Africa Archives

Africa

The Public Investment Corporation: Most Responsible ESG Investor Africa 2020

As the largest asset manager in Africa, the Public Investment Corporation (PIC), wields huge economic influence. In respect of this responsibility, the South African state-owned asset manager strives to advance transformation and equilibrium in economic and social considerations, as well

Fedgroup: Best Impact Agribusiness Investment Partner Africa 2020

There is a certain disconnect in the investment community, with fund managers attuned to market macro-trends but sometimes vague about fundamentals. South Africa’s Fedgroup decided to build a fund from the ground up with a focus on people’s needs. It

First Ally Capital Limited: Most Innovative Financial Solutions Team Nigeria 2020

First Ally Capital Limited (FACL) has assembled a niche team with over 80 years of combined professional experience across diverse backgrounds and disciplines. The Nigerian issuing house and financial advisory firm boasts an authorised share capital of $6.6m and an

Barrick Gold: Best Sustainable Mining Strategy Africa 2020

Barrick Gold is committed to collaborative local partnerships and shared stakeholder benefits. The Canadian company owns and operates gold and copper mines in 13 countries in North and South America, Africa, Papua New Guinea, Dominican Republic and Saudi Arabia. Barrick

Banque Internationale Arabe de Tunisie: Best Bank Governance Tunisia 2020

Since its founding in 1976, Banque Internationale Arabe de Tunisie (BIAT) has made good governance a cornerstone of its operations. The bank continually updates its policies, and this year it has designated dedicated groups to provide oversight and recommendations on

Amethis Finance: Best Private Equity Impact Investing Team Sub-Saharan Africa 2020

Amethis was founded by Africa investment specialists with 20 years of industry experience. With over €725m under management dedicated to the continent, Amethis promotes Africa as a worthy frontier market. World Bank data backs that up, showing strong macro-economic fundamentals,

Agriterra: Most Responsible Agribusiness Group Africa 2020

With a stamp of approval, and a sizeable grant, from the World Bank and listed on the Alternative Investment Market of the London Stock Exchange, Agriterra is poised to become one of Africa’s leading food producers. The company has been

Botswana Life Insurance Limited: Best Life Insurer-Botswana 2020

Founded in 1975, Botswana Life has earned the trust of the people and over 69% of the country’s market share. Botswana Life has been under new leadership since November 2018, when CEO Ronald James Samuels joined the team. Samuels previously

First Capital Bank Botswana Limited: Best Commercial Bank Growth Botswana 2020

First Capital Bank Botswana embarked on a transformational journey more than five years ago, fuelling growth aspirations by investing in people and technology. Its purpose-led strategy called for the implementation of a core banking system and a shake-up of their

Catalyst Partners: Best SME Growth Investment Partner MENA 2020

Founded in 2012, Catalyst Partners has forged a reputation as a truly innovative investment house. It partners with companies to help set strategic goals and channel capital for targeted growth. The aim is to be a one-stop-shop for SMEs and

1 … 9 10 11 12 13 … 29

About CFI.co Awards Programme

Each year, CFI.co seeks out individuals and organisations that contribute significantly to the convergence of economies and truly add value for all stakeholders. Reporting from frontlines of economic convergence, CFI.co realises that best practice is to be found throughout the world and the Awards Programme aims to identify and reward excellence wherever it is found in the hope to inspire others to further improve their own performance.