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Azuri Technologies raises $26 million to expand solar kit business in Africa

UK-based Azuri Technologies said it has raised $26 million to expand its individual solar kit business to cater to African households. According to the company, Marubeni Corporation – a well-known Japanese conglomerate, which invests in renewable energy projects across Africa – contributed a significant amount of investment. IP group, a British technology-focused investment fund, and […]

Moroccan Banks Vying for African Banker Awards 2017

Moroccan Attijariwafa Bank, la Caisse Centrale de Garantie and le Groupe Crédit Agricole du Maroc are among the major African banks vying for the 2017 African Banker Awards in various categories. These Awards are hosted by the African Banker Magazine. The winners will be announced during a ceremony to be held during the Annual Meetings […]

Algerian President’s Health Puts Country in Limbo

The health of Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika who suffered a stroke and was flown to Paris on Saturday for further medical check-ups has raised speculations as to the political future of the country which seems in limbo. The health condition of President Bouteflika who was expected to run for the presidential elections scheduled in about […]