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Kenyan specialty tea farmers gain access to premium global markets
Kenyan specialty tea farmers are set to benefit from a new offtake and promotional agreement that connects local producers to premium international buyers and raises the global profile of Kenyan purple tea. The agreement brings together Palais des Thés, Gatanga...
dfcu She Powers Uganda Economy series – Hajjat Rehema Nankya’s hardware success story
As part of their She Powers Uganda’s Economy series, dfcu Bank spotlights women entrepreneurs whose resilience, discipline, and innovation are helping to grow Uganda’s economy. Hajjat Rehema Nankya is one such entrepreneur, who launched her hardware business in 2012...
Driving agricultural mechanisation through smarter financing in Zambia
Zambia is taking a bold step toward modernising its agricultural sector through smarter financing solutions. Access to equipment is often the biggest barrier for farmers, but a new initiative is changing that. Zambia National Commercial Bank (Zanaco) PLC has become...
Arise digitising into your future conference 2026
We are proud to have successfully concluded our Digitising into your future conference. This two day event brought together leaders from banking, fintech, and the broader financial services industry to explore how Africa’s financial sector is evolving, and what it...
NMB Bank launches Tanzania’s first wearable payments technology
NMB Bank has set a national milestone with the introduction of wearable payments technology, marking the first of its kind in Tanzania. Through the innovative NMB Tap wearables—rings, wristbands, and phone stickers—customers can now enjoy seamless digital transactions...
Ecobank celebrates an outstanding 2025, with awards across Africa
Ecobank has been recognised with multiple prestigious international awards in 2025, marking a standout year for the Group as it also celebrates its 40th anniversary. In a milestone year that reflects both legacy and momentum, Ecobank received top honours from leading...
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