Protect Women and Girls in DR Congo’s Prisons
UN Report Sheds Light on Rapes in Makala Prison During Deadly Jailbreak A September 9 internal report by the United Nations Population Fund, the UN agency tasked with improving reproductive and maternal health, found that 268 out of the 348 women held in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Makala prison – nearly 80 percent […]
18th Edition Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards – West Africa 2024
Accra, Ghana – Save the Dates: November 19-20, 2024 The International Center for Strategic Alliances (ICSA) proudly announces the 18th Edition of the Connected Banking Summit – Innovation & Excellence Awards – West Africa 2024, set to take place in the vibrant city of Accra, Ghana, on November 19-20, 2024. This premier event promises to […]
Ignite Innovation At Africa Fintech Forum 2024: Join Us In Nairobi For The Premier Finance & Technology Convergence!
Nairobi is set to host the groundbreaking Africa Fintech Forum 2024 on September 25th, where global fintech pioneers will converge to share transformative insights and strategies shaping the future of finance and technology. Prepare for an unparalleled experience at the Africa Fintech Forum 2024, a premier event spotlighting the powerful intersection of financial services and […]
ExxonMobil Accelerates African Energy Investments And Frontier Exploration
Leading oil-and-gas multinational ExxonMobil is progressing several energy initiatives on the African continent, consolidating its status as one of the drivers of the industry on the continent. Recent developments herald further expansions of the robust ExxonMobil upstream pipeline to strengthen energy security through reliable, affordable energy supply while achieving industry-leading emissions intensity. The latest expression […]
6 Weeks To Go: Manufacturing Indaba 2024 – Invitation To Join, Exhibit, And Register
With just six weeks remaining until the Manufacturing Indaba 2024, excitement is building for what promises to be a transformative event for Africa’s manufacturing sector. The event will take place from 22 – 23 October 2024 at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa bringing together industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders from across the continent to explore and shape the future of manufacturing […]
New Music Duo, Keenan & Keanu, Release Amapiano-Inspired Single “All I Want”
South Africa’s newest musical sensation, duo Keenan & Keanu, have cemented themselves in the music industry with the release of their debut single, “All I Want.” This track, inspired by the universal experience of falling in love, effortlessly blends R&B, Hip-Hop, Pop, Afropop, and Amapiano influences. “Our inspiration for ‘All I Want’ comes from the […]
The Inaugural AVPA Conference Partners With Angel Fair Africa To Strengthen The Impact And Startup Investment Ecosystem In Africa
Two flagship events, the inaugural African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA) Conference and the Angel Fair Africa (AFA), both focused on growing and supporting the impact and startup investment ecosystem in Africa, will be hosted back-to-back in Nairobi, Kenya in November 2024. These events are a joint effort between AVPA; an organisation on a mission to […]
New Data Shows Significant Growth In U.S.- Africa Trade And Investment Engagement
Since the start of the Biden-Harris Administration in January 2021, the U.S. government, in support of the Prosper Africa Initiative, has closed 1,695 deals valued at $63.5 billion in 41 African countries. In the calendar year 2021, at the start of the Biden-Harris Administration, the U.S. Government facilitated 262 deals valued at $3.1 billion. Just in the […]
AI Projected to Add $30 Billion to Africa’s Economy Within a Decade
A report by Public First has revealed that Artificial Intelligence (AI) could contribute over $30 billion to Africa’s economy in the next 10 years. According to the report, AI’s vast application across multiple sectors, including healthcare and agriculture, could spur economic growth and resolve critical challenges across the continent. For instance, the technology could boost […]
Why is South Africa’s New School Language Law Controversial?
South Africa’s new Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) has sparked controversy over its language and admissions policies. Signed by President Cyril Ramaphosa, the law aims to address inequalities in education by giving the government more authority over school language and admission decisions, previously managed by school boards. While supporters argue it promotes inclusivity, citing past […]
