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The Africa Financial Industry Summit-AFIS and Deloitte released their third edition African Financial Industry Barometer. Based on an in-depth survey to be conducted in the second half of 2023, the barometer offers insight into Africa’s progress towards building a world-class financial industry. Optimism about the short-term macroeconomic outlook One overwhelming 95% Financial industry leaders are optimistic about the economic outlook over the next three years despite macroeconomic uncertainties and tensions in financial markets. However, the industry is strengthening asset-liability management (ALM), risk management (mainly cyber security), and capital management in response to persistent inflation and the potential for tighter interest…

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Dancer Afronita, who recently toured the UK with her protégé, Abigail of the Talented Kidz fameIt is uncertain how long the beloved dancer will stay in the UK A post about her upcoming dance class in London has caught the attention of her adoring fansOn February 7, 2024, Ghanaian dancer and viral sensation Afronita embarked on her first international trip to the UK on business. The dancer arrived in Manchester with her protégé Abigail of Talented Kidz season 14 fame. In a new post seen by YEN.com.gh, Afronita announced her latest effort, exciting dozens of fans who flocked the comments…

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The United States’ decision to temporarily freeze approvals for new liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports will have mixed effects on African exporters and importers of the commodity.Announcing the move in late January, the Biden administration said it was halting approvals for new LNG construction proposals on environmental grounds.“Today, the Biden-Harris administration is announcing a temporary pause in pending decisions on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) exports to countries outside the FTA until the Department of Energy can update the underlying analyzes for permitting…Today, we have an evolving understanding of the need of the market for LNG, the long-term supply of LNG…

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Akinwumi Adesina, president of the African Development Bank, said inflationary pressures on the continent remain “entrenched”. Photo: Nipah Dennis/AFP/FileSource: AFPAfrica saw the pace of economic growth slow last year as inflation continued to rise, but is set to recover this year, the African Development Bank said on Friday.In its latest report on the state of the continent’s economy, the ADB said Africa has yet to benefit from the fall in inflation seen elsewhere in the world.By contrast, average inflation rose 3.6 percentage points to 17.8 percent last year, the highest rate in a decade.”Inflationary pressures in Africa remain entrenched and…

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Health Minister-designate Dr. Bernard Okoye-Boi has said he will work with health workers to find ways to reduce the number of health professionals traveling abroad in search of greener pastures. In his first interview after assuming office on February 14, Dr. Okoye-Boi emphasized that sometimes it is not the programs implemented by governments or leaders that are important, but the initiatives and cooperation that have a significant impact on the sentiments of social groups. . He told Bernard Avre: City Breakfast Show upon City FM “Sometimes it’s not the program you introduce, it’s the relationships you build and maintain, and…

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In the heart of Accra, a determined and dynamic march of sports journalists and football enthusiasts took to the streets in a unified call for a seismic shift in the governance of Ghanaian football. Dubbed the ‘Save Ghana Football’ demonstration, this movement emerged in the wake of the Black Stars’ disappointing showing at the 2023 African Cup of Nations, sparking a heated debate over the future of the country’s beloved sport. On a day marked by impassioned chants and the vibrant colors of national pride, the protesters presented a petition to the highest echelons of sports administration in Ghana, laying…

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South Africa 75 and 67 for 3 (Tucker 27*, Brits 18*, Garth 2-8) Australia 575 for 9 Dec (Sutherland 210, Healy 99, Mooney 78, Gardner 65, Tryon 3-81) by 432 runsAnnabel Sutherland broke a host of records after scoring a towering double century on day two as a ruthless Australia sealed a comprehensive Test win against South Africa at the WACA.After toiling for 125.2 overs on the pitch, a tired South Africa showed little resistance and, like their first innings of 76, the top order simply hustled and pushed to provide practice to catch Australia’s packed string.Captain Anneke Bosch finished…

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The Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, will officially launch the “Tap & Go Transport Initiativeon Monday 19 February 2024. The initiative aims to formalize and harmonize the informal transport sector through the implementation of proven and well-structured technological solutions. Zoom out The application was piloted by Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) in December last year. Navigated Accra areas incl Airport, East Legon, University of Ghana, Circle/Kaneshie, and Danceman. Digging deeper The Tap n’ Go app has features such as “private drop” (private cars that act as taxis) and “metered service” (where a passenger immediately stops a taxi…

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Ghanaian actress Nadia Buari showed off her son in an adorable video while singing and dancing and praising GodShe held him in one hand while the other supported him. however, the little boy was unable to turn his head despite his mother’s movementMany people greeted the baby because he understood how privacy meant a lot to his motherSeasoned Ghanaian actress Nadia Buari showed off her adorable son in a video that has melted the hearts of many as they congratulate her on finally having a boy after four girls.Nadia Buari shows off her son. Image credit: @iamnadiabuariSource: InstagramNadia Buari showed…

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Posted by: Friday, February 16, 2024 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 coach Emerse Fae is the latest addition to the ever-growing list of African tacticians who have orchestrated a continental title. The 34u The edition of Africa’s most prestigious competition concluded on Sunday, February 11 with a classic African tie between tournament hosts Ivory Coast and Nigeria, which saw the hosts lift their third continental title thanks to a comeback win 2-1 in Ebimpe. The historic feat came under the astute guidance of 40-year-old Emerse Fae, who took over the reigns from Jean-Louis Gasset after the…

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