This years African Economic Conference (AEC), on Tuesday, heard that rapid recovery from COVID-19 relies on sustainable health, education and food industries, along with income support for women
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Standard Bank champions mass rollout of contactless cards across Africa
Standard Bank Group, one of Africa’s largest financial services organisations, is championing efforts to increase contactless payment across Africa as consumers look for safer ways to pay in the wake of Covid-19
COVID-19 leads to unprecedented year for sub-Saharan African economies
The COVID-19 global pandemic delivered an enormous shock to sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and led to its first recession in 25 years
Fintechs vs banks: What’s the future?
What impact are fintech platforms having on traditional financial services in Africa? A panel of experts within the industry debates the challenges and opportunities for fintechs and banks alike
Kenyan and Tanzanian trade fares well despite Covid-19 pandemic, says Kleos Advisory
East African trade was already in decline before the Covid-19 pandemic, warned Tedd George, founder and chief narrative officer at Kleos Advisory