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🌟 Season’s Greetings from SECDEX! 🌟 As the year comes to an end, we take a moment to appreciate the milestones achieved and the partnerships that have made them possible. Thank you for being a part of our journey toward innovation and growth. We wish you a joyous festive season filled with happiness, peace, and cherished moments. May the new year bring prosperity, success, and new opportunities as we continue to shape the future together! #TeamSECDEX #InnovationInFinance #SeasonsGreetings #FutureForward Hirander Misra

Mastercard’s latest insights highlight 10 key trends shaping payments in 2025, including AI-powered fraud prevention, digital wallets, and blockchain advancements. 🚀 At SECDEX, we embrace these innovations—leveraging blockchain, digital assets, and real-time payments to drive efficiency and security in financial markets. 💡 Explore how these trends will transform global commerce and fintech ecosystems: 🔗Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gA6g7K-T #DigitalPayments #Fintech #Blockchain #Innovation #SECDEX #AI #FutureOfFinance #DigitalAssets #RealTimePayments #Payments Hirander Misra

🌍 SECDEX Insight: Climate Investments in Africa Under the Spotlight 🌱 Africa’s fund managers are under increasing pressure to prioritise climate investments, with DFIs and global investors driving a focus on green projects like clean tech and sustainable infrastructure. 🌞 While climate investments offer immense potential, some local investors argue that Africa’s fundamental challenges — from energy access to economic growth — require a balanced approach. The ongoing push for green initiatives reflects the shifting dynamics of global finance, with 2025 set to be a pivotal year. 📈 💡 Read the full article to explore this trend: 👉 https://lnkd.in/d7qHKGcK #ClimateFinance #GreenInvestments #AfricaFinance #SustainableDevelopment #SECDEX #CleanTech #ImpactInvesting #EmergingMarkets #ClimateAction 🌍 Hirander Misra

🌱 The global carbon market holds immense potential, but how can Africa unlock its opportunities? At #COP29, SECDEX Group joined ZERO13, Seychelles Ministry of Environment and Energy and Island Carbon Consult for an engaging panel. 🌍 The discussion was led by the esteemed speakers🎙️: → Clifford Bastille , Senior Climate Policy Analyst, Department of Climate Change and Energy, Seychelles Ministry of Environment and Energy   → Juliana Bempah , Principal Programme Officer, Carbon Market Office, Ghana Environmental Protection Agency   → Dr Pacifica F. Achieng Ogola, PhD , Director, Climate Change, Ministry of Environment & Forestry, Kenya   → Reina Otsuka , Lead, Digital for Nature & Climate, UNDP   → Suresh Yadav - Senior Director, AI, Trade, Ocean and Natural Resources, The Commonwealth   Moderated by our Chairman, Hirander Misra ✨ The recording is now live! Dive into expert perspectives on leveraging technology, policy, and collaboration to drive Africa’s role in carbon markets. 🎥 Watch here: https://lnkd.in/dP5CzaiR #CarbonMarkets #COP29 #SustainableFinance #SECDEXGroup #ClimateAction #AfricaRising #CollaborationForImpact Hirander Misra

🌍 Top 5 Stock Markets in Africa: Unlocking Investment Potential 📈 Africa's stock markets are emerging as powerful players in the global financial landscape, offering diverse opportunities in sectors like agriculture, technology, and natural resources. From the well-established Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) to the rapidly growing Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX) and Egyptian Exchange (EGX), each market presents unique opportunities for investors. Meanwhile, the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) in Kenya and the Casablanca Stock Exchange (CSE) in Morocco showcase regional growth and innovation. This article takes an in-depth look at these top exchanges, their performance, market composition, and future prospects, highlighting why they are becoming increasingly attractive to local and global investors alike. Discover how these markets are driving Africa’s economic success and shaping the continent’s investment future. 🌱 📖 Read the full article now to explore opportunities in Africa's dynamic stock markets: https://lnkd.in/dTU3AS8p #InvestmentOpportunity #AfricaRising #StockMarkets #JSE #NGX #EGX #NSE #CSE #GlobalFinance #SustainableGrowth #EmergingMarkets Hirander Misra🌍✨

🌍📊 The Future of Digital Trade in Africa: Unlocking Opportunities Through Technology This article discusses how technology is revolutionising digital trade in Africa by addressing infrastructure challenges like limited connectivity and logistics inefficiencies.  Innovations in broadband, satellite internet, fintech, and renewable energy are enabling African SMEs to access global markets, create jobs, and drive innovation. By 2025, Africa’s e-commerce market is expected to reach $300 billion, making it essential to tackle trade barriers. African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat offers a unified market of 1.4 billion, positioning digital trade as a key driver of economic growth. At SECDEX, we aim to support this transition with our integrated trading and digital asset solutions.  📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dC2WCYqH  What are your thoughts on technology and trade in Africa? Let’s discuss! 💬👇 #DigitalTrade #Africa #Innovation #AfCFTA #TechForGood #EconomicGrowth #SECDEX Hirander Misra

🌍SECDEX  At COP29 Azerbaijan We’re proud to have co-hosted an impactful panel discussion yesterday, titled "Are Global Carbon Markets Ready to Take Off, and What Does It Mean for Africa?" 🚀 This panel was hosted at the Africa Pavilion sponsored by: The African Union, African Union Commission, African Development Bank Group, AUDA NEPAD, African Union Development Agency-NEPAD, and United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. The session brought together experts to explore the future of global carbon markets, emphasising Africa's immense potential to lead in sustainable carbon market frameworks. 🌱 Topics included infrastructure needs, policy progress, and the pivotal role of technology in driving climate finance. We’d like to extend our gratitude to the panellists for coming together and leading this discussion: → Clifford Bastille, Senior Climate Policy Analyst, Department of Climate Change and Energy, Seychelles Ministry of Environment and Energy → Juliana Bempah, Principal Programme Officer, Carbon Market Office, Ghana Environmental Protection Agency → Dr Pacifica F. Achieng Ogola, PhD, Director, Climate Change, Ministry of Environment & Forestry, Kenya → Reina Otsuka, Lead, Digital for Nature & Climate, UNDP → Suresh Yadav- Senior Director, AI, Trade, Ocean and Natural Resources, The Commonwealth Errol Renaud of Island Carbon Consult presented a live demonstration of digital tools for blue carbon management, showcasing the power of collaboration and innovation in unlocking carbon markets.💡 SECDEX remains committed to facilitating accessible and standardised carbon market solutions, paving the way for Africa’s climate resilience and global sustainability efforts. #COP29 #AfricaCOP #CarbonMarkets #ClimateFinance #Sustainability #Innovation

🌿 Live now at COP29: a transformative discussion on "Are Global Carbon Markets Ready to Take Off, and What Does It Mean for Africa?". This session explores how Africa can navigate opportunities and challenges in the evolving carbon markets to advance climate solutions and regional growth. 📍 Hosted in the Africa Pavilion at the COP29 Azerbaijan, Blue Zone, it’s a must-watch for anyone committed to sustainable development and market-based climate action. 📺 Tune in live: https://lnkd.in/eWdmKbFR

🌍SECDEX Group at COP29 Azerbaijan: Pioneering Carbon Markets🌍 This weekend, SECDEX was actively involved in this weekend’s COP29 events: 🔹 Panel Discussion Chairman Hirander Misra shared insights on ‘AI and Web 3.0 Technologies for Sustainable Development: The Green Vision of the Endless’, joining: →Sean Kidney, CEO, Climate Bonds Initiative →Professor Yu Xiong CEng PhD →Sunil Dayal, Senior Energy & Climate Finance Expert, The World Bank 🔹 World Climate Summit Lincoln T., ZERO13’s Board Advisor and Managing Director, attended the 15th Anniversary World Climate Summit, engaging in strategic discussions around decarbonisation. 🔹 Networking for Collaboration SECDEX and ZERO13 co-hosted a vibrant bowling networking event, fostering partnerships and innovative exchanges ahead of our panel titled, “Are Global Carbon Markets Ready to Take Off and What Does It Mean for Africa?” later today at the Africa Pavillion at COP29 Blue Zone. At SECDEX, we are proud to drive initiatives that promote sustainable development through innovative carbon market solutions. #COP29 #CarbonMarkets #SECDEXGroup #Sustainability #AfricaCOP

🌍 SECDEX Group at COP29 Azerbaijan: Accelerating Africa’s Carbon Market Readiness 🌍 Tomorrow, SECDEX Group, alongside ZERO13 and the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change, and Environment of Seychelles, is hosting the impactful panel: “Are Global Carbon Markets Ready to Take Off and What Does It Mean for Africa?” This panel session will dive into the exceptional opportunities and pressing challenges facing Africa’s carbon markets, with a strategic focus on closing the staggering multi-trillion dollar financing gap, boosting market transparency🤝, and empowering African nations to take a leading role in the global carbon market💪🌳. We’ll examine the current landscape, anticipate future developments, and highlight the pivotal role of digital technologies in driving efficiencies⚙️🌐. This vital conversation aligns seamlessly with the African Union Commission’s vision for sustainable economic growth and climate resilience, as well as the urgent themes of COP29🌍. 📍 Location: Africa Pavilion, COP29 Blue Zone 🕒 Time: 15:30–17:00 Baku time Featuring esteemed speakers🎙️: → Clifford Bastille, Senior Climate Policy Analyst, Department of Climate Change and Energy, Seychelles Ministry of Environment and Energy   → Juliana Bempah, Principal Programme Officer, Carbon Market Office, Ghana Environmental Protection Agency   → Dr Pacifica Achieng, Director, Climate Change, Ministry of Environment & Forestry, Kenya   → Reina Otsuka, Lead, Digital for Nature & Climate, UNDP   → Suresh Yadav - Senior Director, AI, Trade, Ocean and Natural Resources, The Commonwealth   Moderated by our Chairman, Hirander Misra, this event will explore collaborative pathways to unlock Africa’s carbon market potential. See you there! #COP29 #SECDEXGroup #CarbonMarkets #AfricaClimateLeadership GMEX Group Professor Lisa Wilson Green Bond Corporation Carbon Capital Corporation