INTO AFRICA | - Part 2

Issues and solutions for African trade finance. Are ECAs and DFIs the answer?

LAGOS (Capital Markets in Africa) – The last few years have proved difficult economically for much of Africa. This, together with political issues (for example in Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Mozambique) and constraints on access to finance, has resulted across much of the continent in a drop off in inward investment levels. In addition, economic growth has not lived up to hope or expectation. This article looks at some of the issues and how certain…

Exclusive Interview: Alexandre Maymat, head of Africa, Mediterranean and Overseas, Societe Generale

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In an exclusive interview with INTO AFRICA, Alexandre Maymat, head of Africa, Mediterranean and Overseas, Societe Generale shares that, ” Societe Generale’s roots in the financing of the real economy in Africa and its loyalty to the continent have encouraged the Bank to take a responsible look at the development of the African continent. Arguably, the geographical expansion strategies of African banking groups have recorded limited success – some pioneers are now partly backtracking. What…

Exclusive Interview: Cobus Visagie, Chief Executive Officer, Africa Merchant Capital Limited

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Cobus Visagie, Chief Executive Officer, African Merchant Capital Limited grants an exclusive interview to Capital Markets in Africa. He shared with us his personal life experiences and leadership style. Cobus shares his thought about Africa trade finance gap and viewed that the yield on well packaged Africa credit opportunities is however attractive and hence there is a demand for the product. Thanks for granting this interview. Please tell our readers more about your background and what motivated the…

Exclusive Interview: Mohammed Kateeb, Path Solutions’ Group Chairman and CEO

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In an exclusive interview with INTO AFRICA, Mohammed Kateeb, Path Solutions’ Group Chairman & CEO shares that, “As pioneers and experts in Islamic banking software solutions and services, we often lead our clients by advising them on what world-class solutions look like. Our vision is to empower our clients with a powerful and innovative software platform to run their business efficiently and successfully”. What are the major verticals for which you are offering software solutions? MOHAMMED KATEEB: We…

Trade Finance in Africa: Challenges, Opportunities And The Role of Risk In Reducing The Financing Gap

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LAGOS (Capital Markets in Africa) – Trade finance in Africa offers a mixture of intertwined challenges and opportunities. Take for instance the continent’s contribution to global GDP and trade, which stands at just 3 percent in contrast to its population, which accounts for 17 percent of the world’s total. Numerous factors contribute to this mismatch including, in the financing space, a lack of transparency, lack of access to adequate trade financing facilities, lack robust financial…

Fintech Platforms Within a Trade Finance Context

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LAGOS (Capital Markets in Africa) – Much has been said about the upcoming “fintech disruption”. About 4 years ago, emerging technology companies identified as “fintechs” were mostly finger-pointed as attempting to create the next wave of competition against established financial institutions (FI’s). At that time, most bankers viewed fintechs as new entrants trying to enter the financial services industry using advanced technologies and innovative business models. Fintechs were perceived as attempting to grab market share…

Exclusive Interview: Abdulmajid Mussa Nsekela, Chief Executive Officer of CRDB Bank Tanzania

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LAGOS (Capital Markets in Africa) – Abdulmajid Mussa Nsekela, Chief Executive Officer of CRDB Bank Tanzania grants an exclusive interview to Capital Markets in Africa. He shared with us the CRDB’s long-term strategic plans to maximize profitability and enhance shareholders’ value. As well, the CEO opines that the Tanzanian Banking sector remains vibrant and has great prospects for the obvious reasons that it is at the center of the rapid economic growth being witnessed. Thanks for…

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