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Samaila Zubairu: Championing Africa’s Economic Transformation Through Infrastructure Investment
Under the stewardship of Samaila Zubairu, the Africa Finance Corporation has become a driving force for industrialisation, clean energy and pan-African prosperity. Samaila Zubairu, President and Chief Executive Officer of Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), has established himself as one of
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Chris Taylor: Visionary Leadership in Digital Transformation in Finance – UAE 2025
CFI.co is pleased to present Chris Taylor, Chief Executive Officer of Deem Finance, with the 2025 Award for Visionary Leadership in Digital Transformation in Finance (UAE). The judging panel commended Taylor’s exceptional ability to guide a complex transformation — repositioning
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Building with Passion: How Heike Arbter Shaped Raiffeisen’s Certificates Franchise
As Head of Raiffeisen Certificates, Heike Arbter has spent two decades building one of Europe’s most respected structured products franchises. Her leadership philosophy — rooted in passion, prudence, and precision — continues to guide Raiffeisen’s evolution in a dynamic market.
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Filippo Surace: The Visionary Behind Italy’s Healthcare Venture Revolution
From surgeon to life sciences entrepreneur, Filippo Surace is charting a new course for healthcare innovation—one that connects academic brilliance with real-world impact. Filippo Surace is not your typical healthcare executive. A trained physiatrist, surgeon, and inventor, his path into
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Christoph D Kauter: Leading Beyond Capital Partners with Vision and Purpose
Christoph D Kauter, Founder and Managing Partner of Beyond Capital Partners, has built a career that blends entrepreneurial vision with a commitment to ESG-driven private equity. With more than 25 years of experience, he stands out as a leader dedicated
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Powering Africa’s Future: An Interview with the Founder & CEO of Ariya Capital Group
As Africa’s energy sector undergoes rapid transformation, Ariya Capital Group stands at the forefront, driving investment and innovation in clean and renewable energy. In this exclusive interview, the Founder & CEO of Ariya Capital Group Dr Herta von Stiegel discusses
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Ploughing a Determined Path to Lead the Field in Financial Sector
MD and CEO of Nigeria’s Jaiz Bank Haruna Musa has many strings to his bow — and many accolades for his prowess. Nigerian pioneer non-interest financial institution Jaiz Bank Plc has been providing services to individuals, corporate and government entities
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Ah, the Caribbean Life! Asset Management Firm in Jamaica Earns International Recognition
NCB Capital Markets Ltd snares the 2024 CFI.co award for Best Investment Banking Solutions in the Caribbean. Angus Young, CEO of NCB Capital Markets Ltd (NCBCM), is a happy man: his company has been recognised for providing the Best Investment
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N Justin Chinyanta: A Pan-African Plan Hatched Back in 1992, with a Dream
The Loita Group chair and co-founder had a clear ambition in mind from the word go… N Justin Chinyanta, chair and co-founder of the Loita Group, set the foundations of the group in place back in 1992 with the aim
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It’s All About Strategy — and Eurofer Has That Under Control
Italy-based Eurofer Pension Fund exploits the potential of diversification and risk-adjusted returns. In today’s dynamic financial environment, pension funds must optimise investment strategies to ensure sustainability and returns. A key trend emerging is a shift towards alternative investments, particularly in
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