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<p>Africa Business Weekly on CNBC Africa brings you the most impactful business stories across sub-Saharan Africa every week. From the capital markets to economic news affecting the regions from East, West ad Southern Africa, we will speak to the major newsmakers from across the sub-Saharan Africa region to get exciting and unique angles to the stories shaping the continent.</p>


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Africa Business Weekly: Africa is ready to drive AI revolution

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<p>Traders at Access Bank say tariff impositions on Nigeria’s exports to the U.S. has triggered increased demand for the greenback, particularly from Foreign Portfolio Investors. They anticipate a potential intervention from the Central Bank of Nigeria to stabilise the naira and curb further depreciation. Meanwhile, investors’ appetite in the bond market is expected to remain weak following selloffs on 2031 and 2035 maturities. Ebube Uneze, Treasury Team Member at Access Bank joins CNBC Africa for more market movements.</p>


Access: U.S. tariffs trigger increased dollar demand in Nigeria

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<p>The Nigerian equities market witnessed renewed interest in banking and high-dividend-yield stocks as full year 2024 results spur investors momentum. Joshua Chinga, Sell-Side Analyst at EDC Nigeria, joins CNBC Africa for a market discussion.</p>


Will equities investors sustain momentum on earnings?

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<p>Traders at Access Bank believe the Treasury Bills market will witness improved activities this week as liquidity from payments by the Federation Account Allocation Committee trickle in. Nonso Ifejiofor, Treasury Team Member at Access Bank, joins CNBC Africa for this discussion.</p>


Access: Liquidity from FAAC payments to drive T-bills

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<p>In this segment of CNBC Africa In Conversation we speak to the Chairman of Exxaro and Telkom, Geoffrey Qhena about South Africa&#8217;s thorny relationship with the United States, strategies South Africa should pursue during these challenging times and how to strengthen the collaboration between the private and the government.</p>


In Conversation with the Chairman of Exxaro and Telkom, Geoffrey Qhena

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<p>Three-times Grammy Award winner from Africa, flautist Wouter Kellerman, speaks to FORBES AFRICA Editor Renuka Methil about his late-blooming music career, creative collaboration in the industry and insights into the business of music.</p>


The CNBC Africa Conversation with Flautist Wouter Kellerman

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<p>On the next episode of Transcending Boundaries, Reeta Roy sits down with Roberta Jamieson, a ground-breaking Mohawk leader and advocate for Indigenous rights. As the first Indigenous woman in Canada to earn a law degree and Ontario’s first female Ombudsman, Roberta Jamieson’s journey is one of resilience, leadership, and a deep commitment to social justice. Tune in to their inspiring conversation as Roberta reflects on her career, the challenges she faced in advocating for Indigenous communities, and the lasting impact she continues to make.</p>


Transcending Boundaries: In conversation with Mohawk Leader Roberta Jamieson

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<p>Africa Business Weekly on CNBC Africa brings you the most impactful business stories across sub-Saharan Africa every week. From the capital markets to economic news affecting the regions from East, West ad Southern Africa, we will speak to the major newsmakers from across the sub-Saharan Africa region to get exciting and unique angles to the stories shaping the continent.</p>


Africa Business Weekly: Can Africa lead the next wave of AI development?

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<p>Lafarge Africa and the Lagos State government have signed a memorandum of understanding for the collection of non-recyclable combustible waste from across the state and landfill sites for conversion into alternative fuel at Lafarge’s Ewekoro plant. CNBC Africa brings you highlight from the event.</p>


Focus On: Lafarge Africa & Lagos govt sign MoU on zero waste to dumpsite

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<p>Traders at Access Bank say the 2027 and 2029 bonds are the most sought instruments trading at a high of 18.85 per cent and 19.3 per cent respectively. On the T-bills side, on-the-run one-year maturity and 25th September, 2025 bill are the most actively traded instruments, dealing at an average of 19.3 per cent and 18 per cent respectively. Anthony Aigbokhan, Treasury Team Member at Access Bank joins CNBC Africa for more market movements.</p>


Access: 2027 & 2029 bonds most sought instruments

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<p>In the heart of Africa lies a nation like no other, a land of untamed potential and boundless ambition. In this land a story is unfolding. A story of resilience, pride, and a relentless drive for progress. Be inspired by this documentary entitled &#8220;Nigeria: The Rebirth of Africa&#8217;s Giant&#8221;.</p>


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Nigeria: The Rebirth of Africa’s Giant

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<p>South Africa hosts the B20 and G20 this year, one of the best opportunities to spotlight its investment case and leadership on the global stage. Under the theme: &#8216;Inclusive Growth and Prosperity Through Global Cooperation&#8217;, the B20 has eight priorities built around trade and investment, digital transformation, energy, finance and infrastructure and industrial transformation. Join CNBC Africa as we bring together business leaders from the G20 countries, selected invited countries and international organizations, to discuss actionable policies driving growth and development.</p>


The B20 South Africa Journey

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<p>The Healthcare Federation of Nigeria marks its 10th anniversary and 2025 annual conference in Lagos advancing discourse between stakeholders in the healthcare sector, policymakers as well as the private sector charting a new course to accelerate the drive to quality healthcare in Nigeria.</p>


Focus On: Healthcare Federation of Nigeria marks 10th anniversary

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<p>Traders at Access Bank expect the fixed income market to remain calm today as investors shift focus to the Debt Management Office 700 billion naira  T-bills auction. Meanwhile, the bond market is expected to remain active as investors continue to cherry-pick certain bond yields. Ademola Osuntoki, Treasury Team Lead at Access Bank joins CNBC Africa for more market movements.</p>


Access: Investors focus on mid-week PMA

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<p>This week on Transcending Boundaries, Reeta Roy is joined by Kennedy Odede, Founder and CEO of SHOFCO, Kenya’s largest grassroots movement. From Kibera to global recognition as a leader and advocate for marginalized communities, Kennedy Odede has led transformative change through healthcare, education, and leadership development for women and girls.</p>


Transcending Boundaries: In conversation with the Founder & CEO of SHOFCO, Kennedy Odede

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<p>Women have long been central to Africa’s progress, yet continue to face systemic barriers such as power imbalances, deep-seated social norms, and structural inequalities in economic and political life. We explore women&#8217;s role in Africa’s economic transformation with high-level, solution-driven conversations with leaders in politics, economics, and international development. In partnership with ACET, the Africa Center for Economic Transformation.</p>


Women Transforming Africa: A Conversation on Power, Policy & Inclusion

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<p>The inaugural Africa Trade Conference was held in Cape Town under the theme “Empowering Africa Through Trade, Innovation, and Sustainable Growth&#8221;. This episode of Focus On highlights the pivotal voices in trade, finance, and policy who seek to address the future of commerce across the continent.</p>


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Africa Business Weekly: Africa is ready to drive AI revolution

Access: U.S. tariffs trigger increased dollar demand in Nigeria

Will equities investors sustain momentum on earnings?

Access: Liquidity from FAAC payments to drive T-bills

In Conversation with the Chairman of Exxaro and Telkom, Geoffrey Qhena

The CNBC Africa Conversation with Flautist Wouter Kellerman

Transcending Boundaries: In conversation with Mohawk Leader Roberta Jamieson

Africa Business Weekly: Can Africa lead the next wave of AI development?

Focus On: Lafarge Africa & Lagos govt sign MoU on zero waste to dumpsite

Access: 2027 & 2029 bonds most sought instruments

Nigeria: The Rebirth of Africa’s Giant

The B20 South Africa Journey

Focus On: Healthcare Federation of Nigeria marks 10th anniversary

Access: Investors focus on mid-week PMA

Transcending Boundaries: In conversation with the Founder & CEO of SHOFCO, Kennedy Odede

Women Transforming Africa: A Conversation on Power, Policy & Inclusion

Focus On ATC 2025: Empowering Africa Through Trade, Innovation & Sustainable Growth

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Africa Business Weekly: Africa is ready to drive AI revolution

Access: U.S. tariffs trigger increased dollar demand in Nigeria

Will equities investors sustain momentum on earnings?

Access: Liquidity from FAAC payments to drive T-bills

In Conversation with the Chairman of Exxaro and Telkom, Geoffrey Qhena

The CNBC Africa Conversation with Flautist Wouter Kellerman

Transcending Boundaries: In conversation with Mohawk Leader Roberta Jamieson

Africa Business Weekly: Can Africa lead the next wave of AI development?

Focus On: Lafarge Africa & Lagos govt sign MoU on zero waste to dumpsite

Access: 2027 & 2029 bonds most sought instruments

Nigeria: The Rebirth of Africa’s Giant

The B20 South Africa Journey

Focus On: Healthcare Federation of Nigeria marks 10th anniversary

Access: Investors focus on mid-week PMA

Transcending Boundaries: In conversation with the Founder & CEO of SHOFCO, Kennedy Odede

Women Transforming Africa: A Conversation on Power, Policy & Inclusion

Focus On ATC 2025: Empowering Africa Through Trade, Innovation & Sustainable Growth

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