Financial technology platforms — from mobile money to digital banking — are playing a transformative role in Africa’s economic development, with GSMA data estimating they added $720 billion to GDP in 2023 alone. As the sector scales, the focus must now shift to maintaining resilient, trusted financial ecosystems, ensuring not just access, but sustainable, reliable financial services for the long term.

MCB Group announces the launch of the first edition of the Africa Economic Compass. This new flagship publication has been developed as part of a revamp of its economic publications programme. The initiative aims to provide more structured, coherent and accessible insights into regional and international economic dynamics.

Alteia’s latest insight explores the systems underpinning trade finance across Africa, challenging common perceptions of risk and capital deployment. Drawing on on-the-ground experience, it highlights how understanding trade flows, legal structures, and operational discipline can unlock opportunity, revealing that the continent’s trade finance gap is as much about knowledge as it is about capital.

Solving the African Payments “Puzzle" is a C-Level By Verto in person session in Cape Town on 19 May 2026 that will focus on simplifying cross-border payments and enabling seamless business operations across Africa and beyond. Join a panel of industry experts as they share practical insights on navigating payment complexities.

London / Lusaka, Zambia, 13 March 2026 – Africa GreenCo (GreenCo), a leading renewable energy trader and aggregator operating across Southern Africa, has been named winner of the Solar Deal of the Year for Africa at the prestigious IJGlobal Awards 2025.

In the past year alone, Sub-Saharan Africa recorded $125bn, as of 2025 in on-chain crypto transaction volume, driven less by speculation and more by real economic pain points like currency instability, capital controls, and high transaction costs. In this article, Amadi explores how Africa’s digital currency landscape is entering a new phase of accelerated growth.

ICAP Africa is pleased to announce the expansion of our commodities broking capabilities with the appointment of Jason Cape to head the Johannesburg commodities desk.

In this article, Finenergi Advisory Services explore the case for the use of local currency as a part solution to stemming the funding gap, and consider policy roadmaps to a deep and vibrant local bond market to fund infrastructure development.

The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited (“MCB”) has successfully closed its inaugural GCC and India focused Syndicated Term Loan of USD450m. The transaction marks a key milestone in MCB’s funding strategy, further diversifying its international lender base and expanding relationships in key global markets. 

The Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) has committed EUR 4.3m to scale Afreenergy Solar, a specialised platform developing clean energy solutions for commercial and industrial (C&I) customers in Senegal, with the ambition to expand over time into selected markets in West and Central Africa, announced today at the Future of Energy Summit in Amsterdam, PIDG’s commitment was made through its project development solution, InfraCo.

Few leaders embody the fusion of financial and operational foresight as profoundly as Ashish Khemka in the fabric of Africa’s economic evolution. As Director of Finance and Operations at Lagos Free Zone, a cornerstone initiative of Tolaram, Khemka has transformed a nascent vision into a thriving hub of commerce, attracting global investments and reshaping Nigeria’s infrastructure narrative.

Africa Logistics Properties Holdings Limited (ALPH) has announced the participation of two key international investors in its landmark ALP Industrial Real Estate Investment Trust (ALP REIT). The announcement came during a dedicated bell ringing ceremony to mark the official listing of the ALP REIT at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) this morning.

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has announced the appointment of Loknath Mishra as Chief Executive Officer of UBA UK. The appointment which takes effect from February 2nd, 2026, reinforces the Group’s commitment to strengthening its international footprint and enhancing its role as a key financial bridge between Africa and the world.

DLA Piper has advised Sanlam Life Insurance Limited (Sanlam) on the subscription for shares in African Rainbow Capital Investments Proprietary Limited (ARCI), representing a 25% economic interest in the diversified investments portfolio of the ARC Fund.

Last week, the Government of Angola has inaugurated the new Huambo Stadium Daniel Cassoma Lutucuta, a 10,000-seat multi-purpose sports facility, delivered by Mitrelli, built in compliance with FIFA, UEFA and World Athletics (IAAF) standards.

For organisations seeking the most current analysis or guidance, we encourage direct engagement with Tom Griffin, Senior Partner for the Middle East and Africa and the Control Risks team, who can provide timely updates and respond to specific enquiries, ensuring that organisations receive the most relevant information and support for their operations in the region.

African trade finance is often assessed through broad assumptions about risk, instability, and liquidity. In this leadership perspective, Kevin Ramsamy, CEO of Alteia examines why these perceptions persist, where risk actually sits within export trade finance structures, and why a more informed, transaction-level understanding is essential for investors evaluating opportunities across the continent.

JUMO, the banking technology company behind a new generation of data-orientated financial technology for Africa has appointed Paul Whelpton as CEO. Whelpton takes over from founder and chief executive Andrew Watkins-Ball who has grown the start-up to serve Africa’s top banks and payments companies.

Last month, a major milestone was reached in Galébré, marking expanded access to clean water for thousands. The inauguration, attended by senior government leaders, supports Côte d’Ivoire’s Water for All (Eau Pour Tous) programme, bringing reliable water to communities and advancing national efforts to improve livelihoods and essential infrastructure.

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