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In the digital economy, security should be about preserving an organisation’s ability to operate and innovate By Allan Juma, Lead Cyber Security Engineer at ESET Kenya has built a reputation across the continent and the world as a leader in the digital economy. M-PESA not only changed how money moves in this country, it has […]
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By Christine Wu, Interim Co-Chief Executive of Personal and Private Banking (PPB) at Absa Group When global leaders met in Davos-Klosters for the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in January, discussions were organised around five themes, two of which focused on how to unlock new sources of growth and how to invest more effectively in people. In […]
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Every year, January 24 reminds the world of the critical role education plays in building peaceful, equitable, and sustainable societies.For the Regalo Hope Foundation (RHF), this date represents more than just the International Day of Education — it’s a rallying point for action, innovation, and inclusion. Under the visionary leadership of Chinenye Onuorah, the Founder […]
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The 4th Annual B Lab Africa Summit opened yesterday at Serengeti Golf and Wildlife Estate with a dynamic first day that set the tone for two days of bold dialogue and collective action. Delegates from across Africa and the globe convened to reflect on the Summit’s central theme: “Africa’s Readiness to Take Action.” The opening […]
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By Hennie de Villiers Africa’s population is projected to exceed 1.7 billion by 2030, one of the youngest and mobile-first populations on the planet, making the continent fertile ground for the reimagining of financial services. But Africa also sits at a crossroads: an accelerating trajectory of digital innovation challenged by deep digital divides, including access and infrastructure, […]
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● Join over 500 scientists, researchers, and changemakers uniting to drive real solutions for gender equality in food, land and water systems. ● A call to co-create solutions that accelerate gender equality in agri-food and water systems. Register before 26 September 2025. CGIAR, through the Accelerator on Gender Equality and Inclusion, the International Water Management […]
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Across much of Africa, women continue to face significant barriers in accessing the rights, opportunities, and markets available to men. According to the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the gender gap in sub-Saharan Africa remains at 32% across four critical dimensions: political participation, economic opportunity, education, and health. At the current pace of progress, the IFC […]
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In honour of Women’s Month in South Africa, B Lab Africa is proud to spotlight the dynamic, visionary women who will be centre stage at the upcoming 4th Annual B Lab Africa Summit, taking place from 2–3 October 2025 at the Serengeti Golf and Wildlife Estate in Johannesburg. These women are more than speakers, they […]
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Despite meaningful progress in women’s participation in the economy, many women-led businesses across South Africa still face persistent challenges, from limited access to markets and networks to barriers in securing funding and digital tools. These realities were brought into sharp focus at the Women Trade Intervention Dialogue, held on Friday, 1 August 2025 at the […]
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The 4th Annual B Lab Africa Summit 2025 on Climate Modalities, ESG Impact Investment & Inclusive Growth: Africa’s Readiness to Take Action is now officially open for ticket sales. This landmark event will be held from October 2 to 3, 2025, at Serengeti Golf and Wildlife Estate, Kempton Park in Johannesburg, South Africa, bringing together […]
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