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SA’s FirstRand to exit UK unit after car loan provisions hit $993 million

FirstRand will seek an orderly ‌exit from its United Kingdom

Rand weakens as US President’s Iran deadline keeps markets on edge

SA Rand was weaker in early trade on Tuesday

Italy’s Eni discovers 2 trillion cubic feet of gas offshore Egypt

The ⁠discovery will help Eni to support Egypt’s ​goal of boosting gas reserves and increasing production.

Kenya private sector activity shrinks for first time since August 2025

The Stanbic Kenya survey said the only sector that experienced expansion ​in March was wholesale and retail.

Ghana making move towards continental integration

Ghana is making a major move toward continental integration

War in Middle East will lead to slower growth, higher inflation: IMF Chief 

Georgieva said the IMF had received requests for financing assistance from some countries.