Africa

The appointment demonstrates the tech founder’s commitment to celebrating Africa’s innovation and heritage on the global stage. Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company announces that its Founder and CEO, Olugbenga ‘GB’ Agboola, has been appointed to the advisory board of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art. This appointment reflects Flutterwave’s continued commitment to supporting […] More

The Africa Energy Indaba is set to be a pivotal event in 2025, advancing the African energy and utilities sectors through meaningful discussions, partnerships, and networking opportunities. Scheduled from March 4-6 in Cape Town, the Indaba will bring together influential stakeholders, policymakers, industry experts, and investors to address Africa’s energy challenges and identify sustainable solutions to ensure […] More

Blockchain Africa Conference 2024 is set to unite blockchain developers, influencers,  investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders from around the world at the CSIR International  Convention Centre in Pretoria (Tshwane) on 20 November 2024.   This premier event, marking the 10th edition and organized by Bitcoin Events, will foster collaboration and provide participants with insights into Africa’s dynamic […] More

How does flooding impact malaria risk in Africa? With climate change modifying flood risk, what subsequent effect will this have on malaria control? These are the questions the Malaria Atlas Project was looking to investigate when they approached global flood risk intelligence firm Fathom.  Fathom has been appointed by the Malaria Atlas Project, based at […] More

Teresa Clarke, Chair, CEO, and Executive Editor of Africa.com, interviewed Paulin Basinga on advancing public health initiatives in Africa. In an era where global narratives about Africa often oscillate between despair and paternalism, Dr Paulin Basinga the newly appointed leader of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in Africa, spoke of a vision of philanthropy […] More

As SA’s unemployment statistics show marginal improvement, the agricultural sector offers hope to achieve lasting gains. But that will require partnerships and a united sense of purpose right across the industry, writes Van Der Byl Roux, Corporate Strategy and Development Specialist at Al Mabroor Projects. South Africa remains in a deep youth-unemployment crisis. The Statistics SA Quarterly Labour Force […] More

TIME has named African Risk Capacity Limited (ARC Ltd.) CEO Lesley Ndlovu on its 2024 TIME100 Climate List, recognising him as one of the 100 most influential climate leaders in business.  Lesley was selected for his leadership of the innovative hybrid mutual insurer and financial affiliate of the ARC Group, which has been pioneering parametric […] More

Ahead of South Africa’s National Entrepreneurship Day, tech training and career acceleration entity ALX South Africa spotlights two groundbreaking startup ventures. Founded by young innovators poised to disrupt their industries, CooCoo and Sync Discovery are driven by cutting-edge technology and bold vision. The startups receieved cash injections through the ALX Ventures Accelerator Program to propel […] More

Africa’s energy sector is on the cusp of a major transformation, and transmission infrastructure is at the forefront of this shift. As countries invest in large-scale power generation and renewable energy projects, robust transmission networks are essential for connecting these new energy sources to the grid and improving access across the continent. This growing demand for transmission […] More

Vuka Group and Africa’s Green Economy Summit are spearheading efforts to boost Africa’s inclusive economic growth by connecting project owners with a global network of investors. This strategic initiative aims to accelerate vital projects, promoting sustainability and prosperity across the continent. Elodie Delagneau, Investment Lead at Vuka Group, emphasised the group’s success in linking ambitious […] More

They are leading powerful campaigns to address gender-based violence and human rights International Men’s Day (November 19) is celebrated globally to honour the positive contributions men make to the world, their families and their communities. These role models are significant in raising awareness about men’s roles in promoting human well-being through interventions in various social […] More

Authors: Desta Lakew, Group Director, Partnerships and External Affairs, Amref Health Africa; and Alvin Tofler Munyasia, AGNES Climate Fellow African nations are at a crossroads, facing unsustainable debt burdens, high climate adaptation and development needs, and at the centre of these, a cry from young people who are impatient for change and, increasingly, letting their […] More