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FATF Removes 4 Countries From Watchlist
The FATF removed South Africa, Nigeria, Mozambique, and Burkina Faso from its “Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring” list, commonly known as "the gray list."
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Newest Cross-Border Payment System Goes Live
The 21 member states of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) can now trade directly in local currencies rather than the US dollar via its recently launched Digital Retail Payments Platform (DRPP), which went live on October 9.
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World’s Best Digital Banks 2025: Round II
The global financial industry is being radically shaped by three core forces: industrialization of AI; development of expansive digital ecosystems; and refreshed emphasis on providing secure, customer-centric digital services.
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Standard Bank: Reimagining Transaction Banking in Africa
Crosby Mkhwanazi, Head of Transaction Banking at Standard Bank’s Corporate and Investment Banking division, talks to Global Finance's Founder and Editorial Director, Joseph Giarraputo, about the capabilities, innovations and solutions that can empower clients with fast and agile payment solutions that also offer improved reliability and security.
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World’s Best Private Banks 2026: Africa
Educating The Next Generation: Africa prepares for the great wealth transfer.
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World’s Best SME Banks 2026: Africa
Small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) across Africa are driving innovation and inclusion despite persistent financing and productivity challenges.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Madagascar: A Country In Crisis
On September 11, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned that Madagascar was living beyond its means. Grappling with major shocks clouding the economy, the country’s spending was far beyond its tax collections.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Central Banker Report Cards 2025: Africa
Global central banks face inflation challenges in 2026 but disagree on the right approach. Global Finance reveals the 2025 Central Banker Report Cards in Africa.
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Best Consumer Digital Banks in Middle East and Africa 2025
African and Middle Eastern banks are redefining digital banking through integrated lifestyle platforms, AI-powered tools, and advanced security features.
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Best Sub-Custodian Banks In Africa 2025
On the African continent, regional winner Standard Bank continues to enhance its business model to better support its extensive franchise with robust systems and capabilities. The bank’s Investor Services division operates the largest sub-custody network in sub-Saharan Africa, spanning 16 countries.
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Best Corporate/Institutional Digital Bank Awards in Middle East & Africa 2025 in partnership with Infosys | Round I
OFFICIAL JUDGING PARTNER Global Finance has announced the Round I winners for the 26th annual World’s Best Digital Bank Awards....
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Best Treasury and Cash Management Providers 2025: Africa
With new features and rapid growth, African banks scramble to keep up with a regional economy pushing beyond regional borders.
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AI In Finance Awards 2025 | Consumer Banking
From rule-based to responsive. AI is transforming consumer lending. But to succeed, human capital must be as big a priority as technological advances.