Melvina Amoafo, Deputy Chief Executive Officer CENTRAL SECURITIES DEPOSITORY (GH) LTD Mrs. Melvina Amoafo has held several significant roles in Ghana’s capital market industry. She served as the first Executive Director of Ghana Stock Exchange Securities Depository Company Ltd (GSD) from 2008 to 2013, managing the startup company and developing its operating rules and procedures.…
The combined impact of blockchain and AI in finance, connecting with industry experts and researching how these technologies can amplify each other’s value. Here are some insights into how they’re transforming finance, particularly in securities services: • Enhanced Data Security and Privacy: Blockchain’s secure, immutable ledger perfectly complements AI’s analytical capabilities, especially in areas like…
The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA), chaired by Dr. Mohamed Farid, has launched Egypt’s inaugural carbon market for regulatory monitoring financial markets; registering voluntary carbon reduction projects, as well as issuing and trading carbon emission certificates. The market was activated by trading 3 carbon emission reduction certificates, implementing COP 27 recommendations. This step is taken within…
Head of Clearing and Settlement Masego Pheto-Lentswe the seasoned financial expert, is the Head of Clearing and Settlement at the Central Securities Depository Company of Botswana (CSD), a subsidiary of the Botswana Stock Exchange. In this capacity, she oversees clearing and settlement operations, ensuring the secure custody of securities listed on the Exchange. With a…
Mr. Fouad El Khoury is a seasoned financial services professional with over 25 years of experience in the industry. Since April 1997, he has served as the Chairman and General Manager of Midclear S.A.L., the Central Depository of Lebanon, which is wholly owned by the Central Bank of Lebanon. At Midclear, Mr. El Khoury leads…
Introduction Central Securities Depositories (CSDs) play a crucial role in the financial markets of Africa and the Middle East by facilitating the safekeeping and efficient transfer of securities and cash. Collaboration among CSDs in the region is instrumental for fostering economic development and enhancing market efficiency. Overview of Central Securities Depositories (CSDs) role in…
We are incredibly grateful for Vipin Y.S. Mahabirsingh, a highly accomplished professional with over two decades of experience in Capital Market Development. He currently serves as the Managing Director of the Central Depository & Settlement Co. Ltd (CDS) in Mauritius, a position he has held since November 2005. His career path began at the Central…
AMEDA President Mr. Abdullah Abdin, has announced a strategic goal for the organization: the establishment of a data centre serving all member countries in Africa and the Middle East, with its main headquarters in Egypt. Egypt’s role as a permanent central hub for AMEDA has been solidified, particularly after obtaining the necessary licenses from the…
The Kuwait Clearing Company (Maqasa) and Thomas Murray today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration around cyber security, with the aim of strengthening cyber resilience in Kuwait’s capital markets with a programme to improve their cyber risk profile. The programme will establish a baseline for cyber security in the Kuwaiti market and…
Africa and Middle East Depositories Association (AMEDA) is gearing up for its 39th Annual Forum, set to take place in the vibrant city of Doha, Qatar on May 1st and 2nd, 2024. This prestigious gathering promises to be a melting pot of ideas, insights, and forward-thinking strategies for the financial industry. Theme: AI, Sustainability,…
