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African shares are set for another humdinger year
A weaker dollar and bargain-basement valuations could again herald bumper returns in 2026…
Claiming the ground beneath the elephants: Africa’s new geopolitical challenge
Africa is facing a new squeeze between rival powers. This time its critical minerals and infrastructure are in play. Co-operation is crucial for leverage…
The world is obsessed with Victoria Falls. Why aren’t we?
Victoria Falls is less than two hours from Joburg, and it offers everything from world-class nature to old-school hospitality…
Does Nedbank have ‘deal fever’ with ‘pricey’ Kenyan takeover?
The purchase of Kenya’s NCBA may give Nedbank a fast entry into East Africa, but analysts question the price and potential impact on shareholder…
BEST OF 2025: Hidden in plain sight: Why you must visit JCAF
Explore JCAF: Joburg’s must-visit art foundation showcasing cutting-edge Global South artists in a bold, curated space inside a historic tram shed…
Africa in 2026: Harsh trade realities, yet big growth still possible
US tariffs will add an extra $5bn to African export costs, while China and the Middle East become much bigger players in African FDI…
Africa’s big bet: $15.2bn mobilised for mega-projects
The recent African Investment Forum secured $15.2bn for the continent’s most significant and bankable public-private partnerships…
From fans to finance: Is sport Africa’s new growth story?
Africa could benefit from a rising interest in sport as an asset class. No longer just about recreation, the sector is attracting structured investment…
Barrick blinks as Mali muscles in
Barrick’s ‘pragmatic’ capitulation is no long-term win for Mali’s mining sector…
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