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Sophie Ireland

Sophie Ireland is the Senior Economist and Finance Editor at UGGP News, where she oversees international coverage on markets, trade, and global economic governance. With more than 15 years in finance, journalism, and executive consulting, Sophie began her career reporting from Wall Street during the global financial crisis and later worked with Fortune 500 companies on communications and reputation strategy. She holds a degree in Financial Journalism and a professional certification in Corporate Communications. At UGGP, she focuses on the intersection of economics, diplomacy, and public perception, offering analysis that informs leaders, policymakers, and institutions worldwide.
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Africa’s Wealth Boom: 25 Billionaires, 122,500 Millionaires, and a New Era of Capital Growth

For decades, Africa has been viewed through the lens of its challenges: infrastructure gaps, political instability, and uneven growth. But the Africa Wealth Report 2025, released by Henley & Partners in collaboration with New World Wealth, tells a different story—one that CEOs, senior executives, and global investors can no longer...