An introduction to this edition's section on capital-markets activity in the industry.

Saudi banks are profitable, liquid and well-capitalised. As the kingdom’s non-oil sector becomes more important for economic growth, they’ll be called on for support. Tim Burke reports.

Kenya's Kinangop windfarm; Qatar's RAF A2 desalination plant; a rise in project finance; and more.

Although Angola’s oil-driven economy continues to grow, a large number of companies and individuals are missing out on the spoils. Rod James looks at the reasons behind this, the effect it is having on the broader economy, and what the country’s banks can do.

Reshaped, reformed and re-energised during the past four years, Nigeria’s banks are moving at a fast pace.

The bond and loan markets have helped TMT players from across EMEA to raise fresh funding, with some new names attracting investors’ attention. Tim Burke reports.

Building a bank in a business can give treasury teams greater control over a range of financial functions, writes Liz Salecka.

As the Middle East’s telecoms giants outgrow their home markets, North Africa is emerging as the place to be. Rod James reports.

The Abu Dhabi National Energy Company’s decision to form an in-house bank four years ago has saved the business time, effort and money.

Ambitious private-equity firms are creating industry-leading firms and a lot of value from their TMT investments. Tim Burke reports.

New hires at Bank Ahli, Nedbank Private Wealth, Societe Generale and more.

Mobile uptake in sub-Saharan Africa is slowing dramatically. Rod James examines what’s holding back growth, what it means for investment and what can be done about it.