M&A Explorer | AI, social media and cloud computing are driving dealmaking demand in EMEA’s data center subsector

The African Union's Continental AI Strategy sets the stage for a unified approach to AI governance across the continent.

South Africa is yet to announce any AI regulation proposals but is in the process of obtaining inputs for a draft National AI plan.

Debt Explorer | Leveraged loan issuance in the US and Europe showed strong year-on-year gains over the first nine months of 2024 as lower interest rates inspired a wave of refinancing

Debt Explorer | High yield bond issuance in the US and Europe has made strong gains as issuers return to the market to refinance at more attractive rates

M&A Explorer | The EV industry is facing multiple headwinds in 2024 including consumer pullback, but future dealmaking prospects look solid as buyers seek to safeguard future growth, with China leading the way

Debt Explorer | Spain's renewable energy assets are producing more power than ever. However, as energy prices flatten out, refinancing renewable energy infrastructure could prove to be tricky

Elevated interest rates have led to an increase in European NPL volumes, but levels remain far below the peaks during the financial crisis period. NPL investors and servicers are rethinking their business models to adjust to a smaller market

Driven by M&A activity, warranties and indemnities insurance for deals in Africa has grown significantly during the past decade

The competition laws in various African countries have been rapidly evolving, with some countries enacting new laws or proposing revisions while some African leaders are joining forces to develop antitrust policies

An overview of special economic zones and how African countries can use them to drive economic growth

Debt Explorer | High yield activity in the US, Europe and APAC revives after a tricky period, but markets remain uncertain moving into the final months of 2024

US and European leveraged loan markets record massive increases in issuance as issuers race to refinance

M&A Explorer | The addition of infrastructure to PE firms’ playbooks is part of a broader embrace of adjacent private market asset classes

M&A Explorer | The continent's growing population is producing a wealth of investment opportunities as demand for digital services ramps up

Debt Explorer | US and European high yield issuance surged in Q1 2024, but in APAC, conditions remain challenging

Debt Explorer | Leveraged loan issuance in the US and Europe rallied in Q1 2024 as a clearer view of interest rates brings lenders and borrowers back to the market

Debt Explorer | Weaker deal flow and tighter profit margins are driving a wave of consolidation in the European non-performing loan servicer market

M&A Explorer | Fintech companies must find new revenue streams if they want to thrive in the current market

M&A Explorer | M&A is emerging as a vital tool to support the realignment and resilience of global supply chains

Debt Explorer | Despite macroeconomic headwinds, cross-border transaction flow between Spain and Mexico has continued to deliver opportunities for investors and dealmakers

Debt Explorer | A strong finish to 2023 helped to boost global leveraged loan issuance at the end of an otherwise rocky year for all key markets

Debt Explorer | High interest rates weighed down on deals, precipitating a drop in leveraged loan issuance in 2023. However, there are reasons to be optimistic that deal activity will pick up in 2024

Debt Explorer | High yield bond issuance made gains in some key jurisdictions in 2023 but challenges remain

M&A Explorer | Anticipated rate cuts spark investor optimism, but escalating geopolitical tensions threaten to derail economic recovery

M&A Explorer | Consolidation and alternative energy drive big-ticket energy, mining and utilities M&A 

Fueling a sustainable future

Namibia's regulatory environment, stable economy and rich mineral resources make it an attractive investment destination in Africa. Investors should view Namibia as a key emerging investment hub on the continent.

Africa needs to significantly increase its electricity production to ensure universal access to its expanding population. It also needs to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

In an exclusive interview, Marcus Booth and James Ateh discuss Africa's infrastructure, renewable energy and investment landscape with Sam Senbanjo, A.P. Moller Capital.