In this month’s issue we look into Artificial Intelligence, a technology that promises to disrupt all facets of our lives. According to Nico Katzke of Satrix, the speed of getting to a world of broad-based generative AI integration will depend on various factors. Learn more on pp.12-13.

Africa is often perceived as a risky investment destination.  But perception, in Africa’s case, often veers from reality. Rewards will go to those who can see through misperceptions and properly evaluate the tremendous opportunity Africa presents now and for the coming decades, write Magdi M. Amin and Lexi Lei at African Renaissance Partners. Read on p.14. 

This month, we also hear from Shamima Mallam-Hassam of Trident Trust’s Mauritius office who is exploring the dynamics of the African Private Equity Sector in 2023 and future paths on p.11.

In addition, Siyabulela Nomoyi at Satrix, writes that one asset class that should sit at the top of everyone’s watchlist, especially in an environment pricing in a possible rate cut environment, is bonds. Read more on p.20.