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Published on Oct 16, 2026

UNMASKED! Meet AZZIAD NASENYA’s new wealthy Luo MUBABA! He is the CEO of Phoenix Capital Kenya Limited and has flown her ...

Friday, October 16, 2026 - Controversial social media personality Azziad Nasenya has been linked to a romantic affair with Phoenix Capital Kenya Limited Chief Executive Officer Clement Onyango. According to a source, Clement, who runs the microfinance …

Source: The Kenyan Daily Post - Pending
Published on Oct 24, 2026

Demeter's Ashwini Agarwal sees value in largecaps, financial services and consumer stocks; avoids IT and OMCs

Ashwini Agarwal, Founder and Partner at Demeter Advisors, believes large-cap stocks offer better return potential than midcaps and smallcaps over the next 12 months, following the recent correction in Indian equity markets. He sees opportunities in …

Source: CNBC-TV18 - Center-left
Published on Oct 16, 2026

Accion MfB marks Girl Child Day with financial literacy, leadership programme

Accion Microfinance Bank (Accion MfB) has marked the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child with a sensitisation programme for female students, focusing on education, personal rights, financial literacy and leadership development. The programme, held on …

Source: Business Day - Neutral
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Alert Group wins Fastest-Growing Financial Services Group of the Year at 2026 BAFI Awards

Alert Group has been named Fastest-Growing Financial Services Group of the Year at the 2026 BusinessDay Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards, recognising its business expansion, financial performance and contributions to improving access to …

Source: Nairametrics - Neutral
Published on Oct 24, 2026

UBA secures court orders in $242m oil dispute, N61.4bn Wempco debt case

By Henry Ojelu United Bank for Africa, UBA, Plc has secured fresh court orders in two separate legal battles involving an alleged $242 million petroleum products diversion and a N61.4 billion debt owed by Wempco, with the bank pursuing measures to preserve …

Source: Vanguard - Indeterminate
Published on Oct 16, 2026

ASA assures customers of improved service, digital convenience

ASA Savings and Loans Ltd. has assured customers of improved service delivery and greater digital convenience as it prepares to transition into a microfinance bank in December. The Managing Director of the company, Gwen Tino Muteiwa, said the company would …

Source: Graphic Online - Pending
Published on Oct 12, 2026

Benefit, Bede sign MoU to explore nano financing

The signing ceremony Benefit, Bahrain’s leading fintech firm, has signed an MoU with Bede Bahrain, an innovative microfinance solutions app, to explore a Nano financing initiative within BenefitPay. Drawing on both companies’ expertise, the proposed …

Source: Trade Arabia - Neutral
Published on Oct 12, 2026

BENEFIT and Bede Bahrain Sign MoU at Fintech Forward 2026 to Explore Nano Financing Through BenefitPay

BENEFIT, Bahrain’s leading fintech and electronic financial transactions services company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bede Bahrain, the innovative microfinance solutions app, to explore a Nano financing initiative within BenefitPay …

Source: bizbahrain - Indeterminate
Published on Oct 24, 2026

Court grants UBA Plc interim order against Vitol, four shipping firms

A Lagos State High Court last Thursday granted interim preservative orders of Mareva Injunction against Vitol SA—a Switzerland-based energy trading company—and four other shipping companies in favour of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc. The bank accused …

Source: New Mail - Pending
Published on Oct 15, 2026

MFI constitute the largest share of lending portfolio in June 2026

Lending from microfinance institutions constituted 43 per cent of the ₹3.3 lakh crore of the loan portfolio balance in June 2026. | Photo Credit: iStockphoto Lending from microfinance institutions constituted 43 per cent of the ₹3.3 lakh crore of the loan …

Source: The Hindu Business Line - Neutral
Published on Oct 15, 2026

Navy MFB named ‘Uniformed Personnel Banking Leader of the Year’ at BAFI 2026 awards

Nigerian Navy Microfinance Bank Limited (Navy MFB) has won the Uniformed Personnel Banking Leader of the Year Award at the 14th BusinessDay Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards 2026, recognising its specialised financial services for …

Source: Business Day - Neutral
Published on Oct 14, 2026

WayvePay says no investor subscribed to Dangote Refinery IPO through its platform

Wayve Microfinance Bank Limited, operator of WayvePay digital banking platform, said no investor subscribed for shares in the ongoing Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals initial public offering (IPO) via its platform, following a recent warning …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Oct 21, 2026

Reform NGO funding to help grassroots organisations survive

During economic hardship, social crises, and natural disasters, local NGOs and volunteer groups often become part of the first line of response. Yet many of these organisations are now confronting a crisis of their own. A few months ago, we conducted …

Source: Daily Star - Neutral
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Nigerian bank expands, set to begin full commercial operations in November

Abbey Bank Plc, formerly Abbey Mortgage Bank Plc, received CBN approval to operate as a regional commercial bank. The bank plans to expand into retail banking, SME lending, trade finance and corporate banking from November 2026. Abbey Bank reported a …

Source: Legit News - Neutral
Published on Oct 24, 2026

UBA Intensifies Debt Recovery Drive, Begins Contempt Proceedings Against WEMPCO Directors

Federal High Court grants UBA permission to serve Form 49 on nine WEMPCO directors over alleged disobedience of an existing court order, paving the way for contempt proceedings. Contempt action stems from UBA’s N61.45 billion debt claim against WEMPCO, …

Source: The Will - Neutral
Published on Oct 15, 2026

Dangote Refinery IPO: WayvePay Withdraws Promotional Materials After SEC Warning

Kaode Tokede Following the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) warning to the investing public , Wayve Microfinance Bank Limited, yesterday said it has withdrawn the relevant promotional materials and removed the associated link regarding …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Oct 14, 2026

The Microlending Market Is Projected to Grow to $431.78 Billion by 2030 Fueled by Increasing Industry Demand

The Business Research Company's The Microlending Market Is Projected to Grow to $431.78 Billion by 2030 Fueled by Increasing Industry Demand LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

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Published on Oct 24, 2026

$242m Petroleum Diversion Claim: UBA Takes On Vitol, Four Others, Secures Asset Freeze Against Vitol

United Bank for Africa Plc has secured an interim court order restraining dealings with Vitol SA’s assets and funds up to $242 million amid allegations that petroleum cargoes consigned to the bank were released to other parties. Justice K. A. Jose of the …

Source: Per Second News - Pending
Published on Oct 15, 2026

PMICL not a ‘public body’: FCC

ISLAMABAD: The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) declared that Pakistan Microfinance Investment Company Limited (PMICL), registered under the Companies Act, 2017 and being regulated by Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, is not a ‘Public Body …

Source: Business Recorder - Neutral

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 20:20 GMT

Credicorp Ltd.: Credicorp’s Earnings Release and Conference Call 3Q26

Lima, Oct. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lima, Peru, October 27, 2026 – Credicorp Ltd. announces to its shareholders and the market that its 3Q26 Earnings Release will be published on Monday, November 9, 2026, after market close. Credicorp’s webcast and …

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Published on October 14, 2026 - 00:30 GMT

The Microlending Market Is Projected to Grow to $431.78 Billion by 2030 Fueled by Increasing Industry Demand

The Business Research Company's The Microlending Market Is Projected to Grow to $431.78 Billion by 2030 Fueled by Increasing Industry Demand LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

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Published on October 6, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

InNova Global Fund Opens Reg D 506(c) Offering to Fund Microlending in Kenya

Clovis, CA, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InNova Global Fund today opened its Regulation D Rule 506(c) offering to verified accredited investors. Money raised through the offering funds microlending in Kenya, where borrowers take out microloans …

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Published on October 20, 2026 - 20:30 GMT

Apollo Appoints Ribbit Capital Founder Meyer “Micky” Malka to Board of Directors

NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that Meyer “Micky” Malka, founder and managing partner of Ribbit Capital, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (“Apollo”), effective …

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Published on July 31, 2026 - 19:58 GMT

Rapid Recovery Microloan Program Available for Flood-Impacted Businesses

CATSKILL, N.Y. – Greene County Economic Development Corporation (GCEDC) is partnering with Columbia Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) to provide financial resources to eligible flood-impacted small businesses in both Greene and Columbia counties …

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Published on October 19, 2026 - 20:15 GMT

Credicorp Ltd.: Credicorp’s “3Q26 quiet period”

Lima, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lima, Peru, October 19, 2026 – Credicorp Ltd. (“Credicorp”) (NYSE: BAP | BVL: BAP) announces that, in accordance with its corporate disclosure policies, the Company will enter its quiet period for the third quarter …

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Published on October 19, 2026 - 05:38 GMT

Indonesia gears up for the biggest BFSI spectacle at the eighth edition of World Financial Innovation Series (WFIS)

JAKARTA, INDONESIA, October 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With a seven-year legacy of spotlighting the financial sector’s most pressing challenges and bringing future-ready solutions to address them, the World Financial Innovation Series (WFIS) …

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Published on October 19, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

JazzCash Wins Silver Award for Innovation in InsurTech at Money20/20 USA 2026

LAS VEGAS and Islamabad, October 19, 2026: Jazzcash, Pakistan’s leading digital financial services platform and a subsidiary of VEON Ltd. (NASDAQ: VEON), has won the Silver Award in the Banking – InsurTech category at Money20/20 USA 2026, a leading …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 10:15 GMT

Georgia Economist Dr Nikki Finlay Explains What 3.7 Percent Inflation, Slower Hiring and a Fed Pause Mean for Households

Author of The Economy Always Gets Better offers a plain-English guide to the economic reports arriving before the holidays OXFORD, GA, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As households head into the holiday shopping season, new …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

Gallium Defense comes out of stealth with a €7.1M seed round to enable drone detection at scale

Gallium Defense announces seed funding round led by Keen Venture Partners and 360 Capital, with Omnes Capital and Polytechnique Ventures participating. PARIS, FRANCE, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coinciding with European Defence Week 2026 (2–6 …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 09:07 GMT

Fourthline e Veridas completano la fusione per creare un leader europeo nell'identità digitale

Fourthline e Veridas completano la fusione per creare un leader europeo nell'identità digitale MILAN, SPAIN, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- - Nasce un unico fornitore di identità, conformità normativa e prevenzione delle frodi, già …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 09:07 GMT

Fourthline and Veridas Complete Merger to Create a European Leader in Bank-Grade Digital Identity

Fourthline and Veridas Complete Merger to Create a European Leader in Bank-Grade Digital Identity AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- - One provider for identity, compliance and fraud prevention across 50+ countries, …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

More Than Half (53%) of Self-Employed Canadians Used Credit to Cover Everyday Expenses, New Report Finds

New Money Mentors report reveals the financial strain of unpredictable earnings with 23% facing frequent income shortfalls and 1 in 5 unable to afford time off CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Financial …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

South West Film Marks 10th Anniversary of Animation Studio and 3rd Anniversary of Sister Agency Spark Animation

BRISTOL, UNITED KINGDOM, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- South West Film, a full-service commercial video production agency, today announced a milestone in its operational history: the 10th anniversary of its video animation studio and …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 08:41 GMT

SpecterAI Quantum Security and HPT Sign Implementation Roadmap for Post-Quantum Migration and Training in Vietnam

HO CHI MINH , VIETNAM, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SpecterAI Quantum Security, a post-quantum cryptography (PQC) company, and HPT Vietnam Corporation signed the detailed schedules and action roadmap of their Strategic Partnership …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 08:00 GMT

American IRA Hosts Monica Ho for Webinar on Private Real Estate Debt and Passive Income

Learn how private real estate debt works and what investors should consider when evaluating asset-backed lending opportunities within a Self-Directed IRA. SIOUX FALLS, SD, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American IRA …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 07:30 GMT

On the sidelines of Gateway Gulf 2026 Mumtalakat Announces Strategic Investment in Tanami

MANAMA, BAHRAIN, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat), the sovereign wealth fund of the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced a strategic investment in Tanami, the digital private markets investment …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 07:18 GMT

Avyanco Announces Free Zone Company Formation Service for New UAE Businesses

Avyanco's new package gives founders a lower-cost route to a UAE free zone licence, with clear guidance on what the starting price covers. DUBAI, DUBIA, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Avyanco, a Dubai-based business …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 06:39 GMT

BC Group Proud to Support Nonprofits Building Stronger Communities Through Housing and Opportunity

BC Group highlights BRIDGE Housing and Community Partners for Affordable Housing and the lasting impact of affordable housing, education and resident services PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, November 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BC Group is proud …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 06:35 GMT

Phillip Nova and Bursa Malaysia Collaborate to Expand Investment Horizons for Singapore Investors

Phillip Nova will organise “Invest Beyond Borders: Expanding Investment Horizons from Singapore” on 7 November 2026 in collaboration with Bursa Malaysia. SINGAPORE, NOT APPLICABLE, SINGAPORE, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Phillip Nova …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 06:24 GMT

Hakim Ali Sees Solar Energy Shift in Nigeria as Jaiz Bank Financing Supports Expansion

American-born entrepreneur who relocated to Nigeria sees growing opportunities in electric vehicles, solar power and institutional energy savings. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American-born Nigerian …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 06:20 GMT

Talkadot Launches Event Feedback Service to Help Conference Planners Learn What Actually Worked

New service replaces the survey that arrives 2 weeks too late with live feedback, deeper questions, and recommendations planners can act on for their next event LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Talkadot, the …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 06:18 GMT

Coherent Market Insights’ Raj Shah to Join Paris Creator Week 2026 Panel on Europe vs. the US

BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coherent Market Insights (CMI) announced that its Founder & CEO, Raj Shah, will speak at Paris Creator Week (PCW) 2026, where CMI is the Knowledge Partner. He will join a …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 06:02 GMT

Muscat Maritime Resilience Forum 2026 concludes with groundwork for new framework

MUSCAT, OMAN, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Muscat Maritime Resilience Forum 2026 concluded under the patronage of H.E. Abdulsalam bin Mohammed Al Murshidi, President of Oman Investment Authority (OIA). In his closing remarks, His Excellency …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 06:00 GMT

LuxMove Reports Executive Transport for Travel Parties From Over 10 Countries

Thai-owned LuxMove details vehicle preparation and live transport coordination during the 2026 IMF and World Bank Group Annual Meetings in Bangkok. BANGKOK, BANGKOK, THAILAND, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LuxMove Thailand says it …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 06:00 GMT

ATFX Partners with Acuity Trading to Support AT DeepSight Research Experience

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATFX partners with Acuity Trading to integrate AT DeepSight, an AI-powered trading intelligence tool, into the ATFX client portal and dashboard. This collaboration delivers market …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 05:53 GMT

67.9% of association attendees say they would definitely attend a conference featuring presentations on Sales & Revenue

Free playbook built on 17,000 audience-verified responses gives executive directors the data and the plays to keep members coming back. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 67.9% of association event attendees say …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

Global Insurance Brokerage Market 2026: Top 20 Brokers Generate $122 bn as Growth Slows

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The world's 20 largest insurance and reinsurance brokers generated approximately $122 bn in combined revenue in 2025, according to Beinsure and AM Best's latest data. …

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