. As part of the SEC World Hydrogen Series, the Official World Hydrogen Summit…

The road ahead for FedNow: collaborative efforts and advanced technologies in the fight against APP fraud

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The US Federal Reserve launched the FedNow real-time payment service in July, creating a centralised system it hopes will enable faster cash flow for individuals and businesses in the US. As exciting as the launch of this frictionless new payment rail is, fraudsters will find new ways to exploit merchants and customers. Authorised push payment fraud, already a major problem for services like Zelle, is likely to flourish. Banks will need to be proactive to…

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