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Safaricom, the biggest public company in East Africa,has reconsidered the hiving off of the Mpesa-Mobile Transfer Services Unit. Mpesa contributes 42% revenue for the Telco group. The fear for capital gains tax that could result as a result of the spin off has been a key contributor.Similarly there is no indicators that such a split would improve the valuation of both entities, going by post spin off valuation of comparatives-Airtel and MTN. Intriguing to observe the evolution,impact & significance of the growth of MPESA over coming years to the company’s performance.Could it eventually fully turn into a Fin-Tech company? #Spinoff #Focus #Mpesa

🚀 Have you registered to attend the #CSOWeek2024? 🚀 Don't miss out on this stakeholder engagement event that brings together voices from civil society, government, and the private sector to drive national progress and prosperity. ✨ Join us in Arusha on 9th to 13 September, 2024 at Mt Meru Hotel. The chosen theme for CSO Week 2024 encapsulates the essence and ambition of civil society, focusing on three pivotal aspects:  Voice:” highlights the need for inclusive participation and diverse perspectives, encouraging all Tanzanians to contribute to national discussions”.  Vision: “ focuses on the collective goal of shaping Tanzania’s future towards Vision 2050, urging alignment of efforts and strategies”.  Value: “ emphasizes the importance of delivering tangible benefits to the Tanzanian population through collective actions, aiming to uplift and empower every citizen”. Read more>> https://csoweek.or.tz #VoiceVisionValue #CSOWeek2024

Did you know that when an SME is not formalized, it does not exist and, de facto, cannot benefit from the advantages necessary for its development and survival? hashtag #SBEC , Groupement des Entreprises du Cameroun (GECAM) TechnoServe Seedstars Mastercard Foundation Renew Capital Programme Alimentaire Mondial World Vision PNUD Cameroun Groupement des Femmes d'Affaire du Cameroun IECD-Institut Européen de Coopération et de Développement IECD Cameroun FAIRMED Cameroun Cameroun Entreprises Développement SNV GIZ African Union African Development Bank Group

Celebrating the strength, resilience, and magic of women today and every day! It was such a delightful experience to hear from such phenomenal women breaking barriers across diverse industries. Two key takeaways for me were: - You can’t be everything to everyone, at all times. So many of us struggle to find a balance between the work we do and our home or social life. It gets overwhelming, but you have to figure out what works for you. Whether it’s adjusting your schedule to prioritize rest, or working late hours to reap maximum results, find your groove and stick with it. - Social impact goes beyond setting up an NGO or joint a Non-Profit organization. I believe each one of us makes an impact in the work we do, one way or the other. If it’s hard to identify, then you’re not digging deep enough. More so, you don’t need so much to make an impact. It could be as simple as sharing a resource which could change the trajectory of someone’s career, or dedicating your time to train an intern, or new team member. A big thank you to Stratcomm Africa for putting this event together. I can’t wait for the next one!

Save the Date for the 2nd Annual Ghana Digital and Financial Inclusion Roundtable! 📅 We’re thrilled to announce the Ghana Digital and Financial Inclusion Roundtable 2024, happening this November in Accra! Hosted by the West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet), this year’s roundtable promises to be bigger, bolder, and more impactful, bringing together the brightest minds and trailblazers in technology, finance, government, and civil society to shape the future of digital and financial inclusion in Ghana. From thought-provoking keynotes and interactive workshops to the Innovation Showcase featuring groundbreaking solutions, this event is packed with opportunities to engage, learn, and drive change! This year's agenda includes: 1️⃣ Bridging the Digital Divide: Addressing infrastructure, policy, and accessibility. 2️⃣ Financial Inclusion for All: Solutions for rural communities, women, and youth. 3️⃣ Digital Literacy and Skills Development Workshop: Practical steps to empower citizens with digital skills. 4️⃣ Networking Sessions: Exclusive opportunities to connect with policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators. We intend to advance the conversation on digital and financial inclusion, we believe this roundtable will catalyze actionable solutions that lead to economic empowerment and digital equity for all Ghanaians . I invite all who are passionate about a more inclusive digital future to join us for this transformative experience.” Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of Ghana’s journey towards a connected and inclusive future. 👉 SAVE THE DATE : 08-11-2024 @Accra Digital Center. Accra -Ghana #SaveTheDate #DigitalInclusion #FinancialInclusion #Innovation #DigitalLiteracy #Accra2024 #GhanaDigitalRoundtable #WAICTANet #FutureOfFinance #DigitalEconomy #TechForGood #Networking #SocialImpact #DigitalTransformation #InclusionForAll

Fantastic AfriCatalyst the importance of the role of Credit Rating Agencies cannot be over emphasized, as investors rely on them to actually know the types of retun that are likely and the speed at which the returns would be generated should in case the investors are to invest. For the alternative going forward, in as much as African Union (AU) suggested the setting up of Credit Rating Agency that would be based in the Continent, but must importantly as you Daouda Sembene, PhD rightly mentioned, to empower local Credit Rating Agencies based in various African countries - I'm not sure if we have Rating Agencies in many countries in Africa but for those you have it and those newly setting it up like Gambia can be empowered by building their capacities through rolling out training packages such that individuals from such agencies be better equipped with specific issues such as how to minimize subjective ratings therefore cut the cost of further debt servicing. #CreditRatingAfrica

📱 The #MobileGenderGap is not going to close on its own, and while there has been some progress in the last year, the gender gap in #MobileInternet remains substantial. But we know that with informed, targeted action it is possible to make a real difference. This is demonstrated by the GSMA Connected Women Commitment Initiative where mobile operators have made formal commitments to accelerate digital and financial inclusion for women across Africa, Asia and Latin America. In fact, since 2016 over 50 mobile operators have made these formal commitments to reduce the gender gap in the customer base of their mobile internet and/or mobile money services, collectively reaching over 70 million additional women. Today on #InternationalWomensDay, we are thrilled to announce that so far 22 mobile operators across Africa and Asia have made or renewed their commitment beyond 2024 to reduce the gender gap in their customer base of their mobile internet and/or mobile money services, as part of the GSMA #ConnectedWomen Commitment Initiative. Thank you to all our partners for their continued efforts to drive digital and financial inclusion for women across low- and middle-income countries ♀️ Learn more about the Connected Women Commitment Initiative here 👉 https://bit.ly/2ENa3CS #MobileGenderGap #InspireInclusion #IWD2024 #InternationalWomensDay #GenderEquality #DigitalInclusion #finclusion #UKAid #Sida Banglalink Mela Bangladesh, Dialog Axiata PLC Sri Lanka, EcoCash Zimbabwe, ethio telecom Ethiopia, Grameenphone Ltd Bangladesh, Indosat Indonesia, Jazz Pakistan, JazzCash Pakistan, Mobilink Microfinance Bank Ltd Pakistan, MTN Ghana, MTN Nigeria  MTN Uganda, Reliance Jio India, Robi Axiata Limited Bangladesh, Telenor Pakistan, Telma Madagascar, Telma Comores, Tigo Tanzania Plc, Togocom Officiel, Ufone 4G Pakistan, Vodacom Tanzania Plc  and Wave Money Mayanmar

As the signing of the cooperation agreement between Safaricom PLC and #UNHCR took place on the sidelines of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Club, AUD Partnership with Global Africa Biz Initiative's flagship event Unstoppable Africa, during the High-Level Week of the United Nations General Assembly #UNGA79, I was delighted to moderate the jointly convened interactive panel discussion on ‘Inclusive Digital Transformation: Unlocking Shared Value Partnerships for Africa.’ The agreement, signed by Peter Ndegwa, CEO of Safaricom PLC, and Dominique Hyde, Director of the Division of External Relations at UNHCR, was a global landmark moment in driving digital inclusion and transformation for @Refugees and host communities across Africa. Sharing common deep-rooted values that form the basis of collaboration to achieve meaningful and impactful objectives for the betterment of communities in need, including, people centricity, purpose driven commitment to social impact and socio-economic empowerment, transparency, and innovation and collaboration, the strategic conversations and pledges will impact areas of education, social protection, socio-economic inclusion, and settlement planning. With over 44% of the global displaced population residing in Sub-Saharan Africa, the panel, including Esther Waititu of Safaricom, Shirin Pakfar of UNHCR, Max Cuvellier Giacomelli of GSMA, and Sulyna Abdullah of International Telecommunication Union, shared insights on how digital innovation fosters sustainable growth and addresses societal challenges, particularly through public-private partnerships. #DigitalTransformation  #Safaricom #UNHCR  #GABI2024 #UnstoppableAfrica  #WellbeingForAll

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