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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>


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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>Being pregnant and giving birth is safer than it&#8217;s ever been.</p>
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<p>Yet despite these improvements, a maternal death occurred almost every two minutes in 2020, and there are about 6,500 newborn deaths every day.</p>
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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>Americans spent more than $17 billion on iced coffee, cold brew and frozen coffee drinks in 2023, which is doubled the amount spent in 2016. The largest U.S. coffeehouse chain, Starbucks, reported that cold drinks accounted for 76% of its beverage sales in its fiscal 2024 third quarter. The National Coffee Association found that cold coffee is most popular amongst Gen Z and Millennial consumers. Experts say that Americans are more experimental with their tastes than some other parts of the world. Watch the video to learn why so many young people are opting for iced coffees.</p>
<p>Chapters:<br />
0:00 Introduction<br />
1:10 Chapter 1: Tastemakers<br />
3:15 Chapter 2: Demographic differences</p>
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Edited by: Andrea Miller<br />
Additional Camera: Natalie Rice<br />
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Additional Camera: Natalie Rice<br />
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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>


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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>


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<p>Half of Americans believe the result of the 2024 presidential election will directly affect their personal finances, according to a survey. </p>
<p>But experts say the president’s power over the economy might be greatly exaggerated. Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/74EgRT7cjMA&#8230;</p>


Can a president fix the U.S. economy?

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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>


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<p>The total investable wealth currently held on the African continent amounts to $2.5 trillion and its millionaire population is set to rise by 65 per cent over the next 10 years, according to the 2024 Africa Wealth Report. Today we are looking at the possible ramifications of the US election to African markets and economies and what you can do to protect your wealth.</p>


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<p>Roughly one in three U.S. adults aged 18-34 live with their parents, 2024 Census data shows — a trend sustained over two decades despite economic shifts. Experts say these economic shocks have left young adults financially vulnerable, with many staying home to save for goals like homeownership. For some, staying home offers financial stability, but this trend affects the economy, as young adults moving out boosts consumer spending.</p>
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0:00 Introduction<br />
1:20 A new way of building wealth<br />
3:30 Can&#8217;t buy a home but refuse to rent<br />
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SARB cuts interest rate by 25 basis points to 7.75% (full speech)

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