Afreximbank offers helping hand to Botswana

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Afreximbank, one of Africa’s leading multilateral financiers, has signed an MoU towards a $1.5 billion programme for Botswana. Executives say as a shareholder, the country has access to a suite of funding and other tools to help in times of need. MBONGENI MGUNI speaks to Afreximbank Southern Africa regional director, HUMPHREY NWUGO

Mmegi: Kindly share on Afreximbank’s strategy or approach to partnering with Botswana?

Nwugo: Since its inception in 1993, Afreximbank has grown significantly, with a balance sheet approaching $45billion, primarily dedicated to loans and advances that drive critical sectors across the continent.

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