Africa after Brexit Published by Amelia Tan on 16 August 2016 It’s probably premature to press the panic button.
African countries can tap into their rich expatriates’ savings Published by Nontobeko Mtshali on 24 November 2015 Remittances play a major role in the economies of many countries.
Interview: Running a Bitcoin business in Kenya Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 2 July 2015 Through BitPesa, users in Kenya and Tanzania can receive Bitcoin from nearly anywhere in the world and exchange it instantly to local currency.
Why are Africans getting ripped off on remittances? Published by Duncan Green on 25 April 2014 New research shows one in US$8 remitted to Africa is creamed off by intermediaries.
Sub-Saharan Africa: A major potential revenue opportunity for digital payments Published by McKinsey on 14 March 2014 Sub-Saharan Africa offers tantalising potential for mobile financial services, but as yet there have been few success stories.
Ugandan startup making it simpler for African migrants to send money home Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 17 February 2014 Remit aims to bring down the cost of mobile money transfers, as well as making the process more convenient.
Will we be seeing slower growth in remittances to Africa? Published by Kate Douglas on 7 January 2013 The last decade saw a strong growth in remittances into sub-Saharan Africa. Remittances are estimated to reach close to US$30 billion in 2015.
Africa’s brain drain – should we be worried? Published by Claude Harding on 27 April 2011 Every year thousands of highly-skilled Africans relocate to countries such as the United States, Canada, France and United Kingdom, in search of higher salaries and better career opportunities.
Remittances from Kenyans abroad reach new high Published by Staff Writer on 10 February 2011 Remittances from Kenyans living abroad last year hit a record amount.
Importance of remittances highlighted in reports Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 24 October 2010 A recent report said that sub-Saharan Africa trails other regions in its annual share of remittances and it should take steps to raise it in order to fund much-needed development.