Financial Literacy

THE LIGHTNING IMPACT OF AFRICAN START-UPS: OPENING UP TO THE WORLD

INTRODUCTION  Africa, a continent experiencing rapid demographic and economic expansion, proves to be fertile ground for the emergence of dynamic start-ups. This entrepreneurial fervour, driven by local talent, hints at a promising future for the African continent. This article highlights the significant and major impact of African start-ups.   An

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Essential technical skills: The key to employability

ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL SKILLS: THE SOLUTION FOR EMPLOYABILITY

INTRODUCTION  In Burkina Faso, as in many regions of the world, youth employability is an essential challenge to address. While the youth represent a significant portion of the population, the lack of formal job opportunities and appropriate professional skills creates major barriers. However, there is a glimmer of hope: Essential

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Investment by istock

FINANCIAL LITERACY AS A PATHWAY TO IMPROVE EFFECTIVENESS OF FINANCIAL SERVICE IN AFRICA

Introduction is a global trend which plays a vital role with substantial impact in economic development particularly in improvement of access to financial service. With this respect, financial technology has become a main target for effective financial literacy among the rural households in Africa. The augmentation of financial literacy due

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Commercial real estate financing

INTRODUCING COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE FINANCING IN SOUTH AFRICA’S TOWNSHIPS

INTRODUCTION  Over the years, the issue of access to the domain has been viewed as secluded by most potential investors and other stakeholders and even worse for the township inhabitants in South Africa. In addition, interested parties or stakeholders opted for less demanding business venture alternatives such as investing in

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Digital Finance

Digital Finance in Africa: How the Regulatory Framework Can Catch up with Innovation and Fraud

Introduction  Digitalization is reshaping the financial sector with new opportunities and challenges. But the regulatory framework is lagging behind the rapid changes, exposing users and providers to fraud and cybercrime risks. To make digital finance successful and sustainable in Africa, legal innovation and building competent regulatory bodies is as important

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Online Income

Innovative ways to generate online Income

Introduction Despite the prevalence of opportunities brought about by the internet, many individuals remain confined by financial hardships. Nevertheless, a plethora of life-altering prospects are within reach. With the advent of the digital age, a multitude of online job opportunities have emerged, effectively combating poverty. Today, I am poised to

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Budget Finance

Equipping African Youth for Education and Financial Success through Financial Literacy

Introduction In today’s rapidly changing world, education is the cornerstone of progress, and Africa’s youth are poised to shape the continent’s future. However, education extends beyond textbooks and classrooms. Empowering young Africans with financial literacy is an essential step towards ensuring their educational success and fostering a bright future. This

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African Energy

The Rush for African Energy

Africa is rich in untapped fossil fuel reserves, gaining interest from Western investors for export revenue. Especially in the years of the War in Ukraine, Western governments seek to provide an alternative to their reliance on Russian energy sources. Despite hosting 17% of the world’s population with vast natural gas

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