Finance | - Part 3

Alejandro Betancourt López’s Vision for Mobile Banking in Africa’s Financial Growth

LAGOS (Capital Markets in Africa): Mobile banking has emerged as a game changer in Africa, offering innovative solutions to financial inclusion and economic development. Entrepreneur and investor Alejandro Betancourt López believes mobile banking has opened new avenues for financial services, especially in regions with limited access to traditional banking infrastructure. Alejandro Betancourt López emphasizes the importance of mobile banking in his blog post “Importance of Mobile Banking in Africa’s Financial Development.” Betancourt López wrote that…

Honouring Excellence: Our Esteemed Sponsors and Media Partners at the 15th Edition Connected Banking Summit – Ethiopia 2024

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – August 14, 2024 – The 15th Edition Connected Banking Summit – Ethiopia 2024, held on August 14th, was a tremendous success, made possible by the exceptional support of our sponsors and media partners. Their involvement was crucial in convening industry leaders, innovators, and experts to discuss and shape the future of banking in Ethiopia. Our Sponsors: •Platinum Sponsor: EFT Corporation •Gold Sponsors: Mobifin, Infosys Finacle •Official Cyber Security Partner: Kaspersky •Bronze…

Shaping the Future of Ethiopian Banking: Innovation and Excellence at the 15th Edition Connected Banking Summit – Ethiopia 2024

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – August 14, 2024 – The Ethiopian Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa was abuzz with energy and innovation on August 14th, 2024, as the 15th Edition Connected Banking Summit – Ethiopia Innovation & Excellence Awards 2024 brought together more than 300 global executives, industry leaders, and experts. This year’s summit, themed “Bolstering the Economy with Digitization and Financial Inclusion,” emphasized the critical role of digital transformation and inclusive financial services in driving…

Apex Group to administer first of a kind climate fund to boost green investment

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JOHANNESBURG (Capital Markets in Africa) – Leading financial services provider Apex Group has been appointed as the Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM) and administrator of a first of a kind fund aimed at supporting renewable energy infrastructure in Sub Saharan Africa. The Gaia Africa Climate Fund is targeting investment of up to $200 million in assets. The fund will allow institutional investors to participate in the equity of established utility-scale renewable energy projects in African…

What is SASSA and How to Apply for SASSA Social Grants

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Introduction In South Africa, many individuals and families rely on social grants to meet their basic needs. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) plays a crucial role in this by administering social grants to eligible citizens. Whether it’s to support children, the elderly, or those with disabilities, SASSA provides much-needed assistance to improve the quality of life for many South Africans. It is important for individuals in need of assistance to know the process…

Maximise Your Capital-Raising Potential at AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2024

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Capital Markets in Africa (LONDON): AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2024 is not just an event—it’s a pivotal opportunity to connect with Africa-focused institutional investors. This year, we are thrilled to introduce our newly updated African Investments Dashboard, a cutting-edge digital platform designed to streamline and enhance your capital-raising efforts. The Dashboard is a free digital platform capturing Africa-focused investment opportunities across all African countries, business sectors and capital types for customised, AI-enhanced access by…

Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity

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AFSIC – Investing in Africa is wholly focused on accelerating Africa’s economic emergence by matching investment opportunities in Africa transforming Africa’s business, trade and investment environment sustainably growing Africa’s economy and increasing African incomes in all business sectors at a continental scale. AFSIC – Investing in Africa aims to partner with companies that align on this purpose and are therefore delighted to welcome on board The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity as a…

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