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Afriland First Bank, Visa sign growth agreement to expand digital payments in Cameroon
Afriland First Bank and Visa have signed a three-year strategic deal to speed up digital payments and expand financial inclusion across Cameroon. This agreement is Visa’s first standalone partnership with a local Cameroonian bank.
The collaboration, called a “Growth Agreement,” aims to modernise payment systems, make banking more accessible, and reduce the country’s heavy reliance on cash transactions. Only about 20 per cent of Cameroonians currently use formal banking services, though the rate rises to around 45 per cent when mobile money and microfinance are included.
Read the full article here: https://www.businessincameroon.com/finance/1203-15882-afriland-first-bank-visa-sign-growth-agreement-to-expand-digital-payments-in-cameroon
Liquid C2 and CyberCoach partner to bring a safer digital environment to African businesses
Liquid C2, a subsidiary of Cassava Technologies, has partnered with CyberCoach, the only privacy-first AI-driven cybersecurity training and compliance platform. The collaboration will enhance Liquid C2’s cybersecurity offerings with interactive, AI-powered training designed to reduce human-related risks in organisations.
CyberCoach’s programmes deliver tailored learning paths based on employees’ roles, creating more effective and engaging training experiences. Distributed through Liquid C2 and its Cloudmania network, the initiative will reach enterprises, SMEs, and public institutions across Africa.
Read the original article here: https://www.africa-newsroom.com/press/liquid-c2-and-cybercoach-partner-to-bring-a-safer-digital-environment-to-african-businesses?lang=en
BCCI announces cash reward of Rs 131 crore for India’s T20 World Cup winning squad
The Board of Control for Cricket in India has announced a cash award of Rs 131 crore for the Indian cricket team after their historic triumph at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 in Ahmedabad on Sunday.
India beat New Zealand in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium, becoming the first side in the tournament’s history to successfully defend the title. With this win, India also became the first team to lift the T20 World Cup trophy three times, firmly establishing themselves as one of the most successful teams in the format.
Read the full article here: https://www.msn.com/en-in/sports/cricket/bcci-announces-cash-reward-of-rs-131-crore-for-indias-t20-world-cup-winning-squad/ar-AA1XSP6i?ocid=BingNewsVerp
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Fireside chat with Dr Indrajit Coomaraswamy: Lessons to be learnt from Sri Lanka’s recent economic crisis
Join us for an enlightening fireside chat with Dr. Indrajit Coomaraswamy on Sri Lanka’s Economic Road to Recovery in collaboration with RCS Sri Lanka. Dr. Coomaraswamy will provide crucial insights into Sri Lanka’s current economic standing and potential paths to recovery, drawing on his extensive experience as a former Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
Empowering Travel for All: A Fireside Chat with Snowball Community Founder Simon Sansome | Webinar Recording
The webinar was a fireside chat with Simon Sansome, founder of Snowball Community, a global disability app that aims to make travel more inclusive.
The Ghana Story | Webinar Recording
Delve into the captivating world of Ghana, a vibrant nation at the heart of West Africa that proffers a myriad of opportunities for investors, businesses and partners.
The Commonwealth: Trade and Unity
The modern Commonwealth is an association of nations which’s shared values unite 2.5 billion people in 54 countries. Through its branches all over the world, the Royal Commonwealth Society tries to harness this soft power.
In conversation with Dr Muhammad Tahir Mansoori
Dr Mansoori is a well-known and highly respected scholar within the community of Islamic scholars in Pakistan. He is currently serving as a Resident Shari’ah Board member for the Pakistani commercial and retail bank, Askari Bank Ltd., and also as a Shari’ah Advisory...
Why do we need a Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce in 2021?
The world is reeling from the impact of Covid-19. An estimated 4.6 million people have died. In 2020, Commonwealth countries suffered a loss of US$1.15 trillion and 84% fell into recession. Trade and shipping patterns face ongoing disruptions and uncertainties...