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In the bustling Chifubu constituency of Ndola, the provincial capital of Zambia’s mineral-rich Copperbelt Province, 31-year-old Victoria Bwalya is usually among the early risers, cleaning and setting up for the day in her restaurant business. But before now, Bwalya’s hustle felt like a punishment and just a matter of survival. With only a primary school […]
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Voices of Victory has premiered to powerful acclaim on Showmax, quickly rising to the Number 1 position on the streaming platform. Commissioned by Brand South Africa to mark 30 Years of Democracy, this moving documentary brings to life six extraordinary personal stories from South Africans who endured Apartheid and went on to triumph with courage, resilience […]
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Windhoek, Namibia – September 18, 2025. More than seven in ten Namibians (71%) said they were feeling optimistic about their household finances for the coming year, with 78% expecting their income to increase in the next 12 months. One in four (26%) reported an increase in income in the preceding three months, while 41% said that […]
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The African hotel and hospitality market has immense resilience and potential. Recognising this and facilitating a platform for African hospitality to thrive, the Hotel & Hospitality Show, hosted by dmg and Kaoun took place at the Sandton Convention Centre last week to foster growth and collaboration within the sector. “The Hotel & Hospitality Show connects brands […]
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By Michel Jarraud, Secretary General Emeritus World Meteorological Organization and Board Member of African Risk Capacity (ARC) Ltd. A growing climate emergency and its intensifying toll on African soil make climate adaptation and early warning systems critical focus areas in building resilience on the continent. The most effective way to confront the crisis is, firstly […]
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What defines business resilience, particularly in the current market? According to McKinsey, it’s the difference between a company that thrives and one that fails. The research firm also points out that resilience capabilities should include business model innovation around software, a focus on disruptive customer demands, and safeguarding against revenue loss. These are often the […]
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By Nicolas Mathon, Director, Project Development, Africa and Europe, Wärtsilä Energy The successful completion of the Azura Edo 450 MW gas-fired power project in 2016 was hailed at the time as setting the blueprint for future independent power projects in Nigeria. The $900 million plant, which gathered 20 international banks and equity financing partners from more than […]
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