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East African markets are witnessing a spike in investor interest on the government bonds and treasury bills with Kenya and Uganda leading in new issuances. 

East Africa market watch

Latest survey from TLP Advisory shows 51 per cent of surveyed startups report difficulties in securing funding due to currency volatility. Meanwhile, the survey highlights angel investors emerging as a crucial support. 

TLP Advisory: 51% of startups face dificulties in securing funding

Nigeria and India are eyeing increased investment flows and partnerships following talks between President Bola Tinubu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Nigeria.

How India's prime minister's visit will spur deeper partnerships with Nigeria 

Ecobank Group CEO, Jeremy Awori opened the market today at the London Stock Exchange as the Pan-African lender marks the successful $400mn Eurobond Issuance on the London Stock Exchange. He joins CNBC Africa for more on the outing. 

Ecobank marks successful $400mn Eurobond issuance at LSE

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa took over the G20 chairmanship yesterday, the first time the country is chairing the global forum. 

South Africa takes over G20 chairmanship

Access to clean water and sanitation is critical to building sustainable, climate-resilient communities. 

Finding solutions to Africa’s water crisis

The private aviation sector is soaring across Africa, with its growth not only reshaping travel but also driving economic impact. Air transport supports 7.7 million jobs across the continent and contributes $63 billion to GDP.

Unpacking African corporate air travel trends

The RMB/BER Business Confidence Index latest report climbs to 45 points in Q4 2024, up from 38 in the previous quarter. 

SA inflation drops to 4-year low 

The vegetable coffee market has seen notable growth, particularly as more consumers seek alternatives to traditional coffee due to health, lifestyle, and sustainability concerns. 

Vegetable coffee market and emerging trends

As digital payments reshape Africa’s economy, the focus on robust payment acceptance infrastructure has never been more critical. 

Network International acquisition of DPO Pay Africa to reshape digital payments

Reining in illicit financial flows has been one of the major highlights at the G20 Summit in Brazil. 

Can Africa curb the appetite for illicit financial flows?

Deputy Finance Minister, Ashor Sarupen joins CNBC Africa for more.

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