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Mastercard Underpins its Commitment to Driving Economic Empowerment for All in Africa

Authored by Raghav Prasad: Divisional President, Sub-Saharan Africa, Mastercard. Africa is undergoing rapid digital transformation. According to the World Bank, the continent is home to four of the world’s top.

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NATSAVE set to support SMEs in Zambia amidst COVID-19 disruption

  The National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia, NATSAVE, have said it plans to help in securing about 200,000 jobs in the country through its revolving loan scheme and.

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African Development Bank refutes claims that it plans to provide financial support to the East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project

ABIDJAN, Côte d’Ivoire – The African Development Bank has become aware of an inaccurate news article stating that the institution plans to provide financial support to the East African Crude.

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COVID-19 – Ghanaian Business Leader Support’s Rural Communities During Mandatory Lockdown

As major cities across Africa implement the lockdown measure to curb the spread of the deadly coronavirus, the welfare of the people remains a major concern on the continent. Businessmen,.

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Akinwumi Adesina: Africa’s Optimist-in-chief & ALM African of the Year 2019

Easily one of Africa’s most illustrious sons, the continent’s promoter – in – chief, and President, African Development Bank Group Dr. Akinwumi Adesina’s pro-Africa shuttles across the globe is receiving.

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First Bank Nigeria – 125 years of redefining banking and enabling dreams across Africa

The banking ecosystem in Nigeria is in a state of constant change which is evident in the increased use of technology and other innovations to create a seamless banking experience.

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AfDB to create 9 Million jobs by 2025 – AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina

…receives the ALM African of the Year Award Johannesburg, South Africa: March 01, 2020:  The President of the African Development Bank, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has said that the bank is.

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Wendy Dobson: Corporate Africa’s moment to shine

As Africa grapples with a plethora of social, economic and environmental challenges, there is a substantial opportunity for large corporates to introspect and determine whether they are still staying true.

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Africa is a Natural Home for UK businesses-Lord Dolar Popat

By Lord Dolar Popat What a difference a year makes. When embarking on a new year and a new decade it is natural to look to the past and reflect,.

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President Kenyatta Appoints Yatani as Finance Minister, Reshuffles Cabinet

President Uhuru Kenyatta appoints acting finance minister, Ukur Yatani, to the job.  Kenya’s president reshuffled his cabinet and announced the government’s economic strategy for the next few months.  Ukur Yatani.

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