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Kenya & South Africa Dominate Africa’s Private Capital Boom in 2024—Here’s Why Investors Can’t Get Enough!

In 2024, Africa’s private capital investment landscape has seen remarkable growth, with Kenya and South Africa emerging as the continent’s frontrunners. These two nations have become the epicenters of venture capital, private equity, and other forms of private investments, driving innovation, job creation, and economic transformation. But what’s behind this surge? Why are Kenya and…

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Africa Calls for $120 Billion Development Fund: A Push for Fair Financial Reforms

October 22, 2024 – In a bold move, African leaders and economists are rallying for a $120 billion development fund aimed at leveling the financial playing field in a system where low-income countries often bear disproportionate debt burdens. With mounting challenges from debt servicing to climate crisis responses, Africa’s leaders argue the current global financial…

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