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Transaction Banking Overview Corporate and Investment Banking's Transaction Banking team provides clients with access to a comprehensive suite of solutions for Africa. Learn More

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Watch the full episode to see how import substitution can drive growth in Africa

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Highlights on how import substitution drives Africa's growth Every day Africa sends a wealth of raw materials overseas to be processed and converted into finished products, and millions of Africans are missing out on the benefits of local manufacturing. How can import substitution solve this? Find out in the Blue Space, with host Joanne Joseph, Ann Mugweru, Stanbic Bank Kenya Executive for Diversified Industries, and Stephan Grabowski, Kenpoly Manufacturers CEO.

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Standard Bank driving energy transformation across Africa At Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking, we are proud to be at the forefront of driving energy transformation across Africa. With a proven track record in closing complex energy deals, we continue to lead the way in delivering innovative solutions that empower businesses and communities across the continent.

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Pathway to Africa's Just Energy Transition Our experts, Dele Kuti, Global Head of Energy and Infrastructure; Rentia van Tonder, Head of Power; and Aadil Cajee, Head of Energy and Infrastructure Finance, discuss the state of the Just Energy Transition in Africa.

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