Category: Africa-Caribbean News

“Non-interest Finance is for all Ghanaians”-(Speakers & Panelists)

……….As NIFIC 2026 edition ends in Accra by: Mohammed A. Abu Ghana’s financial sector stakeholders comprising the key regulatory institutions, captains of industry, local and external non-Interest finance industry experts and members of the academia representing diverse faiths, have unanimously emphasized that non-interest banking is entirely universal and ethical. It is focused, they contended, on risk-sharing, fairness, and transparency rather than serving as a faith-exclusive platform as the curtains were dawn on the Islamic Finance Research Institute of Ghana (IFRIG’s) hosted Islamic Finance International Conference (NIFIC) 2026 edition in Accra,…

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Akuna Group Advances Commonwealth Creative Economy Partnerships

Sierra Leone and Kenya signed Statements of Intent with The Akuna Group (https://AkunaLearning.com/) at CHOGM 2026, becoming founding champions of the Commonwealth Creative Economy Partnership according to an official statement issued on Friday.The voluntary, country-led initiative, the statement said, seeks to connect talent with skills, investment, enterprise and markets across the Commonwealth and beyond. At the Akuna Moment of Engagement,it said, Sierra Leone and Kenya signed Statements of Intent with The Akuna Group. The signatories were Chief Minister Dr David Moinina Sengeh for Sierra Leone, Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs…

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Role of Accountants brought to the fore

…… As NIFIC 2026 Opens in Accra on Saturday by: Mohammed A. Abu Alhaj jYusif Geoffrey, President, of the Ghana Association of Muslim Accountants(GAMA) has called on all fellow professional accountants in Ghana irrespective of their religious persuasions to consider the fact that, they have a crucial role to play in Ghana’s upcoming Non-Interest Banking and Finance industry. Mr. Geofrey also intimates,” non-interest finance will succeed in Ghana only if its numbers can be trusted. “That is our work as Professional Accountants. Transparency, substance over form and sound assurance are…

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Mentoring Young Achievers…NWR launches Noble Kids Platform

Report: Mohammed A.Abu  Noble World Records (NWR) has announced  the public launch and inauguration of Noble Kids, a dedicated online platform for children, parents, schools, and educators, says  an official statement issued in Lucknow, Wednesday, and signed by Shoaib ANSARI, Head Records-NWR-ISE ,Noble World Records. Inaugurated by Dr. Mohammad Seraj Ansari, Global Chairman & Editor-in-Chief of NWR and Global Chairman of the World Economic Forum of Asia-Africa, the statement said, the platform  aims to encourage children to explore their abilities, build confidence and discover new possibilities, provides parents and educators…

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Electric motorcycles and battery-swapping technology enter Ghana

…..As Spiro expands  pan-African footprint Spiro’s entry into Ghana introduces the Ekon 450 M1 V3 electric motorcycle and its battery-swapping solution, bringing a new mobility option to commercial riders and delivery fleets. The integrated offering aims to reduce daily operating costs and minimise downtime, with battery swaps completed in just two minutes and potential savings of up to USD 2 per day compared with petrol-powered motorcycles. Test rides and product demonstrations across Greater Accra will support the rollout and help riders experience the benefits of electric mobility. Spiro (www.Spironet.com), Africa’s…

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Binance aids African police in fighting crypto scams

Binance (www.Binance.com), the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency exchange is working with police across Africa to catch the criminals behind online scams according to an official statement issued in Johannesburg, Wednesday.By showing investigators where money goes after a scam,the statement noted, Binance is helping to turn reports from victims into real arrests. Scams often start with a simple message such as an investment offer that sounds too good to be true, a fake job or someone pretending to be a police officer. Once a victim pays, scammers move the…

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Africa’s Carbon Markets Gain New Momentum

The Carbon Markets Africa Summit (CMAS) (https://apo-opa.co/3W8fxUo) 2026 concluded in Kigali with new financing initiatives and practical discussions on how African countries can develop credible carbon projects, attract investment and secure greater value for their communities according to an official statement issued in Kigali, Wednesday.   Held from 13 to 15 October at the Kigali Convention Centre, the statement said, the summit brought together governments, project developers, investors, buyers and technical specialists. Across three days, the programme connected policy decisions with the commercial and technical requirements of bringing projects to…

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AFC backs sustainable African fashion industry

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Returns as Lead Sponsor of Lagos Fashion Week 2026, Convening Session on Financing a Sustainable African Fashion Industry Lagos Fashion Week has established itself as a globally recognised platform showcasing African design, creativity and innovation Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, is returning as Lead Sponsor of Lagos Fashion Week 2026, reaffirming its commitment to empowering Africa’s creative industries as engines of inclusive economic growth, industrialization and job creation according to an official statement issued in Lagos, Wednesday. Africa’s fashion industry…

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Zimbabwe-Zambia Energy Projects Summit returns to Livingstone for third edition

Zambia’s installed generation has reached 4,722MW, up from 3,777MW in 2024, with solar now at 1,027MW. Zambian Vice President Mutale Nalumango gave the figures in Lusaka this month on behalf of President Hakainde Hichilema. The developers, utilities and lenders working on the next round of projects on both sides of the Zambezi meet in Livingstone from 3 November. The Zimbabwe-Zambia Energy Projects Summit (Zim-Zam) returns to the Radisson Blu Mosi-Oa-Tunya in Livingstone from 3 – 5 November 2026 for its third edition, with investment, projects and delivery across the two…

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