This book presents a holistic exploration of the banking systems in Africa. Considering the central role that banks play in most developing countries and the vastly different trends and challenges they face, the book provides a crucial understanding of the specific environments in which banks operate. It addresses specific banking issues relevant to developing countries in general and Africa in particular, and explores the various dynamics of money and banking that separate Africa from the rest of the world. The authors build upon extensive Africa-based research and university teaching, and illustrate each topic with examples and cases from the continent. Written in an accessible style while retaining its practicality and relevance, it is an essential read for professionals, students, and other readers interested in policies affecting the banking sector’s development in Africa.
Focuses on specific aspects and challenges of the banking sector in Africa
Illustrates key issues using local cases and examples
Suitable for professional qualifications such Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICA), Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Chartered Institute of Bankers (CIB)
Joshua Yindenaba Abor
Financial Services Micro-credit Islamic Banking Foreign Exchange Risk Banking in Developingccountries African Monetary Systems Credit Management African Central Banks Bank Regulation development finance banking islamic finance