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World Bank mulls backing $500 million Rwanda’s equity fund

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  • Boluwatife Adedokun

    Boluwatife is an oil and gas reporter at Energy in Africa with about five years of experience covering business and energy markets. Her work focuses on upstream and downstream developments, policy shifts, and the companies shaping Africa’s energy landscape. She brings a strong background in business journalism, with a track record of delivering clear, well-researched, and industry-focused reporting.

    You can reach her below.

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  • Boluwatife Adedokun

    Boluwatife is an oil and gas reporter at Energy in Africa with about five years of experience covering business and energy markets. Her work focuses on upstream and downstream developments, policy shifts, and the companies shaping Africa’s energy landscape. She brings a strong background in business journalism, with a track record of delivering clear, well-researched, and industry-focused reporting.

    You can reach her below.

The World Bank Group headquarters. Photographer: Samuel Corum/ Bloomberg

South Africa dismantles legacy capital controls in $600bn investment push

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

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  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Enoch Godongwana, South Africa's Finance Minister

Shortage of bankable projects deepens Namibia’s $15bn climate funding gap

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Afreximbank rolls out $10bn crisis fund to support African economies, others

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Afreximbank

Tanzania backs Africa Finance Corp. with equity investment after rating upgrade

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Africa Finance Corp. president

World Bank bars PwC Africa units over $1.3bn power project 

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

The World Bank Group headquarters. Photographer: Samuel Corum/ Bloomberg

Ethiopia’s FDI inflows hit $18.6bn in five years as reforms draw investors

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

U.S. dollar banknotes are seen in this illustration taken May 4, 2025.

What you need to know about the Lagos International Financial Centre

Authors

  • Abdullahi Abdullateef

    Abdullahi Abdullateef is an award-winning graduate from Department of Mass Communication, Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria.

    He is a skilled journalist and writer with tenacity to deliver high-quality articles across different beats including health, business, politics, and education for the concerned audience. With over 40 news articles and feature publications, he brings to the fore solid experience in writing, including news writing and reporting, feature, and specialised report writing.

    His works are at the intersection of development and education, providing insights and unearthing the loopholes in Nigeria’s socio-economic landscape. Featured in both national and international media outlets such as Vanguard newspapers, Daily Trust, Economic Confidential, News Digest, Klarity (UK), The Nigerian Grassroots, The Daily Reality etc.

    Catch up with him on LinkedIn

Authors

  • Abdullahi Abdullateef

    Abdullahi Abdullateef is an award-winning graduate from Department of Mass Communication, Bayero University, Kano, Nigeria.

    He is a skilled journalist and writer with tenacity to deliver high-quality articles across different beats including health, business, politics, and education for the concerned audience. With over 40 news articles and feature publications, he brings to the fore solid experience in writing, including news writing and reporting, feature, and specialised report writing.

    His works are at the intersection of development and education, providing insights and unearthing the loopholes in Nigeria’s socio-economic landscape. Featured in both national and international media outlets such as Vanguard newspapers, Daily Trust, Economic Confidential, News Digest, Klarity (UK), The Nigerian Grassroots, The Daily Reality etc.

    Catch up with him on LinkedIn

Lagos governor, Sanwo-Olu, Aig Imoukhuede

Zambia pitches copper expansion as US seeks alternatives to China

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Raw nickel ore being transported on a conveyor belt.

Nigeria lifts gold holdings to $3.5bn amid global bullion rally

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Bullion bar

What you need to know about Nigeria’s $769 million Treasury bills auction

Author

  • Paul Chinedu

    Paul Chinedu is a financial writer and business analyst passionate about the intersection of the global economy and Africa. He examines how global trends impact African nations, providing insights that make complex economic issues accessible to all. Through his work.
    Paul aims to foster awareness and dialogue about the challenges and opportunities shaping Africa’s future.

Author

  • Paul Chinedu

    Paul Chinedu is a financial writer and business analyst passionate about the intersection of the global economy and Africa. He examines how global trends impact African nations, providing insights that make complex economic issues accessible to all. Through his work.
    Paul aims to foster awareness and dialogue about the challenges and opportunities shaping Africa’s future.

Nigeria signs $1.3 billion AFC deal for landmark alumina refinery

Author

  • Paul Chinedu

    Paul Chinedu is a financial writer and business analyst passionate about the intersection of the global economy and Africa. He examines how global trends impact African nations, providing insights that make complex economic issues accessible to all. Through his work.
    Paul aims to foster awareness and dialogue about the challenges and opportunities shaping Africa’s future.

Author

  • Paul Chinedu

    Paul Chinedu is a financial writer and business analyst passionate about the intersection of the global economy and Africa. He examines how global trends impact African nations, providing insights that make complex economic issues accessible to all. Through his work.
    Paul aims to foster awareness and dialogue about the challenges and opportunities shaping Africa’s future.

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Why Africa is pushing for its own credit rating system

Author

  • Pelumi Davis

    Pelumi is a freelance writer with over five years of experience spanning content, creative, and academic writing. His work cuts across lifestyle, cryptocurrency, self-improvement, and technical documentation, and he has published academic papers that reflect his blend of curiosity and research. He currently collaborates with Finance in Africa, covering stories on the continent’s financial landscape. Connect with him on LinkedIn and explore his portfolio on Muck Rack.

Author

  • Pelumi Davis

    Pelumi is a freelance writer with over five years of experience spanning content, creative, and academic writing. His work cuts across lifestyle, cryptocurrency, self-improvement, and technical documentation, and he has published academic papers that reflect his blend of curiosity and research. He currently collaborates with Finance in Africa, covering stories on the continent’s financial landscape. Connect with him on LinkedIn and explore his portfolio on Muck Rack.

Private sector buildings

Nigeria’s capital inflow climbs 156% to $11m but investor caution persists 

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Niger secures $91m IMF funding to close spending gap

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Senegal secures $485 million from regional markets ahead of March Eurobond repayments 

Author

  • Blessing Newman

    Newman Blessing is a finance and economic affairs writer passionate about Africa’s macroeconomics and capital markets. With a background in research analysis, audit and policy management, she brings technical depth to her reporting—grounding analysis in financial systems and fiscal accountability.

    She is committed to translating complex financial developments into clear, data-driven insights that help investors, business leaders, and policy-conscious readers understand both risks and opportunities. She also does extensive research on emerging sectors shaping long-term growth across the continent.
    Outside of her work, she enjoys good movies and travelling to new places.

Author

  • Blessing Newman

    Newman Blessing is a finance and economic affairs writer passionate about Africa’s macroeconomics and capital markets. With a background in research analysis, audit and policy management, she brings technical depth to her reporting—grounding analysis in financial systems and fiscal accountability.

    She is committed to translating complex financial developments into clear, data-driven insights that help investors, business leaders, and policy-conscious readers understand both risks and opportunities. She also does extensive research on emerging sectors shaping long-term growth across the continent.
    Outside of her work, she enjoys good movies and travelling to new places.

Why Nigerian CEOs are betting on stronger earnings in 2026

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Why Nigerian CEOs are betting on stronger earnings in 2026

Nigeria leads, Egypt lags as Africa’s private sector posts mixed performance in 2025

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Author

  • Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe

    Amarachi is a finance writer with a knack for turning complex economic data into compelling stories.

    With over half a decade of writing experience—spanning content creation, journalism, and on-the-ground reporting—she found herself in finance by accident but stayed for the thrill of decoding numbers that shape economies.

    Now, she covers the policies, trends, and market shifts that drive Africa’s financial landscape, making crucial information accessible to readers across the continent.

    At Businessfront, Amarachi delivers sharp, data-driven insights tailored for bankers, investors, and finance professionals. She analyses central bank policies, fiscal reforms, and regulatory shifts, translating their impact into actionable intelligence.

    Her coverage spans banking performance, inflation, currency movements, capital markets, fixed income, and corporate earnings—helping industry players navigate risks and opportunities with confidence.

    Connect with her on LinkedIn: Amarachi Orjiude-Ndibe.

Private sector buildings

US travel restrictions risk cutting 120k African business trips annually

Author

  • Pelumi Davis

    Pelumi is a freelance writer with over five years of experience spanning content, creative, and academic writing. His work cuts across lifestyle, cryptocurrency, self-improvement, and technical documentation, and he has published academic papers that reflect his blend of curiosity and research. He currently collaborates with Finance in Africa, covering stories on the continent’s financial landscape. Connect with him on LinkedIn and explore his portfolio on Muck Rack.

Author

  • Pelumi Davis

    Pelumi is a freelance writer with over five years of experience spanning content, creative, and academic writing. His work cuts across lifestyle, cryptocurrency, self-improvement, and technical documentation, and he has published academic papers that reflect his blend of curiosity and research. He currently collaborates with Finance in Africa, covering stories on the continent’s financial landscape. Connect with him on LinkedIn and explore his portfolio on Muck Rack.

Africans travelling at the airport

Africa’s sovereign credit ratings 2025: How Moody’s, S&P, Fitch are repricing risk

Author

  • Pelumi Davis

    Pelumi is a freelance writer with over five years of experience spanning content, creative, and academic writing. His work cuts across lifestyle, cryptocurrency, self-improvement, and technical documentation, and he has published academic papers that reflect his blend of curiosity and research. He currently collaborates with Finance in Africa, covering stories on the continent’s financial landscape. Connect with him on LinkedIn and explore his portfolio on Muck Rack.

Author

  • Pelumi Davis

    Pelumi is a freelance writer with over five years of experience spanning content, creative, and academic writing. His work cuts across lifestyle, cryptocurrency, self-improvement, and technical documentation, and he has published academic papers that reflect his blend of curiosity and research. He currently collaborates with Finance in Africa, covering stories on the continent’s financial landscape. Connect with him on LinkedIn and explore his portfolio on Muck Rack.

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World Bank mulls backing $500 million Rwanda’s equity fund

World Bank mulls backing $500 million Rwanda’s equity fund

The World Bank’s private investment arm, International Finance Corporation (IFC), is considering backing a new $500 million pan-African growth equity fund managed by a Rwandan-headquartered firm.

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South Africa dismantles legacy capital controls in $600bn investment push

South Africa dismantles legacy capital controls in $600bn investment push

At the core of the overhaul is a structural reset—enabling onshore foreign-currency funds and integrating crypto assets into South Africa’s formal exchange control system.

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Shortage of bankable projects deepens Namibia’s $15bn climate funding gap

According to stakeholders, closing the gap will depend on building credible project pipelines, strengthening regulatory frameworks, and deploying blended finance tools to attract private capital.

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Afreximbank rolls out $10bn crisis fund to support African economies, others

Afreximbank rolls out $10bn crisis fund to support African economies, others

The $10bn Gulf Crisis Response Programme (GCRP) seeks to cushion these effects by supporting the import of essential goods, including fuel, liquefied natural gas, fertiliser, pharmaceuticals and food, while easing foreign exchange constraints

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Tanzania backs Africa Finance Corp. with equity investment after rating upgrade

Tanzania backs Africa Finance Corp. with equity investment after rating upgrade

AFC said in a statement on Wednesday that the investment strengthens its pan-African ownership structure and capacity to provide infrastructure financing.

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World Bank bars PwC Africa units over $1.3bn power project 

World Bank bars PwC Africa units over $1.3bn power project 

The misconduct occurred in connection with consultancy contracts on the Eastern Electricity Highway Project, a regional initiative linking Ethiopia and Kenya to boost cross-border electricity trade.

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Ethiopia’s FDI inflows hit $18.6bn in five years as reforms draw investors

Ethiopia’s FDI inflows hit $18.6bn in five years as reforms draw investors

The inflows place the East African nation second only to Egypt on the continent, according to figures cited by government officials, underscoring growing investor confidence in a market long closed off from the rest of the world.

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What you need to know about the Lagos International Financial Centre

What you need to know about the Lagos International Financial Centre

Nigeria is developing the Lagos International Financial Centre to attract global banks, deepen capital markets and position Lagos as a regional hub for international investment flows. Here’s all you need to know.

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Zambia pitches copper expansion as US seeks alternatives to China

Zambia pitches copper expansion as US seeks alternatives to China

Zambia’s mines minister Paul Kabuswe on Tuesday said the government is holding investment discussions with US and other foreign partners as part of a broader strategy to expand output in Africa’s second-largest copper producer.

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Nigeria lifts gold holdings to $3.5bn amid global bullion rally

Nigeria lifts gold holdings to $3.5bn amid global bullion rally

The latest purchase comes at a time when global central banks are rapidly increasing their gold holdings amid rising geopolitical tensions and persistent economic uncertainty.

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What you need to know about Nigeria’s $769 million Treasury bills auction

Nigeria’s central bank auctions ₦1.05 trillion in Treasury bills as markets gauge investor demand and yield direction following the first policy rate cut of the year. We know the results this Thursday.

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Nigeria signs $1.3 billion AFC deal for landmark alumina refinery

Nigeria signs $1.3 billion AFC deal for landmark alumina refinery

The flagship alumina refinery is designed to process approximately 1 million tonnes of bauxite ore per year using a modern Bayer-process flowsheet.Over an expected 20-year lifespan at 95% utilisation, the facility is projected to produce approximately 19 million tonnes

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Why Africa is pushing for its own credit rating system

Why Africa is pushing for its own credit rating system

In the financial world, a credit rating is supposed to be an objective score. In reality, these ratings are often clouded by what many spectators perceive as bias.

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Nigeria’s capital inflow climbs 156% to $11m but investor caution persists 

A growing divergence between Nigeria’s foreign portfolio investments and FDI inflows has reawakened concerns about investor appetite for longer-term commitments in the West African economy.

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Niger secures $91m IMF funding to close spending gap

The total package is split in two: a $61 million disbursement under the Extended Credit Facility, alongside a $30 million commitment from the Resilience and Sustainability Facility, which supports investments aimed at strengthening climate resilience in Niger.

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Senegal secures $485 million from regional markets ahead of March Eurobond repayments 

Senegal secures funding to repay $485m Eurobond dues, sparking a bond rally but raising concerns over rising short-term borrowing risks.

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Why Nigerian CEOs are betting on stronger earnings in 2026

Why Nigerian CEOs are betting on stronger earnings in 2026

The majority of Nigerian chief executives are stepping into 2026 with growing confidence that improved business conditions at home will translate to stronger earnings to their organizations even as growth risks deepen.

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Nigeria leads, Egypt lags as Africa’s private sector posts mixed performance in 2025

Nigeria leads, Egypt lags as Africa’s private sector posts mixed performance in 2025

PMI surveys show Nigeria and Uganda sustaining expansion in 2025, while Egypt, Kenya and South Africa lagged, reflecting divergent inflation trends, currency pressures and uneven domestic demand.

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US travel restrictions risk cutting 120k African business trips annually

US travel restrictions risk cutting 120k African business trips annually

The United States recently expanded travel restrictions targeting citizens from multiple African countries, suspending entry for several key visa categories starting January 1, 2026.

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Africa’s sovereign credit ratings 2025: How Moody’s, S&P, Fitch are repricing risk

Africa’s sovereign credit ratings 2025: How Moody’s, S&P, Fitch are repricing risk

Africa heads into 2026 with sovereign credit assessments that reflect a continent moving at different speeds. Ratings from Moody’s, S&P Global Ratings, and Fitch Ratings now show a wider gap between countries

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