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Mary Vilakazi: First female CEO of South Africa’s $30 billion lender, FirstRand

Mary Vilakazi oversees FirstRand, positioning the group at the center of Africa’s expanding financial services industry.

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FirstRand boosts Optasia stake with $86.3 million purchase

FirstRand boosts its stake in Optasia with a $86.3 million investment, supporting the fintech’s expansion in digital lending across 38 countries.

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FirstRand tops Capitec as Africa’s most valuable lender, eyes Ghana and Nigeria

FirstRand surpasses Capitec as Africa’s top lender, targeting growth in Ghana, Nigeria, and broader regional markets.

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Capitec edges FirstRand to become Africa’s most valuable bank as earnings seen up to 25%

Capitec Bank becomes Africa’s top bank as shares rise and earnings are expected to jump 25 percent.

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Portside Tower: Cape Town’s tallest building, linked to FirstRand

Portside Tower, Cape Town’s tallest, blends sustainability and business as FirstRand’s regional hub with a 5-Star Green Star rating.

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FirstRand tops Capitec to become Africa’s most valuable bank

With a market cap of $22.9 billion, FirstRand overtakes Capitec as Africa’s most valuable bank, driven by strong earnings and disciplined management.

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Africa’s 20 most valuable companies in September 2024

At a Glance South Africa dominates Africa’s top companies list, reflecting its economic and industrial strength on the continent. Naspers Limited leads as Africa’s most valuable company with a $36.2 billion market cap, showcasing global tech prowess. Of 20 top companies, 17 are South African, while Morocco, with a 3.4% GDP growth, highlights its rising economic influence. A glance at…

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