Islamic Finance is an Opportunity for Africa – Moody’s
The Islamic financial sector has great potential in Africa, where countries are looking to broaden their sources of financing.
Moody’s published a report on 16...
‘Major Differences’ Between Islamic, Conventional Banking
Although there may be superficial similarities with conventional banking, Islamic banking is fundamentally different from the way most of us bank.
This is the view...
Libya’s BCD Receives Licence for Islamic Finance Bank
The eastern Central Bank of Libya (CBL) yesterday issued a licence to the Bank of Commerce and Development (BCD) to launch its Islamic Finance...
Kenyan MPs Back Tax Exempt Plan for Green Bonds
The issuance of green bonds in Kenya has received a boost after Parliament okayed a proposal to make the paper tax exempt in order...
Nigeria to Host African International Conference on Islamic Finance
Nigeria is set to host the 4th edition of the African International Conference on Islamic Finance (AICIF). The event is a gathering of the...
Islamic Finance in Africa to Grow as Sukuk Issuance Strengthens- Moody’s
Africa’s Islamic banks will continue to perform well and African sukuk issuance will keep expanding steadily to fund sovereigns and financial institutions, supported by...