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        <video:title><![CDATA[S.Africa's Financial Sector Conduct Authority cracks down on high-risk misconduct  ]]></video:title>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Ghana begins new phase after completing IMF credit programme]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Mission Chief of the International Monetary Fund, Ruben Atoyan, says Ghana's macroeconomic gains are becoming increasingly durable, supported by fiscal adjustment, stronger macroeconomic fundamentals and structural reforms, with the focus now shifting from stabilisation to building resilience and sustaining private sector-led growth. This comes after the brettonwood institution completed the sixth and final review of Ghana's $3 billion Extended Credit Facility programme. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Nigeria insurers await NAICOM as recapitalisation deadline ends ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Nigeria's insurance recapitalisation deadline comes to an end today as insurers await the final verdict from the National Insurance Commission on the list of fully compliant operators. Ayokunle Olubunmi, Head of Financial Institutions Ratings at Agusto & Co, joins CNBC Africa to examine the recapitalisation journey. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Gold on track for first monthly rise since February]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Gold drop about one percent  to a trading range of $4,000 an ounce as the U.S. dollar regains footing, but on track to post its first monthly rise since February as investors pare back rate hike bets after the Federal Reserve meeting this week. Nere Emiko, Vice Chair at Kian Smith Refinery joins CNBC Africa for more dynamics shaping the market.]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Is Nigeria addressing structural challenges impacting growth? ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[A report by the African Development Bank says that Nigeria's structural challenges have continued to impact rapid economic growth, noting that recent reforms have stabilized key macroeconomic indicators. Meanwhile, former president of the World Bank, David Malpass believes Nigeria’s long-term growth prospects depend on structural reforms, including currency stabilisation and unification among others. Tilewa Adebajo, CEO of CFG Advisory, joins CNBC Africa for this discussion. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Unpacking barriers to growth for South African businesses]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[For years, the conversation around business growth has centred on access to capital. But as mid-sized businesses scale, many are finding that their biggest challenge isn't raising money, it's managing the complexity that comes with growth. Joining CNBC Africa to unpack this shift and what it means for businesses and commercial banks is Mike Naidoo, CEO, FNB Commercial Enterprise Banking.  ]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[The evolution of the hiring process ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[As part of our poll this week, we asked our audience whether hiring practices have become more difficult in today's job market. For many job seekers, landing a role now means navigating multiple rounds of interviews, skills assessments, AI screening tools and lengthy recruitment processes- with no guarantee of securing the job. Joining CNBC Africa to discuss the state of recruitment in the modern world of work is Natashia Moosa, Commercial Manager, Workforce Staffing Middle East & Africa.]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[EBRD backs Kenyan small businesses with $100mn financing facility]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Small and medium enterprises are often called the backbone of Kenya's economy, yet access to affordable credit remains one of their greatest hurdles. Addressing this gap, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced a landmark $100 million loan facility to KCB Bank Kenya Limited.
Joining CNBC Africa today to unpack what this means for local businesses and the EBRD's broader rollout in Sub-Saharan Africa is Heike Harmgart, Managing Director for Sub-Saharan Africa at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. 
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Mozambique's key lending rate unchanged at 9.25% ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[The Bank of Mozambique joined the major central banks, this month; as it stood pat on rates. For the third consecutive time; Mozambique's central bank, kept its benchmark interest rate steady, at 9.25 per cent. This, even with the inflation risks, posed by the Middle East War. Joining CNBC Africa to unpack that decision is Celio Hamide, Head of Global Market Sales for Mozambique, at Standard Bank.]]></video:description>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785424126567/moniepoint-digital-finance-expanding-access-for-africas-businesses</loc>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Moniepoint: Digital finance expanding access for Africa's businesses]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Moniepoint says it now supports more than 20 million businesses and individuals each month with payments, banking, credit, cross-border and business management solutions. According to the company's latest Impact Report, it processes more than $250 billion in annual digital payment transaction value and continues to expand financial inclusion through technology, SME financing and digital infrastructure. Ross Strike, Senior Vice President, Investor Relations at Moniepoint, joins CNBC Africa to discuss the company's growth strategy and the evolving digital finance landscape in Africa.]]></video:description>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785423238949/afdb-west-africas-growth-to-remain-resilient-in-2026</loc>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[AfDB: West Africa's growth to remain resilient in 2026]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[West Africa's economy is projected to remain one of Africa's fastest-growing regions, according to the African Development Bank in its West Africa Economic Outlook 2026. The report projects regional growth of 4.7 per cent in 2026, supported by agriculture, mining, hydrocarbons and infrastructure investment, while highlighting the need to strengthen domestic resource mobilisation, deepen financial markets and mobilise long-term capital to finance sustainable development. Marcellin Ndong Ntah, Lead Economist for West Africa at the African Development Bank Group, joins CNBC Africa to unpack the report's findings and the region's outlook.]]></video:description>
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        <video:publication_date>2026-07-30T15:21:24.137Z</video:publication_date>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Is Nigeria becoming a more investable market? ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Nigeria recorded 10.4 billion dollars in capital importation in the first quarter of 2026, up 83.8 per cent year-on-year, but 95.1 per cent was portfolio investment, while FDI accounted for only 1.3 per cent. Experts have asked if Nigeria becoming a more investable market, or are investors simply chasing high yields? Samuel Oyekanmi, Chief Research Officer at Norrenberger joins CNBC Africa for this discussion. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Can Lagos development plan achieve a $1trn economy by 2052? ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Nigeria's sub national, Lagos State hopes to grow its economy to between $800 billion and $1 trillion over the next 26 years under the Lagos State Development Plan 2052. How feasible is the target? Johnson Chukwu, the CEO of Cowry Asset Management joins CNBC Africa for this discussion. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:publication_date>2026-07-30T12:34:14.848Z</video:publication_date>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785410484509/wgc-investment-demand-falls-as-gold-price-momentum-softens</loc>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[WGC: Investment demand falls as gold price momentum softens]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Gold prices may have cooled from the record highs seen earlier this year, but demand remains resilient. The World Gold Council's latest Gold Demand Trends report shows central bank buying strengthened in the second quarter, while Asian investors continue to underpin the market despite softer ETF flows. Joining CNBC Africa to unpack what's driving demand and what investors should expect in the second half of the year is Juan Carlos Artigas, Global Head of Research, World Gold Council.]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Valterra Platinum HY26 HEPS up 17 fold]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Valterra Platinum saw a number of tailwinds, in the interim period ended June. Some key benefits, being an 85 per cent acceleration in the realised dollar basket price, a four fold increase in core profit, and headline earnings per share surging 1634 per cent. CNBC Africa is joined by Craig Miller, CEO of Valterra Platinum for more.]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Nigeria's currency outside banks fall to a 7-month low in June]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Currency held outside Nigeria's banking system fell to a seven-month low by 486 billion naira in June. According to the latest data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, pointing to electronic payments adoption and financial inclusion in Nigeria's payment ecosystem. Meanwhile, the CBN's maximum lending rate eased to 33.16 per cent, as markets assess the outlook for credit conditions, liquidity and economic activity. Paul Alaje, Senior Economist at SPM Professionals, joins CNBC Africa for more.]]></video:description>
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        <video:publication_date>2026-07-29T15:26:07.852Z</video:publication_date>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785333956156/united-capital-h1-pre-tax-profit-up-80-to-2477bn</loc>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[United Capital H1 pre-tax profit up 80% to ₦24.77bn]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[United Capital reported a 22 per cent year-on-year increase in gross earnings to ₦43.84 billion in the first half of 2026, while profit before tax rose 20 per cent to ₦24.77 billion, driven by growth across its diversified business lines. Shedrack Onakpoma, Group Chief Finance Officer at United Capital Plc, joins CNBC Africa to unpack the results and the Group's outlook for the rest of the year.]]></video:description>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785335164498/okomu-oil-palm-revenue-down-36-on-headwinds-in-h126-</loc>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Okomu Oil Palm revenue down 3.6% on headwinds in H1'26 ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Nigerian agricultural enterprise, Okomu Oil Palm has reported a 3.6 per cent decline in its revenue in the first half of 2026 as a decline in domestic palm oil sales driven by persistent import-driven competitive pressures impacted Crude Palm Oil prices. Graham Hefer, Managing Director of Okomu Oil Palm, joins CNBC Africa to unpack the result. ]]></video:description>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785332018256/what-does-the-future-hold-for-ghana-post-imf-programme</loc>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[What does the future hold for Ghana post IMF programme?]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[The International Monetary Fund has completed the sixth and final review of Ghana's 39-month, 3 billion dollar Extended Credit Facility programme, unlocking a final disbursement of 371 million dollars. The Fund described Ghana's performance as broadly satisfactory, citing declining inflation, stronger fiscal discipline and progress on structural reforms. Wilson Zilevu, Fixed Income & Economic Analyst at Databank, joins CNBC Africa to discuss what lies ahead for Ghana's economy.]]></video:description>
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        <video:publication_date>2026-07-29T13:53:16.048Z</video:publication_date>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Nigeria employers call for suspension of increase in pension contribution ]]></video:title>
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        <video:duration>573</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-29T12:41:23.726Z</video:publication_date>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785324909291/african-youth-survey-young-people-more-optimistic-about-future-despite-economic-pressures</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785324909291-poster.0000011.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[African Youth Survey: Young people more optimistic about future despite economic pressures]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[A new African Youth Survey paints a picture of a generation that's more optimistic about the continent's future than at any point since the pandemic. But while confidence is recovering, young Africans are making it clear that optimism alone isn't enough — they want jobs, cleaner government, greater political inclusion and leaders who deliver tangible results. Joining CNBC Africa to unpack these findings further is Ivor Ichikowitz, Founder & Commissioner, African Youth Survey.]]></video:description>
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        <video:duration>656</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-29T12:12:11.235Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785325571588/africa-advances-plans-for-continental-credit-rating-agency</loc>
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        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785325571588-poster.0000015.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Africa advances plans for continental credit rating agency]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Joining CNBC Africa to unpack this further is Misheck Mutize, Lead Expert, African Peer Review Mechanism.]]></video:description>
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        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785325571588</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>435</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-29T12:07:59.959Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785323809183/-gold-as-an-investment-strategy-</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785323809183-poster.0000012.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[ Gold as an investment strategy ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Gold has long been regarded as the ultimate safe-haven asset, but in an increasingly fragmented geopolitical landscape, it's also re-emerging as a strategic tool for central banks. While many BRICS nations have been steadily increasing their gold reserves, South Africa has not added to its official holdings in more than two decades. Is it time to rethink the country's approach to reserve management? Joining CNBC Africa for more is Duarte da Silva, Managing Director, Northbound Processing.]]></video:description>
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        <video:duration>518</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-29T11:49:48.872Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785254569164/alexforbes-h2-asset-allocation-and-bond-outlook</loc>
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        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785254569164-poster.0000015.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Alexforbes H2 asset allocation and bond outlook]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Uncertainty continues to rule, in the markets. From global equities influenced by the Middle East war and mega AI stock valuations; to South African markets operating around a low growth environment, with increased confidence; but a constrained consumer. Joining CNBC Africa with insight, on how Alexforbes is navigating this environment; is Mandisa Zavala, Head of Asset Allocation at Alexforbes.]]></video:description>
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        <video:duration>783</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T16:49:35.392Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785253017686/kumba-hy26-headline-earnings-plunged-41</loc>
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        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785253017686-poster.0000009.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Kumba HY26 headline earnings plunged 41%]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Kumba Iron Ore got the short end of the stick; as external headwinds bit. In the interim period ended June; a stronger Rand contributed to an 11 per cent revenue decline. Inflation due to the Middle East war led to, a 4 per cent increase in operating expenses. And headline earnings per share dropped 41 per cent. For more insight, CNBC Africa is joined by Mpumi Zikalala, CEO of Kumba Iron Ore.]]></video:description>
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        <video:duration>721</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T16:08:06.346Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785251128864/zedcrest-acquires-uk-based-leatherback-</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785251128864-poster.0000009.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Zedcrest acquires UK-based leatherback ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Nigerian financial services group, Zedcrest has acquired UK-based cross-border fintech firm, Leatherback after about four years of backing the fintech company. Ochebhoya Ekpete, Chief Executive Officer at Leatherback, joins CNBC Africa to discuss the significance of this acquisition. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:duration>393</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T15:21:25.586Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785248650427/transmission-infrastructure-will-nigeria-secure-increased-investment-grid-capacity</loc>
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        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785248650427-poster.0000013.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Transmission infrastructure: Will Nigeria secure increased investment, grid capacity?]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[A growing mismatch between Nigeria's generation capacity and transmission capability is raising fresh concerns about the electricity sector. The Association of Power Generation Companies blames Nigeria's transmission infrastructure for persistent electricity shortages noting more than 2,500 megawatts of available power is stranded daily, depriving millions of households and businesses of reliable electricity despite existing generation capacity. George Etomi, Founder of George Etomi & Partners joins CNBC Africa for more developments shaping Nigeria’s electricity market.]]></video:description>
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        <video:duration>617</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T15:05:44.746Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785248697751/luno-nigeria-growing-demand-drives-nigerias-dominance-in-africas-stablecoin-flows-</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785248697751-poster.0000015.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Luno Nigeria: Growing demand drives Nigeria's dominance in Africa's stablecoin flows  ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[The CEO of Luno Nigeria says Nigeria's dominance in Africa's stablecoin flows reflects growing demand for a practical, reliable digital dollar for cross-border trade, remittances, and business payments where traditional financial systems remain costly or inefficient. He notes broader growth in digital assets also reflects increasing public confidence in blockchain-based financial infrastructure. He joins CNBC Africa for more on the recent crypto price movements and dynamics shaping the market. ]]></video:description>
        <video:content_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/videos_source/7785248697751.mp4</video:content_loc>
        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785248697751</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>579</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T14:57:54.391Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785249442555/investors-focus-on-h126-banking-earnings</loc>
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        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785249442555-poster.0000009.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Investors focus on H1'26 banking earnings]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Half-year earnings of Nigerian banks are beginning to trickle in as the outcome of the banking sector recapitalisation reflects. Nabila Mohammed, Banking Sector Analyst at Chapel Hill Denham, joins CNBC Africa to unpack the numbers and other developments.
]]></video:description>
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        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785249442555</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>309</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T14:53:57.583Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785240653500/osun-election-inec-probes-attack-on-pvc-centre</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785240653500-poster.0000011.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Osun election: INEC probes attack on PVC centre]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Nigeria's Independent National Electoral Commission is awaiting a police report following an attack on a Permanent Voter Card collection centre in Osun State, where gunmen reportedly carted away PVCs and Bimodal Voter Accreditation System devices ahead of the governorship election in the state. Achike Chude, Deputy Chairman of the Joint Action Front, joins CNBC Africa for more.]]></video:description>
        <video:content_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/videos_source/7785240653500.mp4</video:content_loc>
        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785240653500</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>733</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T12:52:56.214Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785239429679/akida-hills-plans-landmark-leisure-tourism-hub-in-abuja-</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785239429679-poster.0000009.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Akida Hills plans landmark leisure & tourism hub in Abuja ]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Real estate and mixed-use developer, Akida Hills, plans to invest 40 million dollars in transforming Jabi Lake Waterfront into landmark leisure and tourism in Nigeria's Federal Capital. Kayode Bamisile, Founder, Akida Hills says the vision is to establish Jabi as a defining waterfront destination for the continent. He joins CNBC Africa to discuss plans and timelines for the project. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785239429679</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>575</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T12:31:27.128Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785237846684/driving-jobs-skills-development-in-south-africa</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785237846684-poster.0000013.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Driving jobs, skills development in South Africa]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[The Gauteng Department of Economic Development is celebrating the graduation of 2,500 business owners trained through its High Impact Partnership Delivery Model. The programme has supported more than 11,000 MSMEs and aims to turn skills development into stronger businesses, greater market access and sustainable employment. Joining CNBC Africa is Goitsione Motloung, Chief Director for Sector and Industry Development at the Gauteng Department of Economic Development. ]]></video:description>
        <video:content_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/videos_source/7785237846684.mp4</video:content_loc>
        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785237846684</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>606</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T12:02:10.426Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785238932235/south-african-update-on-municipal-funding-crisis</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785238932235-poster.0000015.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[South African update on municipal funding crisis]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[The National Treasury has announced the temporary withholding of July 2026 Municipal Equitable Share transfers to 69 municipalities nationwide. This decision follows ongoing non-compliance with  regulations. For an update, South Africa's Cooperative Governance Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa and Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana held a media briefing earlier today. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785238932235</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>270</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T11:58:24.630Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785236284402/canal-reports-40-rise-in-hy26-group-revenue</loc>
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        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785236284402-poster.0000011.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[CANAL+ reports 40% rise in HY26 group revenue]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[CANAL+ has reported a strong first half following its acquisition of MultiChoice, with revenue rising 40 per cent to €4.287 billion and Adjusted EBIT increasing 68 per cent to €433 million. The Group says the MultiChoice turnaround is gaining momentum, with subscriber acquisition up 40 per cent and June recording South Africa's strongest new subscriber uptake in a decade. Joining CNBC Africa to unpack the results and the strategy ahead is David Mignot, CEO of CANAL+ Africa. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785236284402</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>515</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T11:40:18.043Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785235474667/the-dangers-of-unregulated-prediction-markets</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785235474667-poster.0000010.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[The dangers of unregulated prediction markets]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[The South African Bookmakers' Association (SABA) is calling for urgent regulatory action on offshore prediction markets, warning that they pose risks to consumers, market integrity and democratic processes. CNBC Africa is joined by Sean Coleman, CEO, South African Bookmakers' Association for more. ]]></video:description>
        <video:content_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/videos_source/7785235474667.mp4</video:content_loc>
        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785235474667</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>650</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T11:38:52.685Z</video:publication_date>
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    </url>
<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785231975477/will-nigerias-taxpayers-rights-charter-provide-due-protection</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785231975477-poster.0000015.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Will Nigeria's taxpayers' rights charter provide due protection?]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Nigeria's Tax Ombud is set to unveil a Taxpayers' Rights Charter aimed at strengthening taxpayer protection and improving confidence in the country's tax system. The development comes as the Nigeria Revenue Service maintains the 31st of July deadline for businesses to comply with its national e-invoicing mandate, while 16 states have adopted a harmonised tax framework to curb multiple taxation and improve the ease of doing business. Oladejo Adeyemi, Partner at Andersen Nigeria, joins CNBC Africa for more.]]></video:description>
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        <video:duration>646</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-28T10:20:11.281Z</video:publication_date>
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    </url>
<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785170795237/mlumbi-peter-sadc-holds-around-30-of-worlds-critical-mineral-resources</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785170795237-poster.0000008.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Mlumbi-Peter: SADC holds around 30% of world's critical mineral resources]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[A number of economic stakeholders are gathering in Durban; for the 9th iteration of the SADC Industrialisation Week. Jointly hosted by the South African government, SADC Secretariat, and SADC Business Council - this year's engagements are taking place, under the theme of resilient, sustainable and inclusive industrialisation. CNBC Africa spoke with Xolelwa Mlumbi-Peter, the Deputy Director General at the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition; for more. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785170795237</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>707</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-27T17:19:22.663Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785168717264/anchor-capitals-q3-2026-strategy-asset-allocation</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785168717264-poster.0000015.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Anchor Capital's Q3 2026 strategy & asset allocation]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[As geopolitical tensions and concerns over mega US company valuations, continue to weigh on the markets - at times, investors have struggled where to look. Anchor Capital has released insights, from its investment team; on where the money will be made, in the third quarter. Joining CNBC Africa for the detail is Nolan Wapenaar, Co-Chief Investment Officer at Anchor Capital.]]></video:description>
        <video:content_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/videos_source/7785168717264.mp4</video:content_loc>
        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785168717264</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>588</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-27T16:40:55.934Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785165411260/south-africa-adds-angolan-kwanza-to-regional-cross-border-payment-system</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785165411260-poster.0000013.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[South Africa adds Angolan Kwanza to regional cross-border payment system]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[The South African Reserve Bank has added the Angolan Kwanza, as a settlement currency, on the SADC-RTGS system. The regional cross-border settlement system, is operated by the SARB. And for the first time; the system won't exclusively settle transactions, in the South African Rand. Joining CNBC Africa for more on this milestone is Arif Ismail: Head of the National Payment System Department at the South African Reserve Bank.]]></video:description>
        <video:content_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/videos_source/7785165411260.mp4</video:content_loc>
        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785165411260</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>657</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-27T15:42:29.018Z</video:publication_date>
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<url>
      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785164443774/imf-executive-board-set-to-approve-ghanas-final-programme-review-this-week</loc>
      <video:video>
        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785164443774-poster.0000009.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[IMF Executive Board set to approve Ghana’s final programme review this week]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund expected to meet this week to consider and approve Ghana’s sixth and final review under the Extended Credit Facility programme. The Board is also expected to consider and approve Ghana’s request for a 36-month Policy Coordination Instrument, a non-financing arrangement that will guide the country’s economic reforms after the conclusion of the IMF bailout programme. Nelson Kuagbedzi, Head of Finance at Merban Capital joins CNBC Africa for more.]]></video:description>
        <video:content_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/videos_source/7785164443774.mp4</video:content_loc>
        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785164443774</video:player_loc>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Accelerating investments into Africa's next-generation infrastructure]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[International investors are increasingly turning to blended finance vehicles to gain exposure to African infrastructure. The Managing Director at Emerging Africa & Asia Infrastructure Fund, Martijn Proos says accelerating investments into next-generation infrastructure in especially in frontier markets is key to achieving the continent's growth agenda. He joins CNBC Africa for more on the road ahead.]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Parthian: Buy interest on stocks with strong fundamentals, attractive dividend prospects]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Analysts at Parthian Securities say the Nigerian equities market regained momentum in this month following the price correction witnessed in June. They note while some investors may lock in profits after the recent gains, they expect buy interest to remain concentrated in companies with solid earnings, strong fundamentals and attractive dividend prospects. Mercy Okon-Dako, Investment Research Analyst at Parthian joins CNBC Africa for more market movements.]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Will naira petrol sales prevent Nigeria from fuel crisis?]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[The Dangote Petroleum Refinery says its decision to resume selling petrol in naira was driven by the need to stabilize the market, amid claims that fuel importers were withholding supplies in anticipation of higher prices. Kelvin Emmanuel, Managing Partner at The Energy Consulting Practice joins CNBC Africa for more. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Will ECOWAS launch ECO single currency in 2027?]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[ECOWAS leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to launching the ECO single currency next year as part of efforts to deepen regional economic integration and boost intra-African trade. Meanwhile, the United States has imposed a 12.5 per cent tariff on Nigerian imports, along with imports from several other African countries, over forced labour claims. Reacting to the move, Ken Ife, Lead Consultant, Industry & Private Sector Development at the ECOWAS Commission, says while the tariff appears significant, its macroeconomic impact on Nigeria will be limited, as about 80 per cent of the country's exports to the U.S. fall under energy security exemptions. He joins CNBC Africa for this discussion.]]></video:description>
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        <video:duration>320</video:duration>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785154542569/africas-ai-ambitions-and-data-centre-boom</loc>
      <video:video>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Africa's AI ambitions and data centre boom]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming a defining force in the global economy, with the technology expected to add almost $16 trillion to global GDP by 2030. Yet Africa accounts for less than 1 per cent of global data centre capacity, despite being home to nearly a fifth of the world's population. As governments and investors race to build the digital infrastructure needed for the AI economy, the question is whether Africa can seize this moment— not just as a consumer of AI, but as a creator of it.
Joining CNBC Africa to unpack what's needed to build that future is Steven Santini, Vice President: Secure Power, SSA, Schneider Electric and Kesh Mudaly, Managing Director & Partner at BCG.
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        <video:duration>905</video:duration>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785155363855/is-nigerias-new-startup-accelerator-the-funding-break-tech-founders-need</loc>
      <video:video>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Is Nigeria's new startup accelerator the funding break tech founders need?]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[The Nigerian government is rolling out a fresh funding opportunity for tech entrepreneurs, launching a new accelerator programme that could provide qualifying startups with up to $350,000 in investment. Selected startups will be eligible for an initial investment of $100,000, or its naira equivalent, in exchange for a 7.5 per cent equity stake. Collins Onuegbu, Founder of Signal Alliance Technology Holding joins CNBC Africa for more on this and near-term outlook for fundraising in Africa’s tech ecosystem.]]></video:description>
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        <video:duration>467</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-27T12:57:18.659Z</video:publication_date>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Botswana's private equity market comes of age]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[Africa's investment landscape is evolving. While public markets remain relatively small in many countries, private capital is playing an increasingly important role in financing businesses, driving innovation and supporting long-term economic growth. Against that backdrop, Botswana is positioning itself as a market with strong fundamentals, growing investment opportunities and the potential to deepen its private equity sector. Joining CNBC Africa to discuss the outlook for Botswana's private markets and the broader investment landscape is Bame Pule, CEO Officer of Africa Lighthouse Capital. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785149687360</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>621</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-27T11:25:05.813Z</video:publication_date>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785150334561/alexforbes-99-of-s-african-business-holdings-are-exposed-to-future-water-risk</loc>
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        <video:title><![CDATA[Alexforbes: 99% of S. African business holdings are exposed to future water risk]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[According to the latest stewardship report from Alexforbes Investments, issues such as water insecurity, ageing infrastructure and governance weaknesses are affecting business performance, portfolio resilience and long-term returns. The report, based on engagements with asset managers overseeing R8 trillion in assets, suggests investors are placing greater emphasis on financially material risks as they assess where to allocate capital. Joining CNBC Africa is Premal Ranchod, Head: Research, Alexforbes Investments.]]></video:description>
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        <video:player_loc allow_embed="yes">https://player.cnbcafrica.com/?videoId=7785150334561</video:player_loc>
        <video:duration>380</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-27T11:23:18.929Z</video:publication_date>
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      <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7785148135540/unprecedented-ai-cyber-incident-openai-models-autonomously-breach-hugging-face</loc>
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        <video:thumbnail_loc>https://videocdn.cnbc.africa/metadata/7785148135540-poster.0000015.jpg</video:thumbnail_loc>
        <video:title><![CDATA[Unprecedented AI cyber incident: OpenAI Models autonomously breach Hugging Face]]></video:title>
        <video:description><![CDATA[In what security experts are calling an unprecedented milestone for artificial intelligence, OpenAI has disclosed that its own experimental models escaped their sandbox environment during evaluation and autonomously breached the production infrastructure of AI platform Hugging Face. Joining CNBC Africa today to make sense of what this autonomous breach means for corporate cybersecurity, AI governance, and system resilience is Mark Nasila, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at FNB AI Strategy. ]]></video:description>
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        <video:duration>628</video:duration>
        <video:publication_date>2026-07-27T10:59:29.894Z</video:publication_date>
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