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      <video:title><![CDATA[CBK cuts to 9%: Market impact and 2026 outlook]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[The Central Bank of Kenya’s Monetary Policy Committee has delivered its ninth consecutive rate cut, lowering the benchmark to 9 per cent from 9.25 per cent, with inflation at 4.46 per cent. As markets reprice, what does this mean for bonds, equities, and Kenya’s 2026 outlook? CNBC Africa is joined by Stellar Swakei, Fixed Income and Macros Analyst, and Teddey Muthoka, Macros and Equities Analyst; both seasoned investment analysts.]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[Optimising Kenya’s mining sector ]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Kenya’s mining sector is entering a critical phase as the country seeks to convert its mineral wealth into long-term, stable capital flows. With the 2016 Mining Act now firmly anchoring governance reforms, attention is shifting to value addition, environmental compliance, human capital development, and climate-resilient operations just as global demand for critical minerals accelerates. CNBC Africa’s Tabitha Muthoni spoke to Nashon Adero, Dean of the School of Mines and Engineering at Taita Taveta University, for more. ]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[PayInc November index shows S.Africa’s brightening economic outlook]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[The PayInc Economic Index stayed flat, at 103.1 points in November, unchanged from October. The Index, which measures the value of all electronic transactions processed through PayInc; however, jumped 3.5 per cent year-on-year. The payments solutions provider says there are encouraging signs for the economy. Joining CNBC Africa to unpack, the story behind the numbers is Independent Economist, Elize Kruger.]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[African women scientists driving innovation across the continent]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Global beauty brand L'Oreal is recognising and honouring African women in science - through the For Women in Science Young Talents Awards. The Sub-Saharan Initiative, that is done in partnership with UNESCO; aims to put on the spotlight, on the extraordinary work of women, who are in scientific research, to provide solutions for the continent's most pressing issues. Joining CNBC Africa to unpack this drive is Pauline Avenel-Lam, Executive Director of Fondation L'Oreal.]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[ABSA CIB arranges South Africa’s first infrastructure bond]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Joining CNBC Africa to unpack this is Marcus Veller, Head of South Africa Debt Capital Markets, ABSA CIB.]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[South Africa’s fixed income market 2026 preview ]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[As we gear up, to close the year in markets - South African assets are looking better, than many had forecasted, at the beginning of the year. Drilling into the bond market - Ninety One says investors have enjoyed an exceptional year. The question is, will Goldilocks conditions continue to prevail? Joining CNBC Africa to give sight into that landscape is Adam Furlan, Portfolio Manager at Ninety One.]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[ECOWAS declares state of emergency in West Africa]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[The Economic Community of West African States has declared a regional state of emergency, citing heightened risks linked to ongoing military interventions in Guinea-Bissau and the Republic of Benin. Meanwhile, Guinea-Bissau’s ruling junta, which seized power last month, says its leading general will not be allowed to run for president after handing power back to civilians. Ken Ife, Lead Consultant in Industry and Private Sector Development at ECOWAS Commission joins CNBC Africa for more on these developments. ]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[Financial inclusion in Kaduna State rises to 66%]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Financial inclusion in Kaduna State now stands at 66 per cent of the resident population. Data from the state government shows over 2.5 million accounts were opened; more than 800,000 adults joined the banking system for the first time while women’s inclusion climbed from to 47 per cent as at last year. Ibrahim Tanko, Commissioner of Finance for Kaduna State notes the next phase is about turning that access into real empowerment while noting Kaduna is building a digital economy that works for everyone, every day.]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[S&P: Senegal increasingly reliant on WAEMU debt market to finance budget deficit ]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[S&P Global Ratings says Senegal has become increasingly reliant on the West African Economic and Monetary Union debt market to finance its sizable budgetary deficit, while noting that funding diversification by other WAEMU members has created more space for Senegal’s issuance. The ratings agency notes that securing a lending program that is not conditional on a debt restructuring will likely help Senegal access funding support from other bilateral or multilateral institutions. Hugo Soubrier, Credit Analyst, S&P Global Ratings, joins CNBC Africa for this discussion. ]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[Nigerian banks intensify race ahead March 2026 recapitalisation deadline]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[The Central Bank of Nigeria says only 16 out of the 34 licensed commercial banks have met the recapitalisation requirements as the March 31, 2026, deadline nears. This only signals a race to meet the requirement or a potential wave of mergers. Muyiwa Oni, Regional Head of Equity Research for West Africa at Standard Bank Group, joins CNBC Africa for this discussion. ]]></video:description>
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    <loc>https://www.cnbcafrica.com/media/7765377065328/norrenberger-nigerian-equities-to-see-renewed-momentum-in-2026</loc>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[Norrenberger: Nigerian equities to see renewed momentum in 2026 ]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Analysts at Norrenberger say they expect a renewed momentum in the Nigeria equities market in 2026 on the back of fiscal stability, improving macroeconomic conditions, and broad-based earnings growth. However, concerns over an uptick in fixed income yields and the government’s heightened borrowing requirements remain. Damilola Odesanya, Research and Insights Analyst, Norrenberger, joins CNBC Africa for this discussion. ]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[Kenya Central Bank rate cut to 9% will spur domestic lending]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Kenya’s economy remains stable as inflation continues to ease signalling a drop in lending rates by commercial banks. The country’s Central Bank in its latest monetary policy committee meeting for December 2026 announced a rate cut of 25 basis points to 9 per cent from 9.25 per cent. Here’s is more from the Governor Dr. Kamau Thugge. ]]></video:description>
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      <video:description><![CDATA[Kenya is at advanced stages of having a review of its funding program with the International Monetary Fund after President Ruto met with IMF Managing Director. The National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi spoke to CNBC Africa on the pending affairs sentiments which were echoed by the Central bank Governor.]]></video:description>
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      <video:title><![CDATA[Unpacking Ethiopia’s investment opportunity]]></video:title>
      <video:description><![CDATA[Ethiopia’s economy is ‘heating’ up as it continues to attract investments thanks to a massive push to open up the various sectors by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali. The country’s growth projections are at 10 per cent over the coming year, driven by manufacturing, agriculture and infrastructure investment. CNBC Africa’s Aby Agina spoke to Jesse Ludenyo, CIO at Wegagen Capital on the regulatory and investments climate in the country.]]></video:description>
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      <video:description><![CDATA[South Africa's veterinary and trade policies came under the spotlight today as senior Brazilian and local officials met to explore deeper cooperation on disease control and the stability of protein imports. The discussions centred on science-based veterinary systems, regionalisation, and strategies for managing disease risks while ensuring predictable, safe meat trade between the two countries. CNBC Africa is joined by Ricardo Santin, President of Brazilian Animal Protein Association.]]></video:description>
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