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Fintech and Crypto: Bridging the Gap in Women’s Financial Inclusion

Women in Africa have long faced systemic barriers to accessing financial services, restricting their ability to save, invest, or grow businesses. Traditional banking systems perpetuate exclusion by imposing rigid requirements.

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Franchising Could Revolutionise African Entrepreneurship

Franchising has long been a cornerstone of business expansion in developed economies. The global franchise market was valued at approximately USD 133.17 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach.

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Africa Beyond Aid: Rethinking the Development Framework

For decades, Africa has been the world’s largest recipient of foreign aid. From humanitarian relief to economic development assistance, billions of dollars have flowed into the continent with the aim.

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ECOWAS Bank’s $16.3M Credit Boosts Africa’s SME Sector

The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has authorised USD 16.3 million line of credit to the Banque Sahélo-Saharienne pour l’Investissement et le Commerce (BSIC) as part of a.

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Is the AfCFTA Delivering on its Promise?

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) was officially launched on 1 January 2021, with the ambitious goal of creating the world’s largest single market, integrating 55 countries with a.

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How Africa is Transforming Global Trade Agreements

Economic alliances and global trade agreements are shaping the future of markets, and Africa is no longer content with being on the periphery. With bold initiatives such as the African.

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Africa’s Investment Paradox: Are the Rewards Worth the Risks?

Africa is at the centre of a global investment conversation like never before. With a youthful population projected to double by 2050, a growing middle class, and some of the.

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Can Africa Thrive Beyond Natural Resources?

Africa is a continent rich in natural resources, from oil and gas to minerals and vast tracts of arable land. Yet, its true potential extends far beyond its underground wealth..

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How COVID-19 Reshaped Intra-African Economic Dynamics

The year 2020 was pivotal as the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the globe, and Africa was not exempt from its effects. Although the impact on the continent was arguably less.

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African Countries With The Cheapest Internet Providers

Digitalisation which involves the use of digital technologies to transform business models, create new revenue streams and value-producing opportunities requires rethinking processes and systems to effectively leverage digital capabilities. Africa.

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