Exploring The Theme Of Time At The Investec Cape Town Art Fair
The years have been good to the art fair, which celebrated its tenth anniversary this past weekend and staged its most inspired show to date. The 10th edition of the Investec Cape Town Art Fair (ICTAF) took place last weekend on the southernmost tip of the continent where the black gold of the sun sets […]
The Synergy Of Business And Information Technology (IT) Will Be Key To Harnessing Africa’s Full Potential
By Upuli De Abrew What is needed is for the data strategy to align with business strategy, and for it to be able to evolve in line with changing internal and external environmental factors The African continent is poised for economic growth, rapid urbanisation and increasing incomes with its population expected to reach about 1.7-billion […]
Empowering The Next Generation Of Social Entrepreneurs: Lessons From Catalyst 2030’s Africa Forward February Forum
African stakeholders in entrepreneurship were urged to collaborate in creating an ecosystem that supports social entrepreneurship and facilitates the entrepreneurial journey for young and emerging social entrepreneurs at Catalyst 2030’s Africa Forward panel discussion. The event featured Rosemary Okello-Orlale, Director of Africa Media Hub, Strathmore University Business, and Keyinde Ayeni, Executive Director of LEAP Africa, […]
African Development Bank Holds First Industrial And Trade Business Opportunity Forum In Egypt
Egyptian businesses keen to increase business and deepen integration with other African countries The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org), in collaboration with the Egyptian Commercial Services (ECS) department of the Egyptian Ministry of Industry and Trade, has ended its first Industrial and Trade Business Opportunity Seminar (IT-BOS) dedicated to establishing business relationships with Egyptian manufacturers and […]
ForAfrika In Mozambique Prepared For ‘Highly Likely’ Devastating Effects After Cyclone Freddy
Cyclone Freddy, which killed seven people in Madagascar earlier this week, made landfall along Mozambique’s coastline as a severe tropical storm on Friday and is expected to cause flooding and the destruction of homes and livelihoods. “Our teams are on standby, we are well equipped to respond to those most affected, as swiftly as possible,” […]
Viva Technology and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) are delighted to announce the launch of the second edition of the AfricaTech Awards. 
PARIS, France, 27 February 2023 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Viva Technology and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) are delighted to announce the launch of the second edition of the AfricaTech Awards. This initiative aims to recognize and support Africa-focused companies with innovative tech solutions addressing key development challenges linked to climate change, health care, and financial inclusion. […]
Nigeria’s Post-Election Reset Needs Youth-Centred Accountable Leaders
By Cecilia Russell Youth have already transformed the narrative of the 2023 elections, and it would be crucial for Nigeria’s newly elected president to consider their issues as he takes on the enormous task of rebuilding the country, says CIVICUS’ Advocacy and Campaigns Lead David Kode. Speaking on the eve of the Presidential election, Kode told […]
Envisionit Deep AI® Secures $1.65-Million Investment To Accelerate Access To Healthcare Across Africa
Envisionit Deep AI® secures $1.65-million investment from New GX Ventures SA a joint venture between New GX Capital and RMB Ventures and GIIG Africa to accelerate access to healthcare across Africa Investment comes as the startup was named the Best Newcomer in the Southern Africa regional finale of the African Startup Awards, thanks to its ‘RADIFY’ […]
Moving On Up: Why Change Management Matters In Evolving Workspaces
Our workplaces are changing rapidly, with organisations redesigning their spaces to be more flexible and hospitable, moving to accommodate hybrid work practices, or simply relocating to downsize. While the reasons for moving are clear, there is often an inconsistent understanding and implementation of change management, which can result in overwhelmed employees, reduced productivity, and the […]
BRAC ‘Resets’ Program Aimed At Empowering Adolescent Girls In Africa
By Naureen Hossain BRAC’s Empowerment and Livelihood Program (ELA) has benefitted tens of thousands of girls, and its recently released report shows an organization willing to adapt to the circumstances to continue to ensure adolescent girls and young women receive meaningful sexual and reproductive health rights support. The report titled Adolescent Empowerment at a scale: Successes and […]