African Bank has ramped up its spending spree, emerging as the preferred bidder for Eskom’s staff home loan book and assets, in a deal expected to be sealed by May 2025.

The deal marks a significant milestone for both companies, though for different reasons. For Eskom, the deal fulfils one of the conditions imposed by National Treasury in a R254bn debt relief package to the entity. For African Bank, it strengthens its foothold in the secured lending space...

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