Cape Town’s Continued Global Recognition Unlocks Opportunities For Local Business Growth
With Cape Town’s recent recognition as the Best City in the World for 2025 by Time Out, a global authority on city culture, travel, and experiences, the city has once again cemented its status as a world-class destination. Renowned globally for its natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, and exceptional infrastructure, Cape Town continues to attract international acclaim as a […]
Pascal Konan’s Solo Exhibition, Unfinished Symphony, At The Melrose Gallery Johannesburg
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Pascal Konan’s Solo Exhibition, Unfinished Symphony, at The Melrose Gallery 8 February – 9 March 2025 The Melrose Gallery proudly presents Unfinished Symphony, a solo exhibition by acclaimed Ivorian artist Pascal Konan, curated by Mpumi Mayisa. From 8 February to 9 March 2025, the exhibition offers a poignant meditation on resilience, transformation, and continuity through […]
Nurturing The Love Of Reading: A Case For Economic Growth And Inclusion
Liberty joins the world to commemorate the 15th anniversary of World Read Aloud Day According to a Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) 2021 report, South Africa ranked last out of 57 countries in terms of literacy. A staggering eight out of ten children struggle to read by the age of 10. This is a sobering statistic, particularly […]
SAPP To Celebrate 30 Years Of Regional Power Cooperation With Gala Dinner At Africa Energy Indaba
The Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) is set to mark a major milestone by hosting its 30-Year Anniversary Gala Dinner on the 5th March 2025, during the upcoming Africa Energy Indaba 2025, taking place from 4 – 6 March in Cape Town, South Africa. For three decades, SAPP has played a pivotal role in advancing regional electricity cooperation, enhancing energy security, and facilitating […]
Africa Youth In Tourism Summit (AYTIS) 2025 Successfully Launched
Africa Tourism Partners alongside the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife Kenya, UN Tourism, AfCFTA, BDO, TEAMS Africa and Kenya Tourism Board have successfully launched the 7th Africa Youth in Tourism Summit (AYTIS) 2025 (www.youthtourismsummit.com). Held on the 29th of January 2025 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), the launch was attended by representatives from […]
Mastercard Aims To Strengthen Commitment To Uganda With New Office In Kampala
Mastercard has announced the opening of its first office in Uganda, marking a significant milestone in its expansion across East Africa. This strategic move underscores Mastercard’s dedication to fostering financial inclusion and accelerating digital transformation in the region. With Uganda’s economy projected to grow at 6.2% by 2025, the country is poised for sustained expansion. Mastercard’s […]
South African Leader Seeks Elon Musk’s Help to Correct Misinformation
South Africa’s president, Cyril Ramaphosa, has spoken to Elon Musk to clarify the country’s land reform policy and correct misinformation about it. During the conversation, Ramaphosa emphasized South Africa’s constitutional values of rule of law, justice, fairness, and equality. The discussion follows US President Donald Trump’s claims that South Africa was confiscating land and mistreating […]
Trump’s WHO Withdrawal Endangers Africa’s Health Programs and Global Stability
President Trump’s decision to withdraw the US from the World Health Organization—and the accompanying pause in funding—is expected to have profound consequences for health in Africa. Washington is the WHO’s largest donor, providing about 18% of the organization’s budget. Consequently, the loss of US funds threatens critical health programs, including polio eradication, HIV/AIDS response, and […]
Nigeria Unveils Plans to Ease Impact of USAID Funding Halt
Abuja has responded to US President Donald Trump’s 90-day freeze on most foreign aid by forming a committee to create a transition and sustainability plan for health programs funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The committee, comprising officials from the ministries of finance, health, and environment, seeks to secure alternative financial […]
Africa50 Announces $500 Million Investment Fund for Renewable Energy Projects
Africa50, an infrastructure investment platform, is poised to establish the continent’s first region-wide investment vehicle with a focus on off-grid power and green infrastructure, with a target of $500 million. Backed by shareholders including the African Development Bank and Morocco’s central bank, the fund aims to support climate-conscious projects and expand electricity access amid growing […]