Despite being Water Rich, Lesotho Remains Economically Poor
The Katse dam is a seriously impressive piece of design. Standing at 185m tall, it is Africa’s second largest curved dam. Completed in 1996, it forms part of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project, which was the result of a deal signed between the governments of Lesotho and apartheid South Africa a decade earlier. The country […]
How a Former Swiss Banker Found Her Calling in the African Bush
Co-founded by Fabia Bausch and her partner, Nicolas Negre, Chem Chem Safari owns and operates three camps: Chem Chem Lodge (opened in 2011), Little Chem Chem Safari Camp (2013), and Forest Chem Chem (2018). All three venues are located on the 50,000-acre Burunge Wildlife Management Area in Tanzania. Chem Chem Safari and its philanthropic arm, […]
Vendease, Nigerian Food Tech Company Appoints New CFO Amidst Rapid Growth And Fundraising Drive
Vendease, a leading food tech procurement platform in Africa, today announced Mohamed Chaudry as its new Chief Financial Officer, highlighting Vendease’s dedication to fortifying its executive team during a period of rapid growth and active fundraising initiatives. Founded in 2019, Vendease has quickly established itself as a pivotal player in the food procurement sector in […]
A “Triple Pull” In Food Demand Offers Untapped Potential For Africa’s Food Processors If They Can Rise To The Challenge, Argues New Report
A concurrent rise in population, urbanization, and middle-class incomes signals a unique market opportunity if the sector can improve its competitiveness A “triple pull” in food demand is creating sizable opportunities for Africa’s food processors if they can ramp up their competitiveness, according to a new report. The latest publication by the Malabo Montpellier Panel highlights how […]
Off-Grid Renewable Energy
Roughly 57 percent, or 600 million, of the population in Sub-Saharan Africa do not have access to reliable and consistent power. USADF’s off-grid energy grants promote market-based solutions that connect people to electricity. Over the past five-year period (2017-2021), we provided over US$11 million in grant funding to more than 100 African enterprises to bring […]
MDP Takes Center Stage as Payments Enabler Africa Sponsor at Africa Fintech Summit Nairobi 2024
NAIROBI, Kenya, 30 August 2024/African Media Agency/-MDP, a leading payments technology provider in the Middle East and Africa, is gearing up to make its mark at the 12th edition of the Africa Fintech Summit, taking place in Nairobi, Kenya, from September 4-6, 2024. The payments technology pioneer is coming on as Africa’s Payment Enabler Sponsor […]
Africa’s Leading Venture Capital Leader, Kola Aina Joins Olu Akanmu, Dr Agnes Olatokunbo Martins, Others On EFInA Board
Enhancing Financial Innovation & Access (EFInA) Limited has announced the appointment of Kola Aina, Founding Partner and General Partner of Ventures Platform, Africa’s leading seed-stage venture capital firm, to its board of directors. EFInA is a financial sector development organisation committed to promoting financial inclusion in Nigeria, with the vision of becoming the leader in […]
SKY Girls Premieres “Journey To Bloom” Series In Kaduna: A Groundbreaking Show Empowering Teens In Nigeria
The city of Kaduna was at a standstill on Saturday, 24th August 2024 when SKY Girls, a vibrant community of teenage girls across Nigeria dedicated to self-expression and authenticity, premiered its highly anticipated eight-part series, Journey to Bloom, at Bridge Park Cinema, Kaduna, Nigeria. The premiere was attended by notable guests and dignitaries and showcased SKY Girls’ […]
Standard Bank Launches Global First Innovative Syndicated Loan Management Digital Platform
Standard Bank is proud to announce the launch of Reach, an innovative digital platform poised to revolutionise the management of syndicated loans. Reach is a global first, offering unparalleled simplicity, transparency, and convenience in syndicated loan administration. This cutting-edge platform, designed specifically for syndicated loan participants, facilitates seamless execution and engagement throughout the loan lifecycle. […]
Gabiro Mtu Necessary’s New Single ‘Hera Gima Iw Diel’ Offers A Witty Exploration Of Love’s Absurdities
The Kenyan music landscape is as diverse as it is dynamic, with artists continually pushing the boundaries of creativity to produce music that resonates with both local and global audiences. Among these artists, Gabiro Mtu Necessary has consistently demonstrated his prowess as a musician, songwriter, and cultural commentator. Today, he cements his place as one […]
