Finance | - Part 7

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

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…

9th Edition Connected Banking Summit- West Africa Innovation Excellences Awards 2024

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Accra, Ghana Get ready to mark your calendars as the 9th Edition of the Connected Banking Summit- West Africa is set to take Accra, Ghana on February 21st, 2024. This highly anticipated summit promises two days of unprecedented insights, discussions, and networking opportunities, bringing together global executives, industry experts, and visionary leaders from the BFSI sector. The Connected Banking Summit has garnered a reputation for championing forward-thinking banking models, with a focus on accelerating digital…

Green Climate Fund Approves USD 50m for REPP 2 in Africa

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LONDON (Capital Markets in Africa) – The Board of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved the allocation of USD 50m in equity to REPP 2, a new debt fund providing an opportunity to invest in Sub-Saharan Africa’s fast-growing renewable energy market. Climate and impact fund manager Camco is developing REPP 2 as a USD 250m fund designed to deliver significant climate, economic and gender impacts while ensuring sustainable returns for investors. Latest research shows…

Bank of England puts the brakes on: Investments, Savings, Annuities and Mortgages

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The Bank of England has finally put the brakes on the relentless rate hiking cycle. A rise had been heavily pencilled in but was wiped off the board by the surprise fall in inflation. Even before the announcement, the markets reacted, with implications for savers, mortgage borrowers and anyone considering an annuity. As the market digested the news that inflation had come down, it decided a rate rise wasn’t so likely after all. As a…

The 9th Edition Connected Banking Summit – West Africa

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The Connected Banking Series focuses on building future-oriented banking models by accelerating the pace of digital transformation and delivering a delightful customer experience in line with policy and regulations while ensuring the highest standards of privacy and security. The Summit, collocated with the Connected Banking summit Innovation and Excellence Awards, will host leaders and experts from across the region representing Banks, Insurance Companies, FinTechs and TechFins, Digital and NeoBanks, Non-Banking Financial Organizations, Cooperatives, Investments Funds,…

Stears Announced as Lead Sponsor of AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2023

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Stears, one of the world’s leading providers of African data and insights, has been announced as the Lead Sponsor of AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2023. AFSIC 2023, Africa’s Investment Event, which will be held in London on the 9th and 10th October 2023, is the meeting place for focused networking, discussions and executing African investment deals. It has for the past ten years delivered year on year growth as well as success for African…

The role of financial institutions in increasing the pace and scale of Africa’s Renewable Energy Transition

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By James Agin – Executive – Corporate and Investment Banking Absa Bank Kenya The urgent need to combat climate change has thrust renewable energy into the global spotlight. As governments, businesses, and individuals grapple with the challenges of reducing carbon emissions, the role of financial institutions in supporting and propelling the renewable energy transition is becoming increasingly prominent. The financial services sector, with its financial power, extensive networks, and ability to drive systemic change, has…

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