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<p>In today&#8217;s digital age, the traditional 9-to-5 is no longer the only path to financial freedom. CNBC Africa’s Prudence Makhubalo speaking to Lesley-Anne Gatter, Global Head of People and Organisation, Investec on the rapidly growing world of online gig work.</p>


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Africa Side Hustle: Gig economy: Threat or catalyst for business innovation?

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<p>Analysts at Parthian Partners expect Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee to raise the MPR by 25 basis points while expecting this will have minimal impact on the equities market. Meanwhile, they predict the market will close December positive on the back of corporate actions with notable rally expected in selected stocks. Oluwafunmilola Adebowale, Head of Research, Parthian Partners joins CNBC Africa for more.</p>


Parthian: Nigeria MPC likely to raise MPR by 25bps

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<p>The United Nation COP29 serves as a forum for countries to engage with private sector, governmental bodies and key industry players aiming to foster new partnerships and enhancing funding for viable projects that accelerate the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources. This highlights special will focus on the South African pavilion where pivotal discussions was held to draw in new investments.</p>


Highlights Special: COP29 South Africa Pavilion

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<p>One of the most important events on the South African retail calendar Black Friday is fast approaching and according to some studies, retailers predict a better-than-last-year sales season with most consumers reporting that they are in fact in a better financial position. Joining CNBC Africa to discuss some of the trends that can be expected at this year&#8217;s shopping bonanza are Christine Wu, Chief Executive: Everyday Banking, Absa Group, Craig Pitchers, CEO of The Courier Guy and Zak Haeri, MD for NIQ in South Africa.</p>


The CNBC Africa Black Friday lunch

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<p>This episode brings highlights from YouthConnekt Africa 2024 summit held in Kigali , Rwanda. From digital skilling and entrepreneurship to education and employment, find out how by connecting Africa&#8217;s youth, the initiative aims to unlock the continent&#8217;s full potential and create a brighter future.</p>


Shaping Africa’s youth for the future

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<p>Joining CNBC Africa to give analysis are Ricardo Smith, Chief Investment Officer, ABSA Investments, Goolam Ballim, Chief Economist, Standard Bank and Carmen Nel, Head of Multi-Asset Strategy, Terebinth Capital.</p>


SARB: Is the inflation dragon dead?

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<p>The South African Reserve Bank&#8217;s Monetary Policy Committee voted unanimously to cut its main interest rate by 25 basis points to 7.75 per cent, citing a challenging global economic environment and highly uncertain outlook. Reserve Bank Governor, Lesetja Kganyago unpacks the committee&#8217;s decision and the country’s economic outlook for 2025.</p>


SARB cuts interest rate by 25 basis points to 7.75% (full speech)

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<p>The National Bank of Rwanda has decided to maintain its monetary policy rate at 6.5 per cent, following two consecutive cuts this year. Noted by Governor John Rwamgambwa &#8211; Inflation is projected to remain within the target range, averaging 4.6 per cent in 2024 and 5.8 per cent in 2025. The Central Bank cited stable economic conditions and controlled inflation, heightened liquidity and global economic disruptions, as key factors in its decision to sustain the current rate.</p>


National Bank of Rwanda maintains MPR at 6.5%

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<p>Ecobank Group CEO Jeremy Awori will open the market today at the London Stock Exchange as the Pan-African lender marks the successful $400mn Eurobond Issuance on the London Stock Exchange.</p>


Ecobank marks successful $400mn Eurobond issuance at LSE

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<p>The naira is regaining some lost ground with marginal appreciation against the greenback at the NAFEM window. Will the local currency strengthen near-term? Bankole Odusanya, Treasury Chief Dealer at Polaris Bank joins CNBC Africa for more on this and the likely outcome of today’s primary market auction.</p>


Will naira strengthen near-term?

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<p>This episode delves into Rwanda&#8217;s emerging fishing industry, featuring insights from the Animal Resources Ministry, key investors, and pioneering entrepreneurs. Meet those introducing hatchlings, investing in cold-chain logistics, and developing lake fish farms. Discover their innovative approaches, the challenges they face, and their role in advancing economic growth and sustainability in Rwanda&#8217;s fishing sector.</p>


Game Changers: Catch of the future

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<p>Despite possible gains in the banking and oil &#038; gas stocks, analysts at Vetiva say they expect the challenges in the industrial and consumer goods sectors to temper overall gains. Jesusetuntun Ajagun, a Portfolio Manager at Vetiva Capital Management, joins CNBC Africa to gauge market sentiments in November.</p>


Vetiva expects mixed equities sentiment

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<p>This episode of Focus On explores the latest edition of The European House Ambrosetti CEO Dialogue on Southern Africa. Formerly known as the Southern Africa Europe CEO Dialogue, the annual event promotes dialogue and supports long-term growth of strategic trade and economic relations between Europe and Southern Africa.</p>


Focus On: The European House Ambrosetti CEO Dialogue on Southern Africa

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<p>The 30th Nigerian Economic Summit convenes regional and global leaders from government, business and civil society among others, as it highlights the need for collaborative action to tackle pressing challenges facing global, regional and local economies. CNBC Africa brings you discussions from the summit that shed light on pathways to sustainable growth.</p>


Focus On: NESG holds 30th Nigerian Economic Summit

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<p>The WITS Machine Intelligence and Neural Discovery Institute (or in short the MIND institute) has been established with the objective to drive homegrown innovation that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the African context. Ahead of the official launch of the Mind Institute, CNBC Africa is joined by Professor Benjamin Rosman for a discussion on how this AI research hub is looking at unlocking AI potential in Africa.</p>


AI Africa: Unlocking AI potential in Africa

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<p>The Nigeria equities market sustained the positive momentum from last week as investors continue bargain-hunting ahead of next week’s MPC meeting. Calista Chileke, Investment Research Analyst at ARM Securities, joins CNBC Africa for a market discussion.</p>


What will boost positive momentum in Nigeria equities?

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<p>This Focus On segment puts the Old Mutual Africa region business under the spotlight. We find out what the Group&#8217;s strategy is, how they have performed in the different regions and what lies ahead for the group.</p>


CNBC Africa

Africa Side Hustle: Gig economy: Threat or catalyst for business innovation?

Parthian: Nigeria MPC likely to raise MPR by 25bps

Highlights Special: COP29 South Africa Pavilion

The CNBC Africa Black Friday lunch

Shaping Africa’s youth for the future

SARB: Is the inflation dragon dead?

SARB cuts interest rate by 25 basis points to 7.75% (full speech)

National Bank of Rwanda maintains MPR at 6.5%

Ecobank marks successful $400mn Eurobond issuance at LSE

Will naira strengthen near-term?

Game Changers: Catch of the future

Vetiva expects mixed equities sentiment

Focus On: The European House Ambrosetti CEO Dialogue on Southern Africa

Focus On: NESG holds 30th Nigerian Economic Summit

AI Africa: Unlocking AI potential in Africa

What will boost positive momentum in Nigeria equities?

Focus On: Exploring the East African economy

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CNBC Africa

Africa Side Hustle: Gig economy: Threat or catalyst for business innovation?

Parthian: Nigeria MPC likely to raise MPR by 25bps

Highlights Special: COP29 South Africa Pavilion

The CNBC Africa Black Friday lunch

Shaping Africa’s youth for the future

SARB: Is the inflation dragon dead?

SARB cuts interest rate by 25 basis points to 7.75% (full speech)

National Bank of Rwanda maintains MPR at 6.5%

Ecobank marks successful $400mn Eurobond issuance at LSE

Will naira strengthen near-term?

Game Changers: Catch of the future

Vetiva expects mixed equities sentiment

Focus On: The European House Ambrosetti CEO Dialogue on Southern Africa

Focus On: NESG holds 30th Nigerian Economic Summit

AI Africa: Unlocking AI potential in Africa

What will boost positive momentum in Nigeria equities?

Focus On: Exploring the East African economy

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