The South African rand strengthened against the U.S. dollar in early Tuesday trade, buoyed by a broad risk-on sentiment following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Israel …
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South African Rand Weakens as Israel-Iran Conflict Spooks Global Markets
The South African rand slipped slightly on Tuesday morning as global investors became more cautious, with ongoing tensions in the Middle East continuing to shake financial markets. As of 06:26 …
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Rand Weakens Sharply as Middle East Tensions Trigger Global Market Jitters
South Africa’s financial markets opened on a nervous note Friday morning, as the rand and government bonds came under sharp pressure following Israeli military strikes on Iran. The heightened geopolitical …
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South African’s Rand Steady as Global Markets Await U.S.-China Trade Talks
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – June 9, 2025: The South African rand opened the week on a quiet note, holding steady against the U.S. dollar in early trading on Monday. The …
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Cap Rate, NOI, and IRR Explained for Smarter Property Investment
Understanding Cap Rate: Your First Glance at Profitability – The Quick Scan Dear investor, in Nigeria’s bustling property market, the ability to size up a real estate opportunity with surgical …
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Navigating Zoning Laws and Urban Planning: A Guide for Real Estate Developers in Africa
For real estate developers across Africa, the journey from conceptualizing a project to breaking ground is often fraught with complexities. Among the most formidable hurdles are zoning laws and urban …
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Top Real Estate Investment Hotspots in 2025 (Global & Local)
The global real estate landscape in 2025 is characterized by a complex interplay of economic shifts, technological advancements, and evolving demographic patterns. For discerning investors, the critical question remains: where …
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From Local Challenges to Global Solutions: How African Startups Are Attracting World Attention
Africa’s startup ecosystem is no longer a nascent curiosity; it’s a vibrant, innovative powerhouse rapidly gaining global recognition and attracting significant international investment. Once overlooked, the continent is now celebrated …
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Nigeria Begins Talks to Rejoin JPMorgan Bond Index After 10 Years
Nigeria has officially opened discussions with JPMorgan to re-enter its Government Bond Index for Emerging Markets (GBI-EM), almost a decade after being delisted. The Director-General of the Debt Management Office …
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Nigeria’s Eurobond Market Faces Pressure Amidst U.S. Fed’s Steady Rates
The yields on Nigerian Eurobonds experienced an uptick last week as foreign investors adjusted their portfolios in response to the U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to maintain its current interest rates. …