Ghana: A rising star on the global real estate stage
If you miss the red-hot real estate deals of ten years ago, take heart. Those kinds of deals may be few and far between in your country…but in Ghana, they are still plentiful. Ghana, an English-speaking West African nation endowed with a wealth of natural resources, has witnessed significant economic growth and stability in recent
Ethiopia and Kenya to become Sub-Sahara’s 3rd and 4th largest economies after Nigeria and South Africa – IMF
The struggle for economic supremacy between Kenya and Ethiopia has largely been a competition for foreign investment in industrial and agricultural sectors, with South Africa and Ethiopia having an edge in attracting foreign capital. Even as Ethiopia extends its lead, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts that Kenya’s GDP will grow larger than Angola’s this
NANTA, TOUGHA partner for first African Tourism Conference in South Africa
The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) has collaborated with the Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA) to organise the maiden edition of the African Tourism Conference to hold in South Africa in May . President of NANTA, Mrs Susan Akporiaye, who gave an highlight of the association’s programmes in April and May to
NANTA hinges bilateral cooperation, unity on tourism | The Guardian Nigeria News
The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) has said tourism is capable of ending the xenophobic issues between Nigeria and South Africa. NANTA President, Susan Akporiaye, said this in Lagos, at a media conference to announce the association’s 47th yearly general meeting holding in Abuja, and on the Africa tourism conference powered by the
Nigeria and Ghana inaugurate payment systems in their respective currencies-breakinglatest.news-Breaking Latest News
35 A boost for intra-African trade: Prudential Bank Limited (PBL), a local financial institution, has successfully completed its first transaction through the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) in Nigeria. The transaction was initiated in cedis, the currency of Ghana, on behalf of a bank customer, which was immediately received by the beneficiary in Nigeria
Six ways South Africa is boosting the critical minerals industry
South Africa’s vast reserves of critical minerals present a huge opportunity for the country to accelerate economic growth and boost employment creation while ensuring the energy transition is just and inclusive. In this regard, the South African government has implemented a number of measures aimed at scaling-up investment, increasing exploration and production while optimizing the
Ghana to get IMF bailout in May – Ken Ofori-Atta assures
Ofori Atta speaking to Eurobond holders at an Investors Presentation Forum said Ghana has made significant progress in terms of restructuring its debt and called on external creditors to support the country’s application for an IMF programme. “We do at this time expect an IMF board approval in May [2023] and contemplate a rapid negotiation
Moni’s community-based model redefines access to loans for small businesses in Nigeria
Traditional financial institutions have created a staggering USD 421 billion credit gap in Africa, as SMEs — which represent over 90% of businesses on the continent — struggle to obtain working capital. Moni, a Y Combinator-backed financial services platform, is set to transform access to business loans for African SMEs by capitalizing on community trust
23 startup incubators and accelerators in Nigeria (2023)
Nigeria is home to a growing community of entrepreneurs who are driving innovation and economic growth. One key factor that can help these entrepreneurs succeed is access to resources, mentorship, and funding. This is where startup incubators and accelerators come in. These programs provide support and guidance to early-stage companies, helping them to refine their
Next Titan Africa 2023 for Young African Entrepreneurs ($100,000 grand prize) – Opportunity Desk
Deadline: May 1, 2023 Applications for the Next Titan Africa 2023 are now open. The Next Titan Africa is a 12-week Entrepreneurial Reality TV show, and it gives an opportunity to young talented Africans who have great, innovative and unbeatable business ideas, to compete against one another in real-life entrepreneurial challenges in a bid to