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ShafDB Signs Deal with Kenyan CPF Group to Scale Up Development of Affordable Housing in Kenya

In a strategic move poised to address Kenya’s pressing housing deficit, Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB), a leading Pan-African institution focused on financing housing, urban, and related infrastructure development, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with CPF Group. This agreement, which represents a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to provide affordable housing across […]

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U.S. Corporate Bond Spreads Narrow as Economic Data Fuels Optimism

In a week marked by the release of encouraging economic data, U.S. corporate bond spreads have shown signs of recovery, offering a glimmer of hope for investors. The narrowing of these spreads, particularly in both investment-grade and junk bonds, reflects renewed confidence in the economic outlook and the potential for a more accommodative monetary policy […]

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South Africa’s Private Equity Fundraising Soars to a 13-Year High: A Beacon of Resilience Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

In the midst of a turbulent global economic landscape, South Africa’s private equity (PE) industry has shown remarkable resilience, setting a new benchmark with its fundraising activities in 2023. According to the recently released 2024 Savca Private Equity Industry Survey, conducted by the South African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (Savca), the industry saw […]

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KDC Rolls Out Sh2 Billion Small and Medium Trade Fund: A Major Boost for Kenya’s SME Sector

The Kenya Development Corporation (KDC) has taken a significant step towards empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across the country by launching a Sh2 billion credit support program. This initiative, in partnership with India’s Export-Import (Exim) Bank, is designed to provide favorable financial terms to Kenyan businesses for acquiring technology, machinery, and equipment from India. […]

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African Development Bank’s $10 Million Investment in KawiSafi II Fund: A Strategic Boost for Renewable Energy Innovation in Africa

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has taken a significant step toward accelerating Africa’s energy transition by approving a $10 million junior equity investment in the KawiSafi II Fund. This strategic investment, which comes from the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA), is poised to catalyze transformative climate-related initiatives across the continent, particularly in sub-Saharan […]

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HF Group Rights Issue: A Strategic Move with a 30% Greenshoe Option

HF Group Plc, a prominent financial services company in Kenya, has announced a rights issue offering up to 1,499,995,255 new ordinary shares to its existing investors at KSh 5 per share. The rights issue, which includes a 30% greenshoe option, represents a significant opportunity for shareholders and marks a strategic move by the company to […]

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Investors Reduce Allocations to Stocks, Move to Cash in August Amid Global Economic Uncertainty, BofA Survey Shows

In a striking shift of market sentiment, investors significantly reduced their exposure to equities in August, opting to increase their cash holdings as concerns over global economic stability intensified. According to the latest Bank of America (BofA) survey of fund managers, the proportion of investors who reported being overweight in stocks plummeted to 31%, a […]

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Olam Agri Commits Over $4 Million to Sustainable Social Investment in Nigeria

Olam Agri, a leading agribusiness company, is significantly expanding its Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CR&S) investment strategy to deepen its social, environmental, and economic development impact within Nigeria. The company has committed to a four-year development plan, allocating approximately N6.5 billion (over $4 million) to various CR&S initiatives aimed at driving socioeconomic growth within the […]

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Conduit Appoints Kenyan Executive to Head Africa Expansion Following $6.5 Million Helios Investment

Conduit, a rapidly growing cross-border payments platform, has announced a significant milestone in its journey towards global expansion. The company recently secured $6.5 million in funding from Helios Digital Ventures, a leading African-focused investment firm. This new capital injection is set to fuel Conduit’s ambitious plans to scale its operations across Africa, a market ripe […]

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