Tag: Capital markets

African real estate gets new funding push from Standard Bank, Java Capital

Standard Bank Java Capital will build a real estate funding platform targeting property, infrastructure and private capital in South Africa.

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Angola approves sale of 34% Standard Bank stake seized from Carlos São Vicente

Standard Bank Angola stake sale wins approval, clearing the way for a 34% offering and the bank’s debut on Angola’s stock exchange.

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Nairobi Securities Exchange plans East Africa’s first AI-focused ETF

Nairobi AI ETF aims to give East African investors access to global AI leaders as NSE plans the region's first AI-focused ETF.

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Africa’s new credit rating agency set to launch in Mauritius

African Credit Rating Agency is set to launch in Mauritius, reshaping how investors assess African sovereign and corporate credit risk.

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Tanzania eyes $500 million Eurobond as part of $1 billion borrowing strategy

Tanzania Eurobond plans target $500M as the country expands global financing strategy and strengthens investor confidence.

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Why African conglomerates are spinning off units to unlock value

African conglomerates are spinning off units to unlock value, reduce conglomerate discounts, and attract deeper global capital markets.

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Angola taps global markets with $2.5 billion Eurobond, demand surges

Angola returns to markets with $2.5B Eurobond, attracting strong demand despite high rates.

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Top 15 most valuable companies in Africa

South African giants dominate a fresh list of Africa’s top firms by market value, led by tech investor Naspers and banking powerhouses like FirstRand.

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