A planned media takeover in South Africa has hit a major snag, leaving the future of a leading pay-TV company hanging in the balance. French media giant Groupe Canal+ aimed to acquire the entirety of MultiChoice, a prominent African pay-TV company but their plans have been halted by a recent ruling. Initially, Canal+, already holding […]
Africa in 2024 stands at a crossroads, a paradox of burgeoning population yet sluggish economic growth. Conflicts persist, yet its global influence skyrockets. The answer lies in two transformative trends shaping the 21st century. Firstly, the geopolitical shift to a multipolar world grants African nations unprecedented agency. Embracing this, African governments strategically engage with global […]
The stage is set in Abu Dhabi as the World Trade Organization (WTO) ministerial conference kicks off on February 26, sparking conversations on critical global issues. Member nations will converge to discuss pressing matters, including the prohibition of subsidies contributing to overfishing and the complex issue of digital taxation. Against the backdrop of widespread instability […]
The recently concluded Africa Business Forum (ABF) 2024, held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, echoed with the continent’s vibrant energy and ambition. Spearheaded by UN Deputy Secretary-General Claver Gatete, this landmark event convened leaders, innovators and visionaries under the unifying theme: “Boosting Africa’s Transformation through Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (ESTI). Here are some highlights: Gatete’s […]
The concept of a linear career trajectory has become obsolete. Today, professionals need to embrace continuous learning and upskilling to stay relevant in their respective fields. As organizations undergo rapid transformations driven by technological advancements, globalization and evolving market demands, the need for employees to acquire new skills has never been more crucial. Continuous learning […]
As a bold departure from Open AI, the company he co-founded, Elon Musk launched xAI last year, driven by philosophical differences on how to harness the potential of artificial intelligence for profit. The venture’s star product, a cutting-edge chatbot named Grok, taps into social media posts on X, the revamped Twitter network owned by Musk […]
Imagine a continent brimming with potential, where young minds crackle with curiosity, innovation thrives and technology leaps forward, fueling growth and prosperity. This is the vision that ignites the African Business Forum 2024, a platform where public and private sectors join hands to weave this vision into reality. Held since February 19th, 2024, in Addis […]
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In Munich, Germany, the stage is set for a pivotal annual security conference, often referred to as the “Davos of Defense.” As security forces mobilize, over 60 world leaders and 85 government officials are converging to delve into pressing global security matters over the next three days. The focal points of discussion include ongoing conflicts […]
Raila Odinga, the veteran opposition leader of Kenya, has officially declared his ambition to vie for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC). At 78 years old, Odinga, who previously served as the High Representative for Infrastructure Development in Africa, asserts his competence to lead the continental body headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Hailing […]
