Africa

As Africa transitions toward a climate-resilient, low-carbon economy, the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org), with support from the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) (http://apo-opa.co/3NaTp3W), is reinforcing its commitment to a just transition across the continent. In line with this commitment, key decision-makers from Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, and Namibia recently gathered in Nairobi for the final session of […] More

A new report released today provides an assessment of the burden of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Francophone countries, highlighting the significant progress made as well as the challenges that remain. The report calls for renewed political commitment, strengthened cross-border collaboration, and increased resource mobilisation to accelerate progress against these diseases. Launched on the sidelines […] More

During a recent three-day field visit to central Côte d’Ivoire, Joseph Ribeiro, the African Development Bank’s (www.AfDB.org) Deputy Director General for West Africa, expressed his satisfaction with the progress of two high-impact projects funded by the Bank Group that are set to revolutionize the country’s energy and agricultural landscapes.  Ribeiro’s delegation, comprising Blanche Kiniffo, Programme […] More

In a significant move towards greater youth participation and empowerment, the African Union (AU) adopted a decision to institutionalize the Office of the Chairperson’s Special Envoy on Youth. The decision was adopted during the 45th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council convened on the 18th- 19th July 2024 in Accra, Ghana. The decision underscores the AU’s commitment to meaningful […] More

The Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) (www.AfricaBusinessHeroes.org) Prize Competition, Africa’s leading philanthropic initiative supported by the Jack Ma Foundation (http://apo-opa.co/3Y3GTt8) and Alibaba Philanthropy, is proud to announce the Top 10 finalists for the 2024 ABH Prize. These exceptional entrepreneurs were chosen after an intense round of Semi-Final business pitches and judging held on September 27-28 at […] More

Princeton in Africa’s 2025-26 fellowship application is now live!  To access the application and find out more information about Princeton in Africa, please visit the “How to Apply” section of their website.  Please share with any rising seniors or recent university graduates who may be interested in this unique opportunity.  The deadline for 2025-26 fellowship […] More

Celebrating Africa’s Leading CEOs In Manufacturing The Manufacturing Indaba 2024 is proud to introduce the Manufacturing Indaba Top 50, a prestigious recognition of Africa’s most influential and dynamic CEOs in the manufacturing sector. This initiative is aimed at celebrating leadership excellence, innovation, and transformative impact in the industry across the continent. As manufacturing continues to drive economic growth and development […] More

By Ignus De Villiers, Managing Executive Cyber Security  As countries around the globe forge ahead on their digital transformation journeys, the amount of data being generated is staggering. In the right hands and used responsibly, this data represents limitless opportunities for growth and digital advancement. In the wrong hands, it exposes individuals and organisations to […] More

Small manufacturers across Africa are grappling with a series of critical challenges that hinder their growth and sustainability. These challenges, which span financial, infrastructural, regulatory, and competitive domains, are crucial to address to support the continent’s burgeoning manufacturing sector. Key Challenges Identified: Addressing these challenges is vital for the growth of small manufacturers in Africa, […] More

Amid a challenging global financial and investment landscape, the importance of African investors backing home-grown enterprises has never been more critical. Despite the surge in global interest in Africa’s economic potential, there remains a stark gap between the funding needs of African startups and the much-needed available capital. With many investors slowing down on their […] More

The ILI-South African Centre for Excellence (ILI-SACE) is delighted to host a Gala in honor of Judge Ann Claire Williams (Ret.), who will be presented its inaugural ILI-SACE Lifetime Impact Award on Thursday October 17, 2024.  The event will take place at Jones Day in Washington, DC. The ILI-SACE is a Johannesburg-based affiliate of the […] More

Jibrin K. Bukar is the president of the National Sunflower Growers, Processors, and Marketers Association of Nigeria. An indigene of Borno State, Jibrin began his career as a banker before transitioning into sunflower farming in the mid-2010s. As president, Mr. Jibrin is responsible for advancing the organization’s goal of making Nigeria one of the top […] More