Africa sees world's fastest growth in ultra-rich as financing costs ease, currencies strengthen

    Bunmi Bailey | Editor’s picks | Jun 25, 2026    
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Africa recorded the world's fastest growth in ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) last year, as lower financing costs, stronger currencies, and rising investment in critical minerals and digital infrastructure boosted wealth creation across the continent.

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