Ghana is starting to flex its muscles after becoming the newest member of Africa’s oil club, but how will it become a major player? Mark Dunne reports.
Africa
Rwanda’s new stock exchange is a welcome development for the country’s capital markets. Companies and investors alike are ready for action, writes Mark Dunne.
Standard Bank has reaffirmed its dedication to the continent. Its head of investment banking tells EMEA Finance why.
In the second of a series of columns exploring topical treasury and transaction banking issues, Dominic Broom discusses the growth of the Islamic finance sector and the role that conventional institutions can play in the development of Islamic liquidity management.
There’s work to be done in developing local currency debt markets. Everyone has their part to play. Tim Burke reports.
South African banks debate which business model is the most effective to support their expansion plans and the creation of a sustainable interregional banking network for Africa.
After two decades at HSBC, Alan Keir has been made global head of commercial banking - he tells Tim Burke about his plans.
Banks have given the covered bond market a bumper start to the year. But these traditionally secure investments face new challenges, reports Tim Burke.
With anti-government protests across North Africa turning in riots, the cost to business has been high. Political-risk insurers may have to foot the bill. Mark Dunne reports.
Sun, sea, sand and a surprisingly strong banking system – Mauritius has much to offer. Tim Burke reports.
Emerging markets continue to benefit from carbon credit schemes. With Russia now in the game, expect a busy 2011. Mark Dunne reports.