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South Africa’s banks squeezed by competition and pandemic
June 2, 2021Mozambique's banks remain cautious and risk averse
May 18, 2021The challenging economic and security situation means banks are focusing on remaining robust, resilient and well-capitalised.
Mozambique's CBG seeks stability in face of uncertain future
May 18, 2021Rogério Zandamela, governor of the Bank of Mozambique, on the country’s fiscal challenges and the outlook for a post-pandemic recovery.
Peace, finance and trade in Libya
May 17, 2021With sovereignty restored in the form of a unified interim government, foreign investors are getting ready to re-engage with the country.
Deals of the Year 2021 – Africa
May 4, 2021A celebration of the top deals in Africa over the past year.
South African banks’ loan books merit scrutiny amid Covid crisis
April 21, 2021Loan portfolios have been skewed towards unsecured lending over the last decade.
Kenya's finance minister on lockdowns, locusts and NPLs
April 20, 2021Ukur Yatani, cabinet secretary of the Kenyan National Treasury, on the state of the country’s economy and banking sector.
Kenya’s banks weather the storm
April 20, 2021The banking sector's ability to return to previous profitability levels depends on length of lockdowns.
Kenya’s ambitions checked but hopes abound
April 20, 2021The country’s economic bounceback has been dampened by a Covid-19 surge, but a swift recovery is anticipated.
Egypt’s banking industry stays the course
April 1, 2021Despite a difficult operating environment, Egypt’s banks have shown resilience.