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The final meeting ahead of the Africa Forward Summit which takes place in Nairobi, Kenya. (@ForeignOfficeKE/X)

From summits to substance: Europe’s chance to meet Africa on its terms

The clustering of Africa summits in 2026 is not coincidental. It reflects a continent whose geopolitical and economic weight is growing and whose governments are increasingly…

Barbados and Zambia’s leaders call for fix to global financial system

World leaders and governments must do much more to modernise international financial systems so that they serve everyone, not just the wealthiest nations

Residents live in fear as they find themselves in the middle of a power struggle between three waring royal families.

Financial sector feels the heat

Its equality scorecard appears to be on track but critics claim that the reality is somewhat different.

Some small to medium businesses are taking as long as 180 days to settle debts, according to an assessment by international insurer Allianz Trade

Banks can’t do business as usual

The Basel III global reforms to strengthen bank supervision and regulation are kicking in, affecting how finance can operate elsewhere in Africa.

Investors saddled with reform risk

New regulations will require investors to bear the risk of South African bank failures.

Papandreou: Greek rescue a matter of national survival

Papandreou: Greek rescue a matter of national survival

The Greek prime minister, George Papandreou, on Friday called the country’s austerity programme a matter of national survival.

Obama tackles Wall Street reform in next big push

Obama tackles Wall Street reform in next big push

Fresh from his victory on landmark healthcare legislation, United States President Barack Obama is ready to take on Wall Street.