Africa’s massive debt load and the nature of many of its resource-backed loans are compromising its economic potential, the African Development Bank’s (AfDB) President Akinwumi Adesina said recently. “I think it’s time for us to have debt transparency accountability and…
In a collaborative effort to propel Africa’s transition towards a sustainable future, AfriLabs, a pan-African network of innovation hubs, has partnered with Emerge Green Africa. This impactful project aims to unlock green development across the continent by leveraging innovative energy…
PHOTO COURTSEY: Kigali Business Centre The Rwandan Ministry of Information Communication Technology and Innovation, alongside the World Economic Forum, launched the Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) in Rwanda, marking a first for the African continent. C4IRs are hubs…
FSD Africa Investments and Allied Climate Partners have today entered into an Memorandum of Understanding and will partner to address a critical financing gap for climate infrastructure, mitigation and adaptation in Africa. This aligns with the core missions of both…
Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies and eMaisha Pay have announced a partnership which will digitize payments in Uganda’s agriculture sector to address several challenges encountered by farmers as well as businesses throughout the value…
Sim Tshabalala, Standard Bank Group Chief Executive says: “We are honored to receive this accolade, which affirms our commitments to providing consistently excellent service for our clients and to driving Africa’s growth”. Standard Bank has been ranked as the most…
As the global investment landscape continues to evolve, Africa stands at the forefront of emerging opportunities, poised for sustainable economic growth and development. Recently, the 7th Pensions Funds and Alternative Investments Conference provided a platform to delve into the continent’s…
Mumba Kenneth Khalifungwa, Managing Director of Absa Uganda, expressed that “Your story matters because it intertwines with ours, shaping the future of Africa together, and one narrative at a time.“ In a groundbreaking move towards customer-centric banking, Absa Group, a…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] From Pinterest: Admassu Tadesse, TDB Group President and Managing Director Admassu Tadesse Admassu Tadesse stands at the forefront of Africa’s financial industry, wielding his expertise and leadership to drive growth and development across the continent. As the Group President…
Uber and Bolt have announced plans to resume operations in Tanzania, after weeks of controversy. The companies were forced to suspend services in Tanzania following the government’s regulatory changes that were enforced effectively from March, 2022. In March this year,…
Google has announced that 60 eligible black-founded startups across Africa have been selected for the second cohort of Google for Startups Black Founders Fund for Africa. The startups joining the program will receive a total of $4 million in funding…
Aleph Hospitality, the leading Dubai-based independent hotel management company, has solidified its presence in Uganda by taking over management of the Best Western Plus The Athena Hotel in Kampala. Best Western Plus The Athena is a contemporary four-star hotel situated…
Mark Mugisha Kivuna has been appointed by Diageo, Guinness Nigeria Plc as the continental giant’s Marketing & innovations Director. “As Adenike Adebola moves ahead as Africa Innovations Director, Diageo, Guinness Nigeria Plc has announced the appointment of Mark Mugisha Kivuna…
Pesapal has been at the forefront of the Digital Payments revolution in Africa for over a decade. By leveraging technology to make financial services affordable, convenient, and secure, Pesapal is empowering tens of thousands of merchants and millions of consumers…
Global Ever-greening Alliance, Climate Asset management and the African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative is expected to pave the way for a greener Africa to mitigate the impact of climate change in Africa. While speaking at a press briefing held on…