How Fintech lenders can help SMEs unlock post-pandemic recovery
Larger and more traditional lenders cannot usually meet the needs of SMEs, but alternative lenders, powered by fintech, are beginning to address the challenge.
SAA: Selling off the family junk?
The floundering South African Airways has been partially privatised but the way it’s been done does not bode well for its future.
Rating agencies risk condemning Africa to penury
The avalanche of sovereign credit rating downgrades for African countries will see the region suffer terrible consequences. A balanced approach is urgently required.
Time for the continent to reform its lobbying laws
Reforms that define a legal framework for the lobbying industry could be a game-changer for transparency, investment and policymaking in Africa.
Afrijet CEO looks forward to growth as pandemic restrictions ease
As for other airlines, 2020 was not a good year for the Gabonese regional carrier, but it is preparing for the start of a new phase of expansion in 2022-25.
Moza Banco: Turning adversity into triumph
CEO João Figueiredo discusses banking and the wider economic situation in Mozambique with African Banker editor Anver Versi.
Airbus adapts to turbulent aviation market
Africa’s long-term growth fundamentals are strong, but aircraft sales are down and carriers will not fully recover from the crisis until at least 2023, says Airbus’s Africa chief.
Moving traditional banking into the digital age
Ecobank's senior fintech adviser answers our questions about the potential of fintech in African banking.
What does building back better in Africa look like?
African governments face an uncertain future around their sources of financing, but maybe it's time to only embrace external actors whose involvement advances African goals.
Pandemic is opportunity for Kenya to refocus on agriculture, says minister
While Kenya is known for sectors like technology, agriculture still forms the backbone of its economy, and the government’s aim is to achieve 7% annual growth in the sector.