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Converge Africa 2026 returned to the CTICC in Cape Town and delivered three packed days of practical, outcomes led conversations about how Africa buys, sells and transacts in a world that is moving fast. The event brought the full digital commerce ecosystem into one place, from payments and fintech to ....
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The Minister of ICT and Innovation today officially launched the Rwanda FinTech Centre during the Inclusive FinTech Forum, with the vision to accelerate Rwanda’s development agenda through the creation of a one-stop center for fintech growth and ecosystem coordination The Centre is a joint initiative by the Ministry of ICT and Innovation, the Kigali International […]
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By Kadi Diallo, Portfolio Manager of Africa Tech Festival. When over 15,000 policymakers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors convened in Cape Town in November for the 28th Africa Tech Festival 2025, it was against the backdrop of an increasingly positive digital growth trajectory for the continent. Across its four anchor programmes – AfricaCom, AfricaTech, AfricaIgnite, and The […]
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DURBAN, South Africa — Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization, used a keynote address at the 19th Chief Albert Luthuli Memorial Lecture on Thursday to deliver a pointed assessment of global trade tensions and a cautious but optimistic outlook for Africa’s economic future. Speaking at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Westville Campus, Dr. […]
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In a special half-hour show, hosted by Zain Asher, CNN showcases the highlights from its inaugural Global Perspectives: On Africa event – featuring interviews and session highlights with high profile political and business leaders, innovators, and thought-leaders. In a world reshaped by tariffs, technology, and tension, the World Trade Organisation (WTO) is playing a key role. WTO Director-General, […]
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Big 5 Construct Kenya officially opened today at the Sarit Expo Centre. Running until 7 November, the event was inaugurated by Giuseppe Manenti, Director, Nairobi Office, Italian Trade Agency; Kareem Hamdy, Counsellor of Egypt to Kenya; Josine Heijmans, Senior Vice President, dmg events; and Tracy-Lee Behr, Event Director, dmg events, reflecting the country’s commitment to […]
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The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) hosted a spectacular celebration of African women’s excellence at the 2025 AWIEF Awards, held on Friday evening at the Cape Town South Africa. The glittering gala honoured women entrepreneurs and leaders driving innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth across the continent. Eight exceptional winners were announced, each representing […]
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