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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As Advent begins, demand for poinsettias rises. Many young plants are sourced from East Africa, where the climate is ideal for cultivation. German horticultural company Selecta One is expanding in the region through its acquisition of Wagagai Ltd., a cutting farm in Uganda. DEG – Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH is supporting the move with a long-term loan of EUR 16.5 million, part of which will fund modernisation at the farm.

South Africa’s energy landscape is shifting fast, and for corporate and industrial organisations, renewable energy is no longer a long-term ambition but a near-term operational necessity. Rising electricity costs, supply instability, and sustainability pressures are pushing businesses to accelerate investment in renewable generation, energy storage, and efficiency solutions that protect continuity and competitiveness.

On Saturday, 10 January 2026, a landmark ceremony was held in Bishoftu City, Abusera, officially marking the commencement of construction of Ethiopia’s new international airport, one that is envisioned to become the largest airport in Africa once complete.

The Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) has today announced a USD 3.3m equity investment to finance the expansion of Sanivation Ltd.’s innovative waste-to-value offering in Kenya.

AI is revolutionising banking - cutting costs, fighting fraud, and enabling hyper-personalised services. Yet many institutions remain cautious. Based on insights from over 180 industry leaders, KPMG’s Intelligent Banking report explores the barriers and opportunities of AI adoption and offers a practical blueprint for delivering value across the sector.

Nomsa Mbere, Partner at Webber Wentzel, explores how Southern Africa can move from being a raw material supplier to a strategic industrial partner in the global energy transition. She examines the region’s vast critical mineral potential, the risks of fragmentation, and the opportunities for coordinated regional value chains, infrastructure integration, and sustainable industrialisation.

Exigent Risk Advisory’s 2026 Africa Risk Monitor provides a comprehensive forecast of the political and macroeconomic trends shaping Africa’s investment and operating environment. Developed for business leaders, investors, financial institutions, and diplomatic missions, the report offers a clear framework to identify, interpret, and manage key risks across the continent.

DLA Piper is proud to partner with 2024 Olympic Gold medallist and African sprint sensation, Letsile Tebogo. As Tebogo’s official legal sponsor, DLA Piper provides the 22-year-old Botswana sprinter with legal services locally in Botswana, across Africa and globally.

Acorn Holdings Limited (“Acorn”) has received authorisation from the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) for the establishment of a Build-To-Rent Development Real Estate Investment Trust (D-REIT) aimed at expanding Kenya’s affordable housing rental market for young urbanites. These are young urban dwellers who have finished schooling and are in the formative years of their adult life.

You are invited to attend the official launch of the 2026 Africa Risk Monitor Report launch by Exigent Risk Advisory. The Risk Monitor identifies crucial political and macroeconomic trends across Africa and offers business leaders, investors, financial institutions, and diplomatic missions a framework to manage these risks.

As part of the national celebrations marking 50 years of Angola’s independence, the Government of Angola has honored individuals and partners who have made exceptional contributions to the country’s development and progress. Among those recognized, H.E. João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola, awarded Haim Taib, Founder and President of the Menomadin and Mitrelli Group, the Peace and Development Medal

In his latest op-ed, Humphrey Kariuki, Founder of Janus Continental Group, highlights the urgent need to protect Africa’s natural systems as climate pressures intensify. From shrinking lakes to advancing deserts, he argues that conservation is not a niche concern but a global economic and moral imperative. Kariuki calls for community-rooted restoration and greater corporate responsibility, urging leaders to view conservation as essential investment in stability, prosperity and a resilient shared future.