Point of Reflection for 16 August 2025
“The informal economy is not a flaw, it is an untapped strength.” – Kwame Owino, Institute of Economic Affairs, Kenya Across Africa, the informal sector drives employment and commerce. Lying outside of traditional structures, it is dynamism, a testament to resilience and innovation in the face of limited capital and formal opportunities. Rather than replacing […]
Point of Reflection for 15 August 2025
“Don’t just earn and consume. Earn, invest and compound.” – Owen Nkomo, Asset Manager, South Africa What you do with your income is usually what counts. By channeling a portion of your earnings into investments and allowing those investments to compound over time, you unlock one of the most powerful forces in finance. Compounding works […]
Point of Reflection for 14 August 2025
“To grow Africa’s economy, we must turn savers into investors.” – Kennedy Bungane, CEO, African Bank Across Africa, significant wealth sits idle in land, livestock, cash & even untapped human talent. While saving is a valuable discipline, it alone does not generate the growth needed to transform households & economies. Turning savers into investors means […]
Point of Reflection for 13 August 2025
“Regulatory certainty is the most attractive currency for long-term investors.” – Thapelo Tsheole, CEO, Botswana Stock Exchange Regulatory clarity is the foundation of investor confidence. Capital follows structure and policy stability, not chaotic uncertainty. When rules are consistent, transparent and predictable, investors can commit without fear of sudden policy shifts. While piecemeal incentives may capture […]
Point of Reflection for 12 August 2025
“A nation’s wealth is not in its resources, but in its ability to manage them.” – Mokgweetsi Masisi, Former President of Botswana The real wealth of a nation is its people, their capacity, vision and discipline to transform resources into enduring prosperity. Natural endowments can be squandered, but strong institutions, discipline and long-term planning can […]