Coast FIRE: The Retirement Strategy Nigerians Need to Know
Most people believe retirement means working until 60, collecting a pension, and hoping it’s enough. But what if there was another path—one that lets you work because you want to, not because you have to? That’s the idea behind Coast FIRE. What is Coast FIRE? FIRE = Financial Independence, Retire Early. But not everyone wants […]
Weekly Market Commentary
MoneyAfrica| Investment Research Weekly Market Commentary September 8, 2025. Good morning, readers, and welcome to this week’s edition of our stock market newsletter! As always, our newsletter is divided into two sections: Green White Green, covering the Nigerian stock market, and the Star-Spangled Banner, focusing on the US market. Green White Green Recap Macro Update […]
Trading vs. Investing: Which Game Are You Really Playing?
Have you ever met two friends who invested in the same stock but ended up with completely different results? Let’s say there’s Tunde and Amaka. In January, they both bought MTN shares at the same price. By June, MTN’s price had jumped. Tunde sold immediately, pocketed quick profits, and started hunting for his next “hot […]
Gold at Record Highs: Should You Be Paying Attention?
Gold just crossed $3,500/oz—the highest level in history.For centuries, gold has been treasured, fought over, and hoarded. Today, it remains one of the most popular investments in the world. But what does this surge mean for you as an investor? Why Gold Shines in Times of Uncertainty Gold has earned the title of a “safe […]
Weekly Market Commentary
MoneyAfrica| Investment Research Weekly Market Commentary September 1, 2025. Good morning, readers, and welcome to this week’s edition of our stock market newsletter! As always, our newsletter is divided into two sections: Green White Green, covering the Nigerian stock market, and the Star-Spangled Banner, focusing on the US market. Green White Green Recap Macro Update […]
How to Start Investing with What You Have
In this newsletter, we’re answering one of the biggest questions we hear every day: “Do I need a lot of money to start investing?” The truth? You don’t. And today, we’ll show you how fractional investing can help you start building wealth with whatever you have, even if it’s just ₦1,000. Q1. Do I need […]
Weekly Market Commentary
MoneyAfrica| Investment Research Weekly Market Commentary August 25, 2025. Good morning, readers, and welcome to this week’s edition of our stock market newsletter! As always, our newsletter is divided into two sections: Green White Green, covering the Nigerian stock market, and the Star-Spangled Banner, focusing on the US market. Green White Green Recap Macro Update […]
What’s the Right Age to Start Thinking About Retirement?
When people hear retirement, they often picture gray hair, grandchildren, and maybe chilling in the village. But here’s the truth: retirement isn’t about age, it’s about money and freedom. The big question isn’t “When will I stop working?” It’s “When will I be free to stop working if I choose to?” That’s what retirement is […]
Give Your Child a Head Start with Money
Think back for a moment: When did you first learn about money? For many of us, it wasn’t until adulthood. We stumbled, made mistakes, maybe learnt the hard way through debt, missed opportunities, or poor savings habits. Now imagine if you had known earlier.Imagine if, at 7 years old, someone had taught you the power […]
Weekly Market Commentary
MoneyAfrica| Investment Research Weekly Market Commentary August 18, 2025. Good morning, readers, and welcome to this week’s edition of our stock market newsletter! As always, our newsletter is divided into two sections: Green White Green, covering the Nigerian stock market, and the Star-Spangled Banner, focusing on the US market. Green White Green Recap Macro Update […]