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Mastercard joined US Vice President Kamala Harris for a roundtable discussion in Zambian capital, Lusaka, where she issued a call to action to public and private sector leaders to invest in national financial inclusion strategies to close the digital divide across the continent. Only an estimated 33% of the population in Africa use the internet and only 55% in Sub-Saharan Africa have official proof of identity, meaning the […]
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By Jessica Blake, Associate, Spear Capital Africa is rich with women entrepreneurs. In fact, the continent has the highest proportion of women entrepreneurs in the world, with more than a quarter of all businesses either started or run by women. In Europe, by contrast, the rate of entrepreneurial activity among women is just 5.7%. Yet,despite […]
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Free Training Workshop for women in the first five years of their corporate career. Africa.com is delivering free training for women early in their corporate careers. While the training is focused on women, men who would like to attend are welcome. The 90-minute virtual workshop will take place on Wednesday 5 April, 2023, starting at […]
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By Jan Van Der Putten, Vice President, Operations, Africa and Indian Ocean, Hilton With global awareness around climate change and sustainability increasing, consumers are travelling more thoughtfully and making conscious choices across the entire travel experience. They are thinking critically about how and where they spend their money during their trips, opting to stay at […]
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African markets have been rapidly embracing technological advancements in recent years. With the growth of mobile phone usage and the increasing penetration of the internet, the continent has been quick to adopt innovative solutions to meet the growing demand for digital services. The fintech industry, in particular, has been growing rapidly in Africa, providing new […]
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Promoting gender equity and equality is a cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy in Africa and around the world. Advancing the economic status of women and girls is not only a matter of human rights, justice, and fairness—it is also a strategic imperative that reduces poverty and promotes sustainable economic growth, increases access to education, improves […]
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Africa is the largest continent in the world. Due to its sheer massiveness, it’s quite diverse in landscapes and weather. Both the coldest and the warmest places on earth are situated on this continent. Moreover, the Atlas mountain range in Africa offers a great many hiking opportunities to enthusiasts. Here are 9 stunning mountain treks […]
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By Charles Mpaka Researchers have found that cheaper and more accessible blood testing methods can improve the care of patients with chronic hepatitis B in Africa. In a study published in Nature Communications, the researchers recommend revising the current World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines on managing the condition. “Our data are important for informing clinical practice in […]
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By Heidi Badenhorst, group head of strategy and special projects at microinsurer aYo Holdings We live in a WhatsApp world. Used by more than 2.24 billion people worldwide – and around 200 million in Africa – this ubiquitous messaging platform connects friends and families across borders. It’s helping the continent plug into the global economy. […]
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Janus Continental Group (JCG) is comprised of market leading companies in Energy, Real Estate, Conservation and Hospitality sectors. One of the major contributors of Africa’s energy sector. We are an African success story with a track record spanning over 38-years across continent. The Group has grown into a multifaceted impactful operation; The Energy businesses provide […]
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