Nigeria
Nigeria: SEC Commits to Transparency and Fairness in Fintech Regulation
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring transparency and integrity in regulating the country’s fintech sector. During a ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: SEC to Unveil Fintech Guidelines in 2025 – Agama
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced plans to introduce comprehensive regulations for the country’s fintech sector by 2025. In a statement ...
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Nigeria: IFRS Applauds Nigeria’s Progress in Sustainability Reporting
The International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Foundation has commended Nigeria for its significant strides in sustainability reporting, highlighting the country’s efforts to align ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: Telecom Operators Urge Action to Resolve N250bn USSD Debt
The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) has urged regulators to implement concrete measures to address the lingering N250 billion debt owed ...
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Nigeria: Lagos State Enhances Revenue Collection with AI-Powered Tax System Training
The Lagos State Government has advanced its efforts to meet its 2025 revenue goals by equipping 450 revenue officers with expertise in the ...
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Nigeria: How Inflation, Forex Reforms, and Recapitalization Shaped Nigeria’s Banking Sector in 2024
The Nigerian banking sector in 2024 was marked by significant policy changes driven by surging inflation, foreign exchange (forex) reforms, and a recapitalization ...
Botswana
Botswana Central Bank Highlights Minimal Crypto Risks, Stresses Need for Regulation
Botswana’s central bank has identified minimal immediate risks to the country’s financial stability from cryptocurrency markets but has emphasized the importance of proactive ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: Payaza Secures N50 Billion Commercial Paper Approval from FMDQ
In a landmark financial achievement, Payaza, a leading African financial services provider, has received approval from FMDQ Exchange for a N50 billion Commercial ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: PenOp to Introduce New Pension Service Providers
The Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria (PenOp) has announced plans to introduce four pension service solution providers starting April 1, 2025. This ...
Nigeria
Nigeria: CBN Ramps Up FX Sales to Defend Naira Amid Market Pressures
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) intensified its efforts to stabilize the naira by conducting aggressive forex interventions over four consecutive trading days. ...