Securitising African Commodity-Backed Debentures: Pricing for Value Preservation, Risk Transfer and Market Integrity By Bill Gonyora   Introduction: From Commodities to Capital Markets African commodity-backed debentures represent a critical evolution in the continent’s capital markets. By transforming real, productive commodity assets—agricultural output, minerals, energy and...

Zimbabwe Women Microfinance bank, created with a special mission to empower women economically and socially by offering access to savings, loans, and financial tools that many had never experienced before, became a game changer for Fadzai an entrepreneur in Chiredzi who had struggled financially to sustain her enterprise. Fadzai, a 27-year-old entrepreneur, is among many female entrepreneurs...

An African woman’s journey to financial freedomBy Dr. Mandas Marikanda Money is not just a means of exchange, it is a mirror. It reflects our fears, values, hopes and the stories we tell ourselves about what we deserve. For the African woman, money carries an even deeper psychology, shaped by history, culture and survival. It is not merely a financial tool; it is emotional, spiritual,...

Preparing children for a new school term is often a financial juggling act for many families. To make this process easier and more affordable, Co-op Pay SACCO has launched eduSave — a savings plan that allows parents and guardians to put aside money over the three months leading to the new term and enjoy a 10% discount when purchasing their...

At eduBox, we believe that preparing children for school goes beyond delivering books, uniforms, and supplies. It’s also about equipping them with the knowledge and skills they’ll need for life. That’s why we’re proud to introduce eduBox Money Matters — a free financial literacy course offered to every child who receives an eduBox. What is eduBox Money...