Kenya reinforces its position as a hub of African tourism as its vibrant capital city of Nairobi has been selected to host the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge (AYTIS) for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027. This prestigious Pan-African event is dedicated to promoting and uplifting innovative entrepreneurs within the tourism sector […] More
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to have an impact on the world that could rival—or even surpass—the significance of the Industrial Revolution. For Africa, this presents both transformative opportunities and unique challenges as businesses strive to harness the power of AI, writes Sifiso Dube, Senior Consultant at BDO South Africa. At its core, AI can […] More
The countdown has begun! With just one week remaining, the Manufacturing Indaba 2024 is set to open its doors to industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders from across the African continent and beyond. Taking place from 22 – 23 October 2024 at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, this year’s event promises to deliver unparalleled insights into the future of African manufacturing. […] More
AOW: Investing In African Energy, the continent’s leading oil, gas and energy event, wrapped up today, with the four-day event reflecting a new sense of enthusiasm among energy stakeholders on the continent. The final day of the event saw a sense of excitement around South Africa’s plans to embrace the opportunities of the gas economy. […] More
The highly anticipated Manufacturing Indaba 2024 is proud to announce an exceptional lineup of expert speakers who will take the stage to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities in Africa’s manufacturing sector. This year’s event will be held on 22 – 23 October 2024 at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa, gathering the industry’s foremost […] More
The Premier Pan-African Tech Conference Kicks off with policymakers setting the agenda for Africa African leaders gathered in Nigeria for the second annual Moonshot by TechCabal conference have called for more strategic partnerships with the private sector to enhance Africa’s role in the global digital economy. The delegates from Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone and Mauritania, […] More
Africa is emerging as a global hub for manufacturing, with the continent’s industrial corridors providing unprecedented opportunities for investment and economic growth. As governments prioritise industrialisation and the creation of sustainable supply chains, Africa’s manufacturing sector is poised to become a driving force in the continent’s economic transformation. To further explore these opportunities, the upcoming Manufacturing Indaba will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and […] More
Ministers and senior energy officials from more than 20 African countries convened today for a closed-door session to address the continent’s pressing energy needs and shape a collective vision for a sustainable energy future. The high-level meeting, held as part of the AOW: Investing in African Energy event, provided a confidential platform for frank discussions […] More
By Julien Karambua, MD at Workforce Staffing Namibia Namibia’s mining sector, a cornerstone of the country’s economy, is undergoing a significant resurgence, particularly around uranium and gold mining. However, while the potential for growth is significant, the sector faces several challenges that must be addressed to ensure sustained progress and stability. Volatility in commodity prices […] More
Kanini Mutooni – Regional Managing Director at DRK Founda4on has convened Mobola da-Silva – Partner at Capria Ventures, Amma Lartey – Chief Execu4ve Office of Impact Inves4ng Ghana, Polo Leteka – Founder and CEO of IDF Capital and Laura Davis – Managing Partner at Renew Capital to cons4tute the All-female investors panel aka “The Queens of […] More
October 2024 marks an important milestone in the enduring partnership between Dr. DeForest B. Soaries Jr. and the Kingdom of Akyem Abuakwa in Ghana, West Africa. This visit, Dr. Soaries’ second to Ghana in 2024, will include a delegation of 40 individuals who will join in the celebration of the 25th anniversary of His Majesty, the King of Akyem Abuakwa. […] More
Standard Bank makes it a hat-trick of international recognition Standard Bank, the biggest bank in Africa by assets, has once again won international recognition, this time from Forbes Magazine for being one of the World’s Best Employers. Standard Bank has been ranked 18th in the world, amongst the top 850 large multinational organisations. The Bank […] More
