Airtel Africa is gearing up to challenge the dominance of African fintech giants with a planned initial public offering (IPO) for its mobile money arm, Airtel Money, set for the …
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PiggyVest vs Cowrywise vs FairMoney: Which Savings App Is Best for Nigerians in 2025?
In an era where financial stability is paramount, and the economic landscape of Nigeria continues to evolve, the way we save and manage our money has undergone a significant transformation. …
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Rand Merchant Bank Supports Tinubu’s Reforms, Predicts Stronger West African Trade
Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria has thrown its weight behind the economic reforms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the policies are vital to driving trade and investment growth across West …
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Coronation Capital, Trium Back Africa’s Growth with AVCA 2025 Sponsorship
Coronation Capital Limited and Trium, both subsidiaries of Coronation Group Limited, have reaffirmed their commitment to Africa’s economic development by sponsoring the 2025 African Private Capital Association (AVCA) conference. The …
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Nigeria’s Leasing Sector Grew by 23% in 2024, Hits N5.17tn – ELAN
Nigeria’s leasing industry recorded a strong growth of 23.2 per cent in 2024, pushing the value of outstanding leases to N5.17 trillion, up from N4.19 trillion in 2023. This was …
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CBN Warns Nigerians Against Fake Contracts, Loans, and Grants
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has again warned the public to beware of fraudsters who are using its name to promote fake contracts, loans, and financial grants. In a …
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Kenya Moves to Cut Budget Deficit, Eyes Fresh IMF Talks Amid Economic Pressure
The Kenyan government has announced that it will reduce its fiscal deficit to 4.5 percent of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the 2025/2026 financial year. This is a step …
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Safaricom Makes History with Over $3 Billion Revenue, Eyes Bigger Growth in Ethiopia
Safaricom, the Nairobi-based telecoms and digital services provider, has made history as the first company in East Africa to surpass $3 billion in annual revenue. The firm’s financial results for …
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CIBN to Hold 2025 Annual General Meeting on May 17 in Hybrid Format
The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has announced that its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on Saturday, May 17, and will adopt a hybrid format …
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Rand Merchant Bank Backs Tinubu’s Economic Reforms, Eyes Growth in West African Trade
Corporate and investment banking firm Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) Nigeria has declared its support for President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying they are crucial for stimulating trade and investment across …