Event Ledger
Africa Summit to Boost Global Growth
Discover how Africa Summit boosts global growth with investors and policymakers at the FT Africa Summit event.
By Ruby Stevens · Aug 25, 2026
Tag: financial leaders
Launch Watch
Prepay Services Appoints Peter Cox as Non-Executive Chairman
Prepay Services appoints Peter Cox as Non-Executive Chairman, bringing 40 years of payments and fintech experience to the role, ahead of South Africa launch.
By Ruby Stevens · Aug 21, 2026
Pulse Notes
Khimdjee to Lead Africa50 Investment Fund
Djalal Khimdjee to lead Africa50 investment fund as CEO, bringing 25 years of experience in infrastructure investment and development finance.
By Chloe Watson · Aug 18, 2026
Pulse Notes
Regional integration highlights Africa grid constraints
Africa grid infrastructure demands $30 billion to upgrade transmission lines and meet soaring electricity demand across the continent by 2050.
By Lily Palmer · Aug 13, 2026
Event Ledger
Africa Lacks Capital Despite Trillions in Global Funds
Despite global funds of trillions, Africa lacks capital for development. Experts say the problem is not funds but projects. Learn more.
By Ruby Stevens · Jul 28, 2026
Deal Briefs
G7 Africa Summit Boosts Infrastructure Investment
G7 Africa Summit boosts infrastructure investment in Africa's energy and digital sectors with trillions in capital.
By Chloe Watson · Jul 26, 2026