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dfcu CEO master class invests in the next generation of leaders

dfcu CEO master class invests in the next generation of leaders

by zeenat.parker@ariseinvest.com | Jul 10, 2026 | News, Newsletter, Newsletter July 2026

dfcu Bank has completed the first cohort of its CEO master class, a leadership programme designed to strengthen the capability needed to execute strategy and sustain performance. Over the year, high potential employees participated in workshops, mentoring and peer...
Arise awarded Gold BlueMark rating

Arise awarded Gold BlueMark rating

by zeenat.parker@ariseinvest.com | Jul 10, 2026 | Newsletter, News

Arise has received a Gold BlueMark rating, providing independent validation of its impact management practices and impact reporting. The rating reflects the strength of Arise’s approach across strategy, governance, management and reporting. For Arise, impact is...
Arise Zanaco innovation challenge turns ideas into measurable value

Arise Zanaco innovation challenge turns ideas into measurable value

by zeenat.parker@ariseinvest.com | Jul 10, 2026 | News, Newsletter, Newsletter July 2026

In June, Arise and Zanaco announced the winners of the Arise Zanaco Innovation Challenge, with the strongest ideas now moving into implementation. Focused on revenue growth, cost efficiency, digital transformation, SME growth and customer experience, the challenge...
Digitising into your future conference: Adapt or die

Digitising into your future conference: Adapt or die

by zeenat.parker@ariseinvest.com | Jul 10, 2026 | News, Newsletter, Newsletter July 2026

In March, Arise brought together more than 100 investee CEOs, chairpersons and senior executives from Africa and Europe to address a critical question: how can banks turn digital ambition into profitable execution before relevance and market share are lost?...
Arise announces key promotions within the investment team

Arise announces key promotions within the investment team

by Arise Invest | Jan 30, 2025 | Newsletter

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Andani Madzena to Investment Manager and Ariane Scheepers to Senior Investment Associate. Andani’s promotion highlights her dedication and consistent track record of achieving impactful results. In her new role, she will...
Financial crime detection: Enhancing effectiveness and efficiency with AI

Financial crime detection: Enhancing effectiveness and efficiency with AI

by Arise Invest | Jan 30, 2025 | News, Newsletter

Financial institutions face the daunting task of combatting financial crime. Traditional rule-based systems, while once reliable, are increasingly struggling to keep up with the complexity and sophistication of modern threats. These static systems often generate false...
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