The Member News Archive
PROÁGUA Receives TXF Water Export Finance Deal of the Year 2025 Award
Mitrelli, together with HSBC, Deutsche Bank, Bpifrance Assurance Export, SERV, and SUEZ, has been recognized with the TXF Water Export Finance Deal of the Year 2025 award for the complex financing structure supporting Angola’s PROÁGUA national water infrastructure program, developed in partnership with the Ministry of Finance of Angola.
Africa M&A Is Recovering — But Execution Matters More Than Optimism
In this article, Greg Stonefield, Partner at Charles Russell Speechlys, examines the renewed momentum in African M&A activity and argues that the continent’s growing strategic importance, particularly in infrastructure, logistics and critical minerals, is reshaping how global capital approaches transactions across Africa.
The Ocean may be World's Most Undervalued Economic Asset
In this article, Humphrey Kariuki, Founder & Executive Patron of JCG, argues that the future of Africa's blue economy depends on recognising the close relationship between economic growth and environmental sustainability.
Nedbank partners with JUMO to pioneer AI-powered credit ecosystem for South Africa
In a move that signals a new chapter for South Africa’s financial services sector, Nedbank has entered into a partnership with AI-powered banking technology company JUMO to unlock a next-generation digital credit ecosystem.
Francophone Africa: Opportunities & Strategies
Addleshaw Goddard is delighted to invite you to a unique event dedicated to the economic and strategic dynamics of Francophone African countries! Join us to explore the key challenges and opportunities currently impacting these countries, where experts and company representatives will share their insights and experiences.
DLA Piper grows Energy & Natural Resources M&A practice with strategic South African partner hire
DLA Piper, the world's leading legal adviser by M&A deal volume for 16 consecutive years, announces the appointment of Patrick Leyden as a partner in its Johannesburg M&A team, as the firm continues to appoint leading lawyers to strengthen its capabilities to advise clients on complex cross-border transactions.
Building sustainable banking ecosystems for Africa
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 analyses the impact of the Middle East conflict on Sub-Saharan Africa
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 Monthly Insight: Understanding the systems behind trade finance in Africa
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”
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.
GreenCo wins Solar Deal of the Year for Africa at IJGlobal Awards 2025
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.
Momentum Builds for Digital Currencies in Africa
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 Announce Jason Cape as their Head of Johannesburg Commodities Desk
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.
Funding Africa’s Infrastructure with Local Currency
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 successfully closes its USD 450 million Syndicated Term Loan Facility
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.
PIDG backs Afreenergy Solar to scale access to clean energy for C&I customers in West and Central Africa
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.
The Architect of Economic Gateways: Ashish Khemka’s Visionary Stewardship
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 announces strategic investors in historic industrial REIT listing on the Nairobi Securities Exchange
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.
UBA Group Announces Loknath Mishra as CEO UBA UK
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 advises on Sanlam Life's ZAR3.2 billion subscription for shares in ARC Investments
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.