South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago says a secure digital consumer identity is key to reducing fraud and strengthening the resilience of the financial system. He made the remarks at the launch of the 2025 G20 TechSprint, held under the theme "Trust and Integrity: Scalable and Open Finance. Kganyago also highlighted that the safe and trusted exchange of credit data across borders could unlock access to services like real-time credit scoring. Channel Africa business reporter Innocent Semosa has more

South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago&nbsp;says a secure digital consumer identity is key to reducing fraud&nbsp;and strengthening the resilience of the financial system. He made the remarks at the launch of the 2025 G20 TechSprint, held under the theme "Trust and Integrity: Scalable and Open Finance. Kganyago also highlighted that the safe and trusted exchange of credit data across borders could unlock access to services like real-time credit scoring. Channel Africa business reporter Innocent Semosa has more

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A secure digital consumer identity is key to reducing fraud: SA Governor

The Swiss Alpine town of Davos is once again hosting the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, bringing together political, economic and cultural leaders from around the world for high-level talks. 

This year's gathering comes at a moment of heightened geopolitical tension and debate over the future of global cooperation, with U.S. President Donald Trump's agenda dominating discussions. As trade disputes between major powers intensify, does this moment position Africa as a strategic alternative for investment?

 Channel Africa's economics reporter Innocent Semosa has more.

The Swiss Alpine town of Davos is once again hosting the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, bringing together political, economic and cultural leaders from around the world for high-level talks.&nbsp;
This year's gathering comes at a moment of heightened geopolitical tension and debate over the future of global cooperation, with U.S. President Donald Trump's agenda dominating discussions. As trade disputes between major powers intensify, does this moment position Africa as a strategic alternative for investment?
&nbsp;Channel Africa's economics reporter Innocent Semosa has more.

WEF takes place amid heightened geopolitical tension, debate over the future of global co-operation

Malawi's energy regulator has announced a sharp increase in fuel prices for the second time in four months, citing the need to avert fuel shortages and conserve scarce foreign exchange. Petrol prices have risen by nearly fourty-two percent, while diesel has gone up by about 41%, according to the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA).

The move comes as President Peter Mutharika's administration seeks to stabilise the economy, negotiate a new support programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), restructure public debt, and rebuild dwindling foreign reserves.

Thami Ngubeni spoke to the President of the Economics Association of Malawi (ECAMA) Dr. Bertha Bangara Chikadza.

Malawi's energy regulator has announced a sharp increase in fuel prices for the second time in four months, citing the need to avert fuel shortages and conserve scarce foreign exchange. Petrol prices have risen by nearly fourty-two percent, while diesel has gone up by about 41%, according to the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA).
The move comes as President Peter Mutharika's administration seeks to stabilise the economy, negotiate a new support programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), restructure public debt, and rebuild dwindling foreign reserves.
Thami Ngubeni spoke to the President of the Economics Association of Malawi (ECAMA) Dr. Bertha Bangara Chikadza.

Malawi's energy regulator announces a sharp increase in fuel prices for the second time in four months

Ghana's Chamber of Mines warns that proposed tax and royalty changes could deter investment and slow mining output.

While supporting a sliding‑scale royalty system that boosts state revenue at higher gold prices, the chamber says the current plan would push Ghana up the global tax curve, risking stalled projects and job losses. The warning follows government plans to double royalties and introduce long-term investment stability agreements amid rising gold prices.

Thami Ngubeni spoke to Dr Kenneth Ashigbey, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Chamber of Mines.

Ghana's Chamber of Mines warns that proposed tax and royalty changes could deter investment and slow mining output.
While supporting a sliding‑scale royalty system that boosts state revenue at higher gold prices, the chamber says the current plan would push Ghana up the global tax curve, risking stalled projects and job losses. The warning follows government plans to double royalties and introduce long-term investment stability agreements amid rising gold prices.
Thami Ngubeni spoke to Dr Kenneth Ashigbey, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Chamber of Mines.

A secure digital consumer identity is key to reducing fraud: SA Governor

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