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Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) and Victoria’s Secret Partner to Launch Growth Accelerator in Nigeria – Call for Applications

The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) (https://www.AWIEForum.org) announces the launch of its Growth Accelerator programme in Nigeria, in partnership with iconic global...

Africa Finance Corporation Commits up to US$40 Million Equity Investment in the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE Abuja) to Revolutionise Healthcare Advancements in...

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent's leading instrumental infrastructure solutions provider, today signed an equity investment term sheet, pledging up to US$40 million...

Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024: Exploring Diversity in Innovation for Global Success

Diversity in innovation is not just a catchphrase – it’s a catalyst for progress. Embracing diverse perspectives propels industries forward by fostering creativity and...

The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) Supports National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) to Enhance its Corporate Governance and Strategic Leadership

The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) (www.ITFC-idb.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), has conducted a capacity-building training workshop on leadership...

Check Point Software Unveils Comprehensive 2024 Security Report, Highlighting Ransomware Surge and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Defence Innovations

Check Point Research (CPR), the Threat Intelligence arm of Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (https://www.Checkpoint.com/) (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider,...

Unlocking Opportunities: Swedfund, African Development Bank Advance Collaboration on Private Sector Growth, Climate Action

An African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) team, led by Senior Vice President Bajabulile Swazi Tshabalala, on 15 February 2024, met with a delegation from...

Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) accords Azentio Software’s iMAL latest version with compliance certification for 2024

Azentio Software (“Azentio”) (www.Azentio.com), a Singapore-headquartered technology firm owned by funds advised by Apax Partners (www.Apax.com), has announced that iMAL™ latest version and the...

Canon celebrates 21st consecutive year of No. 1 share of global interchangeable-lens digital camera market

Canon Inc. (Canon-CNA.com) announced today that the company’s interchangeable-lens digital cameras (digital SLR and mirrorless cameras) have maintained the No. 1 share1 of the...

Nairobi set to host the inaugural Green Games Summit

Nairobi is set to host the inaugural Green Games Summit, marking Africa's first event of its kind, on the weekend of February 24, 2024....

South Africa headteacher shooting: Arrested pupil may be tried as adult

A 13-year-old schoolboy in South Africa, arrested after allegedly shooting and injuring his principal, may be tried as an adult, the prosecuting authority says. The...

Stellantis, Société Générale and Caetano Squadra Africa Sign an Unprecedented Strategic Collaboration Agreement for Vehicle Sales and Financing in Sub-Saharan Africa

Under this agreement, the parties undertake to work closely together to offer customers a comprehensive range of competitive financial services, in accordance with local...

ECOWAS says it is implementing reforms to address unconstitutional changes of governments

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says that it is taking several steps to address the growing trend of unconstitutional changes in...

From Representation to Inclusion: Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) to Explore Diversity in Media and Entertainment

The media and entertainment sectors are undergoing a transformative shift in their approach to representation. While there has been notable progress in showcasing diversity...

Unlock Networking Opportunities at the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) Gala Dinner

Following a day filled with insights, the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) will conclude its proceedings with its anticipated GBIS Gala Dinner. Set to...

Xylem and the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA) formalise their partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish strategic and cooperative...

Xylem (www.Xylem.com), a worldwide pioneer in water technology solutions, and the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA) have embarked on an innovative partnership, sealing...

Stellantis Delivers Record Net Revenues, Net Profit, Industrial Free Cash Flows for Full Year 2023

Net revenues of €189.5 billion, up 6% compared to 2022, with consolidated shipment volumes increasing 7%; Net profit grew 11% to €18.6 billion. Adjusted...

Five tips for small business owners to help grow their business online

Small businesses are embracing digitalization and catering to their customer needs through a variety of online channels. With new technologies emerging such as artificial...

Africa faces a perfect storm in the fight against malaria: Leaders urge swift action and more resource commitments

His Excellency President Umaro Sissoco Embaló, Chair of the African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA) (www.ALMA2030.org), announced Saturday that Africa is at the centre of...

Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) and Banque Misr Sign letter of intent to provide $30M line of finance...

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) group, signed a letter...

Actress Novi Brown to discuss Diversity in Television at Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024

Producer, director and actor Novi Brown will speak at the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) – taking place February 27 in Dubai. Brown currently...

One Week to Go Until Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024

With one week to go, the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024 is gearing up for its highly anticipated third edition. Hosted by the...

Canon recognized with highest A score for its climate change activities from Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)

Canon Inc. (Canon-CNA.com) announced today that the company was recognized by U.K. based non-profit organization CDP  for its transparency and leadership concerning initiatives in the...

Tour du Rwanda 2024: Eritrean Cyclists excel in Second Stage

Eritrean cyclists showcased their dominance at the Tour du Rwanda 2024, securing three prestigious jerseys during the exhilarating sprint finish of the second stage. Merhawi...

Bridging the Data Trust Gap: 2024 RegTech Confab Set to Unlock Africa’s Economic Potential

In an era defined by digital transformation, data has become the cornerstone of innovation and progress, particularly within Africa's burgeoning financial landscape. With Sub-Saharan...

President El-Sisi Meets British Petroleum’s (BP) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on the Sidelines of Egyptian Petroleum Show (EGYPS) 2024

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Chief Executive Officer of BP, Mr. Murray Auchincloss, on the sidelines of the Egypt Petroleum Show, EGYPS...

The Africa Private Sector Summit (APSS) has inaugurated new Governance Boards

Mr. Kingsley K. Asah, the APSS Board Secretary announced that the newly reconstituted Advisory Board and Board of Directors (Executive Board) of the Africa...

African Energy Chamber (AEC) launches Namibia Trade Mission in collaboration with Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) 2024

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) – serving as the voice of the African energy sector – has launched a Trade Mission to Namibia...

Kaspersky shares cyberthreat landscape insights for the African region

Kaspersky (www.Kaspersky.co.za) experts discussed the evolution of the cyberthreat landscape in the region during its 9th annual Cyber Security Weekend – META 2024, held...

United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and Google Sign Agreement to Foster and Accelerate Digital Transformation in Africa

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and Google LLC (Google) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster and accelerate...

World’s 10 largest crises force over 10 Million Children from their Homes in One Year – Save the Children

More than 10 million children were forced to flee their homes last year in the world’s 10 largest crises, according to new Save the...

Morocco’s navy rescues 141 African migrants

Morocco’s navy has rescued 141 African migrants onboard a boat that experienced difficulties while sailing from Mauritania to Spanish archipelago the Canary Islands. The rescue...

BBC Komla Dumor Award 2024 launched

The BBC is seeking a rising star of African journalism for the BBC News Komla Dumor Award, now in its ninth year. Journalists from across...

The African Union – Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) Facilitates Second Practical Training on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Surveillance and Laboratory Techniques at Ecole...

AU-IBAR recently organised a practical training event in Dakar, Senegal, in collaboration with the Ecole Inter-Etats des Sciences et Médecine Vétérinaires (EISMV), in an...

Namibian High Commission in Ghana organizes memorial service for late President Hage Geingob

The Namibian High Commission in Ghana organized a solemn memorial service on Saturday, February 17, to honour the late President Hage Geingob, who passed...

World Health Organization (WHO) sets up 17 Standard Cholera Treatment Centers in Ethiopia to Combat Cholera Outbreak

Since the first reported cholera outbreak in Ethiopia on August 26, 2022, the Ministry of Health and the Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI) have...

Sudan crisis sends shockwaves around the region as displacement, hunger, and malnutrition soar

At least 25 million people are struggling with soaring rates of hunger and malnutrition as the crisis in Sudan sends shockwaves around the region,...

Akufo-Addo advocates Pan-African Mobile Interoperability System in APD 2024 Compact

President Akufo-Addo has made a fervent plea to the African Union (AU) and fellow heads of state during the 37th Ordinary Session of the...

RS South Africa Showcases Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) Solutions at Mining and Technical Exhibitions (MTE) Show in Jwaneng, Botswana

RS South Africa (https://Africa.RSdelivers.com/), a trading brand of RS Group plc (LSE: RS1), a global provider of product and service solutions for industrial customers,...

Marriott International signs Agreement with Morogoro Mishama Company to bring Le Méridien to Zanzibar

Marriott International (www.Marriott.com) announced a signed agreement with Morogoro Mishama Company that will introduce Le Méridien Hotels&Resorts to the shores of Zanzibar in 2025....

AU Commission chief urges action on Africa instability

The chair of the African Union Commission (AUC) has called on leaders to tackle conflicts in the continent, and condemned a series of coups...