Economics, Policy & Regulation
Six New Members Join BRICS
A big dream for the BRICS bloc is creating a common currency to counter the US dollar.
Author: John Njiraini
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Economics, Policy & Regulation
World Bank Reacts To Uganda’s New Anti-LGBTQ+ Law
The institution is Uganda’s biggest lender, accounting for roughly 55% of its multilateral external debt stock.
Emerging & Frontier Markets
Ethiopia: New Bourse Promises To Unlock The Economy
Ethiopia has embarked on a roadshow to sell shares in the Ethiopia Securities Exchange as part of its attempt to build a diversified and vibrant economy.
News
Kenya: Economic Turmoil Awaits New Central Bank Governor
The new Central Bank of Kenya governorKamau Thugge brings with him a stellar résumé of previous experience in government and 25 years at the IMF.
Banking
World’s Best Banks 2023—Africa
African banks remain resilient and ready to weather any storm that comes their way.
Emerging & Frontier Markets
Senegal: Island Of Opportunity
Senegal is becoming a magnet for foreign direct investment.
Features
Africa’s Gas Bubble
A slew of activity to meet Europe’s war-driven thirst for new sources of hydrocarbons could put long-term development at risk.
Features
Africa: Crystal-Clear Trends
A clearer path for Africa’s banking industry is forming, as regulators focus on strong and supportive controls.
Award Winners
World’s Best SME Banks 2023: Regional Winners
According to the Bank for International Settlements, global liquidity in 2021 reached an unprecedented $175 trillion, twice global GDP. That figure set the tone for the year in investment banking, as cash-rich companies powered record deal making worldwide. The macro ...
Awards
World’s Best Private Banks 2023: Africa
Global Finance presents the best private banks in Africa.
Banking
Africa’s FDI Rebound
Tremendous opportunities await foreign direct investors, but geopolitical issues, China’s lending practices and human rights violations may stymie that potential.