Township Economies Conference To Host Panel Discussion On Access To Finance For Township Businesses
The upcoming Township Economies Conference, scheduled for 30 – 31 July 2024 at Emperors Palace in the City of Ekurhuleni, will feature a thought-provoking panel discussion focusing on access to finance for township businesses. This session aims to address the critical challenges and opportunities surrounding financing options for entrepreneurs in township communities. Township businesses represent a […]
A New Economic Partnership Is Emerging Between Africa And The Gulf States
This week, Bola Tinubu, the President of Nigeria, Paul Kagame, the President of Rwanda, and over 35 ministers from across Africa participated in the Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth, and Energy for Development in Riyadh. The emerging economic relations between Africa and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) — namely the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, […]
Hibret Bank And Mastercard Launch Prepaid Hibir Mastercard Services To Enhance Digital Financial Inclusion
The Prepaid Hibir Mastercard service revolutionizes banking with secure, convenient international access for Ethiopians, fostering financial inclusion and digital transformation. Hibret Bank, in collaboration with Mastercard, has announced the launch of the Prepaid Hibir Mastercard services, marking a significant milestone in the journey towards financial digitization in Ethiopia. This innovative service is designed to offer […]
The United States Announces Nearly $176 Million In Additional Humanitarian Assistance For West Africa
The United States, through USAID, is providing nearly $176 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the Sahel and Lake Chad Basin regions of West Africa in response to deteriorating security conditions and increasing humanitarian needs in communities cut off from assistance due to conflict. This additional funding from USAID – which includes funds from the […]
