BMW to Build Plug-in Hybrids in South Africa
The German car manufacturer has announced that, as of next year, its X3 models will be exported from South Africa to countries all over the world. They will be produced in the company’s Rosslyn plant with an investment of $225m; said Milan Nedeljkovic, chairman of the management board of BMW South Africa, in a statement. […]
UN Peacekeeping Missions in Africa Struggle to Fulfill Mandate in the States in which they Operate
United Nations’ peacekeeping missions in countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), South Sudan, Mali, and the Central African Republic (CAR) are struggling to succeed. The forces, who operate under strict guidelines, are unable to ensure general security, stabilize volatile situations or even protect civilians. Some analysts say that such a scenario is far […]
South African Company Lexie Hearing Named on TIME100 Most Influential Companies List
Developed by hearX Group and a market leader in US hearing healthcare, Lexie Hearing is on the list, alongside fellow African companies M-KOPA Solar and Zipline as well as many famous global names such as SpaceX, Apple and Stripe. Developed by hearX Group, an impact-driven company that has provided over two million hearing tests in […]
Using Creative Makeup as a Way to Portray Strong African Women
Fredde Tchibinda uses artistic makeup to enhance and celebrate women who are making a difference in Senegal. In her studio and out in the streets of Dakar, she designs and creates striking portraits that enhance and celebrate women’s strength and confidence. Her subjects include eco-feminists and women protecting street children in Dakar, and her work […]
