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| Capital Markets Authority |
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The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) was established in 1996 following the enactment of the Capital Markets Authority Act (Cap 84)1996. It is an autonomous body responsible for promoting, developing and regulating the capital markets industry in Uganda just as regulation of banks is carried out by the Central Bank (Bank of Uganda) and insurance business is regulated by an Insurance Commission.
http://www.cmauganda.co.ug/about/about.htm
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| Uganda Securities Exchange |
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The Uganda Securities Exchange (USE) was licensed to operate as an approved Stock Exchange in June 1997 by the Capital Markets Authority of Uganda. The USE began formal trading operations in January 1998 following the listing of its maiden instrument, the East African Development Bank (EADB) Bond. Currently the products listed on the Exchange include bonds and 5 equities – 2 of the equities are cross listings.
http://www.use.or.ug/home.asp |
| The Investment Club Network (TICN Ltd) |
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An Irish company called The Investment Club Network is on a mission to establish an Investment Club in every town in Ireland and in every country in the World.
In four short years TICN have initiated 400 clubs and grown by 8,000 members and have established the 400 Investment Clubs in 18 countries on 4 continents. The clubs are in Africa (45), America (5), Australia (35), England(15), Ireland(270) and Europe(30).
The reason that TICN is growing so fast is because of word of mouth recommendation from satisfied successful members to new potential members. Success breeds success and TICN club members that follow the proven system of stock selection have not only outperformed the market but have performed phenomenally well growing their portfolios on a consistent monthly basis. (Club performance is reported weekly in www.ticn.com).
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| Nigeria Stock Exchange |
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The Nigerian Stock Exchange was established in 1960 as the Lagos Stock Exchange and changed its name to the The Nigerian Stock Exchange in December 1977. At present it has 8 branches (Lagos, Kaduna, Port Harcourt, Kano, Onitsha, Ibadan and Yola), with trading floors which double as office areas, where investors are enlightened about the merits of saving and investing in the Nigerian Capital Market.
Today the Nigerian Stock Market boasts of 265 Securities with a Total Market Capitalisation of over One Trillion, Nine Hundred Billion Naira, as at 7th June 2004.
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| FSDH |
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| First Securities Discount House Limited (FSDH) , Nigeria’s pioneer Discount House is a leading specialized Financial Services provider engaged in both funding and investment services. FSDH is licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to provide Portfolio Management and Financial Advisory services. FSDH is also registered with the Securities & Exchange Commission as Portfolio Manager and Investment Adviser.
The company was established in June 1992 and commenced operations in March 1993. The company represents one of the most successful alliances between two multinational financial institutions: the International Finance Corporation (the private sector lending arm of the World Bank), Intermarket Discount House (a leading discount house in Zimbabwe) and several local institutional investors. |
| IBTC |
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Investment Banking & Trust Company Limited (“IBTC”) is a full service investment and wholesale bank which has established itself as Nigeria’s pre-eminent investment banking institution, specialising in such areas as financial advisory services (including advising on public issues, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures), privatisation advisory services, corporate finance in general, project finance, trade finance and the closely related area of foreign exchange trading. IBTC commenced business on 01 March 1989.
IBTC is the clear leader in the field of Privatisation Advisory Services, Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures and corporate restructuring in Nigeria. IBTC has acquired considerable experience in handling large and complex corporate finance transactions in a timely and efficient manner. IBTC’s expertise is now recognised both locally and internationally. Over the years, various clients, including major multinational companies quoted on The Nigerian Stock Exchange, have benefited from IBTC’s market knowledge and expertise. IBTC has completed several billion naira worth of financial advisory and corporate finance transactions making us the Leading Financial Adviser in Nigeria. Over the course of the last 12 months, IBTC has also packaged all the major Initial Public Offerings in Nigeria.
IBTC Asset Management Limited, IBTC’s wholly owned asset management and stockbroking subsidiary, is the manager of The IBTC Nigerian Equity Fund, which is the largest mutual fund in Nigeria. The Fund is open-ended and so it continues to receive subscriptions from all over the world. The Fund invests predominantly in quoted Nigerian stocks.
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| Counters Trust Securities Limited |
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| Counters Trust Securities Limited (CTSL) is a Dealing Member of The Nigerian Stock Exchange and is registered with the Securities & Exchange Commission as a Broker / Dealer and Issuing House. CTSL was incorporated in July 1995 and has established itself as one of the major players in the Nigerian Stock market. With an authorised and paid-up share capital of N90.22 million, CTSL is one of the highest capitalized securities firms in Nigeria. CTSL is a wholly owned subsidiary of FSDH Asset Management Limited (FAML), a leading Asset Management company operating in Nigeria. FAML is a wholly owned subsidiary of First Securities Discount House Limited, the largest and most profitable discount house in Nigeria. Together the three companies make up the FSDH Group. |
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| Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development Uganda |
Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MFPED) of the Government of Uganda mandate: To manage and control public finances in a prudent and sustainable manner. To ensure efficiency and effectiveness of all public spending, and To oversee the planning of national strategic development initiatives in order to facilitate economic growth, efficiency, stability, eradication of poverty and enhancement of overall development.
http://www.finance.go.ug |
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| Kenya Investment Promotion Centre |
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The Investment Promotion Centre (IPC) was established by the Government of Kenya through the Investment Promotion Centre Act, Cap 485 of 1986 with the mandate of promoting private investments in Kenya by both local and foreign investors. The Act was further amended in 1992 to empower IPC to issue Certificate of General Authority immediately to investments that have no security, health or environmental implication.
The Investment Promotion Centre is managed by a Board of Directors drawn from the public and private sectors. Its day-to-day management is headed by a Managing Director. The organization has four departments namely:
· Research and Policy
· Investment Promotion
· Investor Services
· Corporate Services
http://www.investmentkenya.com
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| Standard Chartered Bank |
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International Banking from Standard Chartered provides a complete and versatile offshore banking solution. It brings you access to the best of Standard Chartered, one of the leading banks in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, and maximises one of the Bank’s key strengths – our global network.
With International Banking you can take advantage of a range of tailored and banking investment services. However simple or complex your needs may be, our International Banking Centres located in Dubai, Hong Kong, Jersey and Singapore offer you a diversity of geographies and financial opportunities, that will help safeguard your wealth for both now and the future. And we bring our best products and services closer to you through a dedicated and experienced Relationship Manger – someone who will support your every financial need. |
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| Western Union Money Transfer |
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| With Western Union consumers and business can quickly, reliably and conveniently transfer funds, send bill payments, or pre-pay for phone, internet or credit cards services using the company's proprietary transfer network. Western Union is First Data's flagship business along with its subsidiary, Orlandi Valuta, has grown to more than 195,000 agent locations in more than 195 countries and territories, making it possible for consumers and businesses to meet their financial service needs through the company's vast service offerings, including: money transfer, bill payment and prepaid services. Complete Fact Sheet |
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| Zambia Business Forum |
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In efforts to realise private sector led economic growth, Zambia’s private sector business associations have, through the Zambia Business Forum, been developing a deeper and more co-ordinated approach to public/private sector consultative mechanisms in Zambia. In design and practice the Zambia Business Forum is a complementary organ to sectoral and special interest business associations in fostering public/private sector consultation and collaboration. The five founding Member Associations comprise the Zambia National Farmers Union, ZNFU (Agriculture), the Zambia Association of Chambers of Commerce and Industry, ZACCI (Chambers of Commerce and Industry) , the Chamber of Mines of Zambia, CMZ (Mining), the Zambia Association of Manufacturers, ZAM (Manufacturing), the Tourism Council of Zambia, TCZ (Tourism). The membership of the Zambia Business Forum has been expanded to include the Zambia Chamber of Small and Medium Business Associations, ZCSMBA, the Zambia Indigenous Business Association, ZIBA, the Zambia Federation of Employers and the Bankers Association of Zambia, BAZ (Commercial banking). The nine Member Associations of the Zambia Business Forum cover all the major business sectors in the economy.
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| Rwanda Investment Promotion Agency |
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The agency is a public body which is charged with the responsibility to promote and facilitate trade and investment in Rwanda. The major objectives of the agency include:
Promotion of investment opportunities with local and foreign investors. The Agency markets all investment opportunities in Rwanda to targeted investors world wide;
Facilitation of the establishment and smooth operations of investor projects. The Agency operates a one Stop Centre for all investors, to facilitate them to start their business enterprises or investment projects;
Facilitation of business development and export production. The new free export economic zone soon to be operated will boost export trade in Rwanda.
Advise Government on additional policies and initiatives needed to encourage and support investment in the country.
http://www.rwandainvest.com/index.php?action=section&page=objectives
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| Ecole Supérieure d'Economie et Gestion |
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Ecole Supérieure d'Economie et Gestion (ESEG) Business opportunities for profit and sustainable development in Benin-
ESEG consults for various local and international companies and investors in the areas of financial and trading intermediation, shares information regarding the Republic of Benin as one of the best places to invest in Francophone Africa with great business opportunities (including the African Growth and Act-AGOA-related opportunities) and a liberal, market-oriented business environment, with institutions that provide assistance and guidance
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| Estate Links |
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Estate Links is a firm of international real estate consultants focused on foreign real estate investments as well as high value local real estate, that might interest external investors.
We handle international real estate through the International Properties Mailing List (IPMAL). This product takes off all the stress usually faced by house hunting foreign buyers and brings to light good opportunities that are usually overlooked. With the firm’s strong network and operational base in the United Kingdom, the United States and South Africa, buying can be done through mortgages, auctions, and even outright purchases. We also handle real estate investments in Nigeria for Nigerians living abroad.
http://www.estatelinks.net |
| Ghana Investment Promotion Centre |
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The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) is a government agency, re-established under the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre Act, 1994 (Act 478): To encourage, promote and facilitate investments in all sectors of the economy except mining and petroleum.To co-ordinate and monitor all investment activities falling under Act 478 and assist both domestic and foreign investors in: Initiating and supporting measures that will, enhance the investment climate in the country for both Ghanaian and non-Ghanaian companies;Promoting investments in and outside Ghana through effective promotion; Collecting, collating, analysing and disseminating information about investment opportunities and sources of investment capital, and advising on the availability, choice or suitability of partners in joint-venture projects; Registering and keeping records of all enterprises to which this Act is applicable.Identifying specific projects and inviting interested investors for participation in those projects initiating, organizing and participating in promotional activities such as exhibitions, conferences and seminars for the stimulation of investments.Maintaining a liaison between investors and ministries, government departments and agencies, institutional lenders and other authorities concerned with investments. Providing and disseminating up-to-date information on incentives available to investors.http://www.gipc.org.gh/
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New World Investment Limited Ghana
We are a firm of licensed dealers on the Ghana Stock Exchange. Incorporated in June 1995, as non-banking financial institution, we started trading in listed stocks on the Ghana Stock Exchange in January 1996. We offer the full range of service of a brokerage house. We also provide financial and investment advisory services including investment packaging and acting as catalysts for facilitating joint venture arrangements.
http://www.newworld.com.gh/profile_frame.html
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| Legacy Realties Limited |
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Legacy Realties Limited was incorporated as a property investment company in 1997 and has been in operations for Seven years. As a corporate entity, our aim is to be the premier provider of housing solutions for the vibrant Nigerian market.
At LRL, we focus on the provision of qualitative, customer-oriented, innovative solutions designed to fulfill and exceed our client’s expectations. Our services include the following: Homes Management and Design Services (H.O.M.E.S), Real Estate Advisory Services and Facilities Management Services.
http://www.legacyrealties.com
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Biz Finance Cameroun
Africa Stock Exchange Association
Property Consultant from Ghana, South Africa and The Gambia
Minister of Industries and Trade Tanzania
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