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    Licence Applications for Foreign Banks Now Open in Ethiopia

    Ethiopia's central bank has issued a long-anticipated directive that lays out the licensing framework for foreign banks and investors looking to tap into Africa’s second-most populous nation.

    TymeBank Is Now South Africa’s Third-Largest Bank — But Scaling Further May Cost More Than It Can Afford

    TymeBank is now South Africa’s third-largest bank by customer base, serving over 11 million South Africans . But a big trouble is looming.

    The Rulebook for Egypt’s Fintech Startups Has Changed. Here’s How to Get Licensed

    Existing fintech startups must apply for a license within 12 months.

    A Cap on Power: Nigeria Draws the Line on Founders Clinging to the CEO Seat

    The implications are clear. Founders can no longer assume indefinite stewardship of the entities they birthed.
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    The ruling has implications that stretch well beyond a single scuppered deal.

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