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As we mark 30 years of democracy in South Africa, the London Investment Week provides a dynamic platform for fostering deeper collaboration between South Africa and the United Kingdom.

With opportunities for infrastructure development, a wealth of natural resources and a growing consumer market, East Africa is an increasingly attractive investment option.

Digital technologies like AI and machine learning highlight why corporate treasurers need a data-enabled FX provider.

Including gold in a diversified investment portfolio can enhance risk-adjusted returns – especially in volatile markets.

When detached from the intricate realities of Africa’s economic environment, financial risk management strategies that may prove successful elsewhere often falter.

The Macro and Risk Management Conference showcases Absa’s ability to help clients understand the world around them by bringing together global experts and utilising our thought leadership capabilities. The conference also encourages our clients to shift from day-to-day information flow and focus on the bigger strategic picture.

Banking is no longer the “boys club” it once was. Absa’s success is built on the priceless contributions of its female staff. In this video Vuyo Mafrika, Head of Clients Solutions Group for the Africa Regional Operations; Mpume Myeza, Head: Corporate FX Flow at Absa CIB; and Bulelwa Soyamba, Director of Structured Sales at Absa CIB; share their experiences of being a woman in banking, and offer some advice to their younger peers.

Digital currencies – whether stablecoins or issued by central banks – are disrupting the cross-border payment space. What are the risks and opportunities for corporate treasurers?

Blockchain technology is revolutionising industries across the globe, driving financial inclusion, enhancing transparency, and fostering economic growth.

We often hear that there is a “war for talent” – particularly in emerging markets where the changing world of work has meant that the best and brightest now have the opportunity to move not only into exciting new types of work in technology-driven businesses, but also into businesses in places like the US, UK and China.

The copper price is one of the best predictors of global economic and foreign exchange (forex, or FX) trends. In this episode of Coffee Break Commerce we explain why rand investors should pay closer attention to Doctor Copper.

Africa is still many years away from a common currency, but for businesses across the continent, PAPSS is ably filling the gap.