The recent revelations from industry leaders about Netflix’s decision to scale back its Nigerian originals have thrown Africa’s streaming landscape into uncertainty, stirring concerns about the future of global players on the continent.
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Zenith Bank Named ‘Bank of the Year, Nigeria’ at The Banker Awards 2024 Zenith Bank Plc has been awarded Bank of the Year, Nigeria by African Banker Magazine, Financial Times Group Ltd., at a ceremony in London on December 4, 2024. This award is in recognition of Zenith Bank’s strong management, innovative strategies, and commitment to sustainability and ESG banking practices. The Banker’s ‘Bank of the Year’ accolade is among the most coveted and widely regarded awards in the banking industry. This accolade reinforces Zenith Bank’s global prominence, following its recent Paris Branch launch in November 2024, furthering its mission to serve clients worldwide. The Bank has consistently ranked as Nigeria’s Number One by Tier-1 Capital for 15 years in The Banker Magazine's Top 1000 World Banks Ranking. The Bank continues to earn other numerous awards, including Banker's Bank of the Year Award, Nigeria (2020 & 2024) and Most Sustainable Bank (2023 & 2024, International Banker Awards). With a legacy of innovation and excellence, Zenith Bank remains a driving force in Nigeria’s financial sector. #ZenithBank #BankOfTheYear2024 #FinancialExcellence #GlobalRecognition #Sustainability
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Qardy and AlKheir Microfinance Partner to Empower Egypt's Micro Businesses Egypt’s online lending marketplace Qardy and Alkheir Microfinance, a financial services company that focuses on financing SMEs, have announced a strategic partnership to support micro-businesses in Upper Egypt and the northern Delta. This collaboration aims to bridge financial gaps and provide tailored financial products to empower small enterprises in these regions. The partnership will offer micro-businesses tools to manage cash flow, secure working capital, and access financial solutions designed for their unique needs. AlKheir plans to expand its reach with 30 branches across Upper Egypt and the Delta by the end of 2024, while Qardy leverages its digital lending platform to enhance access to finance. Together, the companies aim to promote financial inclusion, job creation, and economic development, reinforcing their commitment to supporting Egypt's micro and small business sector. #Egypt #FinancialInclusion #MicroFinance #EconomicDevelopment #DigitalTransformation
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AXA Mansard Supports Nigerian MSMEs with Exhibition Opportunities As part of its continued commitment to support its SME customers, AXA MANSARD INSURANCE PLC, a Nigerian insurance and asset management company is providing select Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) free exhibition stands at the Made By Nigerians (MBN) Fair. The Made-By-Nigerians Fair is a platform dedicated to showcasing Nigerian entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation on the global stage. AXA Mansard's initiative aims to help MSMEs showcase their products and services to a larger audience, boosting their market exposure and growth potential. This effort builds on AXA Mansard's history of creating opportunities for MSMEs, including media exposure initiatives to connect them with broader audiences. The program is part of AXA Mansard’s ongoing efforts to support MSMEs, recognizing their significant contribution to innovation, job creation, and the economy. By enabling MSMEs to participate in such events, the company fosters growth while highlighting the importance of balancing business expansion with risk management. #Nigeria #MSMEs #BusinessGrowth #Insurance #MadeByNigeriansFair
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AXA Mansard Supports Nigerian MSMEs with Exhibition Opportunities As part of its continued commitment to support its SME customers, AXA MANSARD INSURANCE PLC, a Nigerian insurance and asset management company is providing select Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) free exhibition stands at the Made By Nigerians (MBN) Fair. The Made-By-Nigerians fair is a platform dedicated to showcasing Nigerian entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation on the global stage. AXA Mansard's initiative aims to help MSMEs showcase their products and services to a larger audience, boosting their market exposure and growth potential. This effort builds on AXA Mansard's history of creating opportunities for MSMEs, including media exposure initiatives to connect them with broader audiences. The program is part of AXA Mansard’s ongoing efforts to support MSMEs, recognizing their significant contribution to innovation, job creation, and the economy. By enabling MSMEs to participate in such events, the company fosters growth while highlighting the importance of balancing business expansion with risk management. #MSMEs #BusinessGrowth #Insurance #MadeByNigeriansFair #EconomicDevelopment
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Tanzania's ClickPesa Launches Platform for Microfinance Institutions Tanzanian fintech startup ClickPesa has launched ClickPesa MFI, a financial platform tailored for microfinance institutions (MFIs). This ClickPesa MFI platform aims to improve MFIs' ability to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and women-owned businesses. While ClickPesa already offers a payment gateway facilitating payment collection and bulk payouts, adding a dedicated service for MFIs seeks to help enhance operational efficiency and financing capabilities. The platform does those by streamlining loan disbursements, repayment collections, and real-time reconciliation. Additionally, it integrates with loan management and accounting software, automating workflows to reduce errors and enhance efficiency. Apart from its technological solutions, ClickPesa MFI also provides MFIs with access to funding, enabling them to scale operations and expand loan portfolios. This addresses key challenges such as cash flow management and operational scalability, helping MFIs better serve their customers. By focusing on technological and financial support, ClickPesa seeks to strengthen MFIs' capacity to drive financial inclusion and economic growth in Tanzania. #Tanzania #Fintech #Microfinance #FinancialInclusion #SMEs #WomenEntrepreneurs
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Qardy and AlKheir Microfinance Partner to Empower Egypt's Micro Businesses Egypt’s online lending marketplace Qardy and Alkheir Microfinance, a financial services company that focuses on financing SMEs, have announced a strategic partnership to support micro-businesses in Upper Egypt and the northern Delta. This collaboration aims to bridge financial gaps and provide tailored financial products to empower small enterprises in these regions. The partnership will offer micro-businesses tools to manage cash flow, secure working capital, and access financial solutions designed for their unique needs. AlKheir plans to expand its reach with 30 branches across Upper Egypt and the Delta by the end of 2024, while Qardy leverages its digital lending platform to enhance access to finance. Together, the companies aim to promote financial inclusion, job creation, and economic development, reinforcing their commitment to supporting Egypt's micro and small business sector. #Egypt #FinancialInclusion #MicroFinance #EconomicDevelopment #SupportSmallBusinesses #DigitalTransformation
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Africa Investment Forum 2024 Secures USD 29.2 B in New Investor Interest The Africa Investment Forum 2024 Market Days, held in Rabat, Morocco, recorded USD 29.2 B in new investor interest after three days of boardroom discussions. The Africa Investment Forum is a premier investment platform championed by the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and its partners, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Africa Finance Corporation, Africa50 Group, Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) and others to mobilize investment opportunities in Africa. The forum's annual Market Days 2024 event drew 2,300 investors and delegates from 83 countries, marking a 60% increase in participation compared to last year. With 41 boardrooms reviewing 37 projects, the discussions spanned diverse sectors, including energy, agribusiness, transport, and urban infrastructure. Notable achievements included Nigeria’s Special Agro-Processing Zone, which far exceeded its USD 975 M target by securing USD 4.8 B in investor interest. Projects from Morocco and the Democratic Republic of the Congo also attracted higher-than-expected commitments. This year, 15 new sponsors, including banks, insurers, and export credit agencies, committed to supporting the initiative in 2025. With a growing pool of sponsors and expanding interest, the Africa Investment Forum continues to mobilize resources for sustainable development and economic transformation across the continent. #AfricaInvestmentForum #InvestInAfrica #EconomicGrowth #SustainableDevelopment #InfrastructureDevelopment
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African Development Bank Approves USD 170 M for Egypt’s Largest Wind Energy Project The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a USD 170 M loan to support Egypt’s 1.1 GW Suez Wind Project, the country’s largest wind energy initiative. The project, estimated to cost USD 1.1 B, aims to generate 4,111 GWh annually, supplying clean energy to over 1 million households and reducing 1.71 million tons of CO₂ emissions per year. Recognized as a strategic initiative, the project has been awarded Egypt’s Golden License, which streamlines approvals and accelerates implementation. The wind farm will be located in the Gulf of Suez and consist of two sites with a combined capacity of 1.1 GW. The Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company (EETC) will serve as the sole off-taker under a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). This initiative is expected to drive Egypt’s goal of achieving 42% renewable energy by 2030 and supports the AfDB’s "Light Up and Power Africa" mission. #RenewableEnergy #Egypt #CleanEnergy #SuezWindProject #Sustainability #GreenEnergy #AfricanDevelopmentBank
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🌍 This week in The African Context: ⚡ Takealot faces rising competition from Amazon and Temu in South Africa, while Netflix dismisses exit rumours and reaffirms its Nigeria strategy. ❇️ Explore how China's USD 51 B investment and zero-tariff policy aim to reshape Africa-China ties and dive into Kenya’s BNPL sector debate. 📌 African DeepTech funding reaches USD 1.2 B with AI tackling youth unemployment, and Moove’s landmark partnership with Waymo drives its global expansion. Stay ahead with the latest updates shaping Africa’s business and tech landscape! #TheAfricanContext #AfricaNews #AfricanBusinessUpdates #AfricanTechInnovation
Takealot Feels the Heat from Amazon and Temu in South Africa
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