In a major show of investor confidence, First Bank Holdings Plc (First HoldCo) has announced a 25% oversubscription in its recently concluded rights issue, underscoring strong market appetite for its …
Africa’s digital revolution is accelerating as cryptocurrency adoption surges across the continent, with a recent report revealing that over 100 million Africans are now using crypto assets—and Nigeria leads the …
Africa is making significant strides toward financial integration with the introduction of the Africa Currency Marketplace by the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS). This innovative platform aims to facilitate …
Tanzania’s payment landscape is rapidly evolving, with a significant surge in electronic transactions inspiring a national shift towards a cashless economy, according to recent reports from financial authorities and tech …
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reported that Nigeria’s economic activities continued their upward trajectory for the second consecutive month, signalling gradual recovery and renewed optimism among businesses. In …
The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) has renewed its battle to recover a staggering N455 billion debt allegedly owed by Arik Air, one of Nigeria’s formerly leading domestic carriers. …
Ghana’s Finance Minister has stepped up engagement with key financial institutions, holding a crucial dialogue with 22 banks to deliberate on the government’s Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), Treasury Bills, …
The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has taken a swipe at Ghana’s proposed 2025 budget projections, describing the 16.1% revenue-to-GDP target as weak and far from ambitious. In a statement …
A new report from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has revealed that a majority of Nigerians are groaning under the burden of high borrowing costs, with a whopping 65.5% …
In a surprising twist in the foreign exchange market, the Nigerian naira on Tuesday recorded a modest appreciation against the United States dollar, exchanging at ₦1,530.52/$ at the official window. …
Chat us up