The Ethiopian government is set to begin selling government bonds through the newly launched Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) starting from July 2025, a move expected to boost domestic financing and …
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Former Kenya Tax Boss Anthony Mwaura Buys Sh1.6 Billion Worth of HF Group Shares
On 16 June 2025, it was confirmed that Mr Anthony Mwaura, former chairman of Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), has bought a large number of shares in HF Group PLC. HF …
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Malawi Taps into Global Commodity Shifts, but Risks Remain
Malawi is positioned to gain from recent movements in global commodity prices, but analysts warn that volatility in international markets still poses significant risks. This is according to the latest …
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Module 1: Understanding Asset Classes and How to Build a Diversified Portfolio
Depending solely on traditional savings accounts to build wealth is like charting an uncertain financial world with one basic map. In today’s world, knowing the intricacies of multiple asset classes …
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LAPO Bank Report Shows 70% of Nigerian Families Lack Access to Affordable WASH Loans
A new report by LAPO Microfinance Bank has revealed that more than 70 per cent of Nigerian families do not have access to affordable loans for water, sanitation, and hygiene …
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MRS Oil Eyes N3.95bn Profit After Tax in Q3 2025
MRS Oil Nigeria Plc says it expects to make a net profit after tax of N3.95 billion in the third quarter of 2025. The company made this disclosure in its …
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Zenith, Access Lead Banks That Have Met CBN’s N500bn Capital Requirement
A new report by Proshare has revealed that only two Tier 1 banks — Zenith Bank and Access Holdings — have crossed the N500 billion share capital and share premium …
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President Tinubu Says Nigeria Is on Path to Food Sovereignty
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said that Nigeria is on its way to food sovereignty due to the policies his administration has put in place. He made this statement on …
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NAICOM to Issue Supplementary Guidelines to Sanitise Annuity Business in Insurance Sector
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) is set to release supplementary guidelines to further sanitise the annuity business in the country. Mr Moruf Apampa, Vice Chairman of the Subcommittee on Communication …
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South Africa’s PIC Commits R656 Million to SA-H2 Fund
The Public Investment Corporation (PIC), which is South Africa’s state-owned asset manager, has committed a significant amount of money—R656 million—to the SA-H2 Fund. This fund is a blended finance project …