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Nigeria: Inflation – NBS Reaffirms Commitment to Data Transparency
[This Day] Abuja — National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), yesterday, reaffirmed its commitment to transparency and quality data publication, promising to continue to provide technical explanations to aid public understanding of statistical outcomes.
Kenya: CBK Warns Banks Against High Lending Rates, Threatens Heavy Penalties
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has warned commercial banks against failing to lower interest rates in line with monetary policy adjustments under the Risk-Based Credit Pricing Model (RBCPM). Appearing before the National Assemb…
Nigeria: We’re Making Progress in Stabilising Fx Market, Curbing Inflation – CBN
[Daily Trust] The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is beginning to see signs of progress in stabilising the foreign exchange (FX) market and curbing inflation, as recent policy reforms start to yield results.
Kenya: Geopolitical Tensions, Weather, Forex Fluctuations Hit Kakuzi Results
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Adverse weather, foreign currency fluctuations, and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East created a tough trading environment for listed superfoods producer Kakuzi Plc in 2024, leading to a pre-tax loss of Sh167 million, the …
Africa: Why Africa is Turning Out to be the New Frontier of Crypto Transactions
[InfoWire] In the last couple of years, crypto has been making a lot of headway in Africa, becoming exceedingly popular. Well, some countries have embraced crypto regulations while others still remain cautious, making crypto a hot topic all over. Count…
Africa: Bitcoin Price Trends and the Future of Digital Transactions in Africa
[InfoWire] There’s an increasing acceptance of Bitcoin on the African continent. More businesses, individuals and even financial organizations are using cryptocurrency to transact as an alternative to traditional banking systems. With the economies of …
Malawi: Malawi’s Hidden Forex Leak – the Diaspora Role in Breaking Our Financial System
[Nyasa Times] I fully support the Reserve Bank of Malawi Governor’s directive to reject import payments not processed through the formal local banking system.
Zambia: Zambia’s Fx Reserves Hit Record-High but Currency Woes Persist
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Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Has No Foreign Currency Shortage – RBZ
[The Herald] The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has said there is no shortage of foreign currency in the economy and even pointed out that supply exceeded demand from entities with valid foreign invoices.
Nigeria: Viral Video Doesn’t Show Naira Notes Discovered in Delta State, Nigeria in 2025, but 2022 Incident in Benue State
[Africa Check] Viral video doesn’t show naira notes discovered in Delta state, Nigeria in 2025, but 2022 incident in Benue state