Three power stations. Two countries. One bank. Published by Daniel Zinman on 18 April 2017 The new power stations will be a welcome addition to the west African region, where only 18% of households have access to electricity.
Former Jumia COO launches Nigeria’s first online-only bank Published by Justin Probyn on 13 October 2016 In its initial phase, Lidya will offer only unsecured business loans to small and medium-sized enterprises.
Why this South African bank launched its own smartphone Published by Kate Douglas on 24 August 2016 By improving client adoption of smartphones, FNB hopes to encourage usage of its digital banking services.
Western Union grows mobile banking business across Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 16 August 2013 With more mobile phone users than bank account holders on the continent, Western Union is focusing its business on mobile banking technology.
Meet the Boss: João Figueiredo, CEO, Único Bank Published by Kate Douglas on 25 June 2013 “I never go to sleep before I have answered every single email I received during the day.”
Africa’s Banker of the Year explains his decision to open a bank in Mozambique Published by Kate Douglas on 21 June 2013 “A lot of people were quite confused with my decision,” says João Figueiredo.
South African firm moves into Nigeria’s insurance market Published by Staff Writer on 20 May 2010 South African financial services group, Sanlam, has entered into a joint venture with First Bank of Nigeria plc to form a new insurance firm, FBN Insurance Company Limited.
Absa plans IPO for Tanzania’s National Bank of Commerce Published by Staff Writer on 9 May 2010 South African banking group, Absa, plans to hold an initial public offering for Tanzania’s National Bank of Commerce, in which it has a 55.5% stake, and list it on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange.
Renaissance Capital acquires BJM Securities Published by Staff Writer on 3 May 2010 South Africa-based BJM Holdings today announced the sale of its wholly owned subsidiary BJM Securities to the Russian emerging markets investment bank, Renaissance Capital.
PayPal launched in South Africa Published by Staff Writer on 25 March 2010 First National Bank (FNB) and PayPal today announced that customers in South Africa can now sell to PayPal’s global customer base.
Mauritian bank announces SA expansion drive Published by Staff Writer on 25 February 2010 Mauritius-registered AfrAsia Bank today announced the start of an African regional expansion drive, with initial focus on South Africa.
