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[South Africa] Johannesburg Stock Exchange proposes amendments to listing requirements
As part of its continued commitment to creating an enabling environment for listed companies, the JSE has announced the proposed amendments to its Listings Requirements to introduce the Market Segmentation Project aimed at the smaller issuers on the Main Board of the exchange.
[Zoom Event, April 11 2024] Global Strategies for Success in Africa: Overcoming FX and Payment Hurdles
This event explores the vast potential and unique challenges of expanding businesses in Africa, focusing on mastering international pitches, understanding cultural nuances, and crafting pitches that highlight unique value propositions.
[FINTECH EVENT] Verto Atlas Product Launch, Lagos Continental Hotel, 29 February
Verto extends this invite to an exclusive, fireside gathering at the prestigious Intercontinental Hotel Lagos, as it unveils Verto Atlas, the financial powerhouse for large corporations and enterprises in Nigeria.
[Free Webinar] Unlocking Success in New Markets: Cross-Border Payments Strategies for South African Businesses
Embark on a journey through the dynamic realm of international finance with our upcoming webinar, where we unravel the intricacies of global payment strategies essential for triumph in the finance sector.
[Column] Patrick Mweheire: Major investment drive sparks East African trade and development
East Africa is poised to unlock new pathways for trade, development and growth.
Modern trends in investment platforms: How technology is shaping our investment world
Let the power of AI drive your financial success and watch your dreams take flight.
JOGMEC Signed an agreement with 5 African countries to secure critical minerals
Japan has signed agreements with five African countries to explore and extract critical minerals used in high-tech industries.
Tembo Gold announces transformative acquisition and landmark investment from Tanzanian strategic investor
Tembo Gold Corp to announce that it has entered into a Licences Purchase Agreement with Lake Victoria Gold Ltd.
Promesse d’achat de CMA CGM pour 100% de Bolloré Logistics
Groupe Bolloré a reçu une offre spontanée du Groupe CMA CGM pour l’acquisition de ses activités de commission de transport et de logistique regroupée dans Bolloré Logistics.
Entrée en négociation exclusives avec le Groupe CMA CGM concernant Bolloré Logistics
Le Groupe Bolloré a reçu une offre spontanée du Groupe CMA CGM pour l’acquisition de ses activités de commission de transport et de logistique regroupée dans Bolloré Logistics.
Kenya Airways and South Africa airlines to finalise partnership strategy in 2024
Kenya Airways and South African Airways have announced plans to launch a pan-African airline group in 2024, as part of their strategic partnership.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino re-elected by acclamation at historic FIFA Congress
Gianni Infantino will serve a second term as FIFA President after being re-elected unopposed to lead global football’s governing body for another four years, during the 73rd FIFA Congress in Kigali, Rwanda.
[ChatGPT Biography] Acha Leke, senior partner at McKinsey & Company
Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by storm. As an experiment, Africa Business Communities is publishing a series of 100 biographies of the most successful entrepreneurs in Africa. We only ask the questions and let ChatGPT write.
[ChatGPT Biography] James Mworia, CEO of Centum Investment
Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by storm. As an experiment, Africa Business Communities is publishing a series of 100 biographies of the most successful entrepreneurs in Africa. We only ask the questions and let ChatGPT write.
[ChatGPT Biography] Tony Elumelu, Founder of Heirs Holdings
Artificial Intelligence is taking the world by storm. As an experiment, Africa Business Communities is publishing a series of 100 biographies of the most successful entrepreneurs in Africa. We only ask the questions and let ChatGPT write.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: Investments take priority over all
With global inflation spiraling out of control, every country is working harder than ever to welcome new enterprise and business. Nigeria made great progress in this in recent months.
Growing Crypto Market in South Africa - What Cryptocurrency is best to invest in?
Undoubtedly, trading crypto has become one of the primary sources of income for many people. In South Africa, a few people trade crypto full-time, while most treat it as a side hustle.
[Column] Goodie M. Ibru: What the AfCFTA brings to the table in Africa
The trade and investment layout of the African Continent is a story of both promise and missed opportunities. With a population of over 1.2 billion, Africa promises a huge and promising market.
Forum de l'African Business Roundtable: Que peuvent faire les gouvernements Africains pour renforcer le secteur privé du continent?
African Business Rountable (ABR), créé par le Groupe de la Banque Africaine de Développement en 1990, est la principale association d'entreprises et de chefs d'entreprise d'Afrique et représente la Société Africaine des Affaires auprès des Nations Unies.
African Business Roundtable, Afreximbank organize free webinar masterclass, September 28
In continuation of the series of webinars that has been ongoing throughout the year, the African Business Roundtable and the African Import Export Bank (Afreximbank) are set to hold yet another webinar on capacity building and investor preparation.
L'African Business Roundtable et Afreximbank organisent un séminaire en ligne gratuit le 28 septembre
Dans la continuité de la série de webinaires qui s'est déroulée tout au long de l'année, l'African Business Roundtable et la Banque Africaine d'Import-Export (Afreximbank) vont organiser un autre webinaire sur le renforcement des capacités et la préparation des investisseurs.
African Business Roundtable Forum: What can African governments do to elevate the continent’s private sector?
The African Business Rountable (ABR), set up by the African Development Bank Group in 1990, is Africa’s foremost and continent-wide association of businesses and business leaders, and is the representative of the African Business Society to the United Nations.
[Interview] Dr. Mohamed El Sahili, PDG, Hôpital Medland, Zambie
Le Dr Mohamed El Sahili est le directeur général de l'hôpital Medland, en Zambie. En tant que médecin et entrepreneur, le Dr Sahili siège également au conseil d'administration d'organisations économiques internationales clés, telles que l'African Business Roundtable et l'American Chamber of Commerce.
[Interview] Goodie M. Ibru, Founder, Ikeja Hotel, Nigeria
With over half a century in business ownership and management, Goodie M. Ibru is the founder of Ikeja Hotel Plc, the founder and Principal Partner of G.M. Ibru & Co. and current Vice President (West Africa) of the African Business Roundtable.
[Interview] Goodie M. Ibru, Fondateur, Ikeja Hotel, Nigeria
Avec plus d'un demi-siècle d'expérience dans la propriété et la gestion d'entreprises, Goodie M. Ibru est le fondateur de l'Ikeja Hotel Plc, le fondateur et partenaire principal de G.M. Ibru & Co. et l'actuel Vice-Président (Afrique de l'Ouest) de l'African Business Roundtable.
[Interview] N. Justin Chinyanta, Directeur Général et PDG, Loita Group
De nationalité zambienne et résidant à Johannesburg, en Afrique du Sud, N. Justin Chinyanta est le fondateur, le président et le directeur général de Loita Holdings Corporation, ainsi que le vice-président exécutif du chapitre d'Afrique australe de l'Africa Business Roundtable (ABR).
[Interview] N. Justin Chinyanta, Chairman and CEO, Loita Group
A Zambian national residing in Johannesburg, South Africa, N. Justin Chinyanta is the founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Loita Holdings Corporation as well as the Executive Vice` President for the Southern Africa Chapter of the Africa Business Roundtable (ABR).
[Interview] Dr. Mima Nedelcovych, Chairman, AfricaGlobal Schaffer
Dr. Mima Nedelcovych is the Founder and Chairman of AfricaGlobal Schaffer, a strategic consulting firm focused on project development, project finance, trade facilitation, and public-private partnerships in developing countries, with a particular focus on Africa.
[Interview] Dr. Mima Nedelcovych, Président, AfricaGlobal Schaffer
Mima Nedelcovych est fondateur et président d'AfricaGlobal Schaffer, une société de conseil stratégique spécialisée dans le développement de projets, le financement de projets, la facilitation du commerce et les partenariats public-privé dans les pays en développement, et plus particulièrement en Afrique.
[Interview] Dr. Thomas W. Laryea, Conseiller Juridique, Orrick, USA
Thomas Laryea est un avocat international spécialisé dans la restructuration de la dette souveraine à l'échelle mondiale et dans le financement et l'investissement en Afrique. Également membre de la prestigieuse organisation The African Business Roundtable, M. Laryea offre un aperçu des structures économiques publiques et privées en Afrique et dans le monde.
[Interview] Dr. Thomas W. Laryea, Legal Counsel, Orrick, USA
Dr. Thomas Laryea is an international lawyer focused on sovereign debt restructuring globally and Africa-related finance and investment. Also a member of the prestigious organization, The African Business Roundtable, Dr. Laryea offers expert insights into both public and private economy structures in Africa, and globally.
[Interview] Mahad Ahmed, Fondateur, AME Trade, Royaume-Uni
Mahad Ahmed est fondateur et PDG d'Ame Trade Limited. Il est également membre de l'African Business Roundtable et un expert reconnu dans les secteurs du conseil et des services événementiels.
Masterclass sur la préparation des projets de l'African Business Roundtable Séminaire Web gratuit, 27 juillet
Après des discussions avec diverses institutions de conseil et d'investissement, et afin d'attirer davantage les investissements vers les projets, le secrétariat de l'African Business Roundtable, en association avec Afreximbank, a conçu le "Project Preparation Masterclass"
The African Business Roundtable Project Preparation Masterclass Free Webinar, July 27
After discussions with a variety of advisory and investment institutions, and to further attract investment to projects, the African Business Roundtable Secretariat in association with Afreximbank has designed the “Project Preparation Masterclass”.
[Nigeria Business Week] Andrea Ayemoba: Gas price triggers ripple effect across industries
Nigeria’s inflation as of the month of May stood at 17.71%, but economists are now predicting just a month later a new figure we can expect at the end of this year.
La vision de l'African Business Roundtable pour l'Afrique en tant que centre d'investissement
L'African Business Roundtable (ABR), un groupe de chefs d'entreprise visionnaires qui ont compris très tôt la nécessité pour l'Afrique de bien se positionner sur le marché mondial afin d'attirer les investissements sur le continent, fête cette année sa troisième décennie d'existence.
[Column] Alexandra Fraser: Angel investors plugging the early-stage funding gap in sub-Saharan Africa
To fill the early-stage funding gap, the continent urgently needs more investors.
The African Business Roundtable's vision for Africa as an investment center
The African Business Roundtable (ABR), a group of visionary business leaders who saw very early the need for Africa to position itself well in the global market to attract investments to the continent, this year marks its third decade of existence.
[South Africa] JSE launches 50th edition of flagship investment challenge
Virtual trading floors for the Johannesburg Stock Exchange’s (JSE) flagship financial literacy programme, the JSE Investment Challenge, have officially opened as the competition marks a 50-year milestone.
L'arrivée du MSC VIRGO à Pointe-Noire promet un nouvel horizon pour l'Afrique Centrale
L'arrivée de ce porte-conteneurs au Congo s'inscrit dans le cadre des plans d'expansion de MSC visant à étendre son réseau en Afrique subsaharienne en redessinant son service vers la côte ouest africaine.
Investment firm Rogers Group targets East and Southern Africa for exponential growth
For companies like Rogers, which are listed on the Official Market of the Stock Exchange of Mauritius (SEM), the pursuit of international growth opportunities is a key lever for increasing their presence in markets with high potential.
The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council launches its East and Central Africa hub in Kenya
The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, CWEIC, has launched its East and Central Africa Hub in Nairobi in partnership with Equity Group Holdings.
Axian expands its support for African businesses with new investment unit
Axian Group, a Pan-African conglomerate, is launching AXIAN Investment to oversee two new investment activities: its Private Equity and Venture Capital funds and its direct investments in fledgling technology startups across the continent.
Radisson Hotel Group delivers strong growth in 2022 through its 9 relevant brands
In 2022, Radisson Hotel Group continued to drive forward its ambitious expansion plan to be one of the top three hotel groups in the world with its strong portfolio of nine distinct brands and its growing resorts portfolio.
Norton Rose Fulbright to strengthen their presence in Africa
Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright has announced a new Africa leadership group to help steer its acclaimed, Tier 1 Africa practice.
African Business Roundtable organise un événement en marge de la COP27 pour les objectifs climatiques de l'Afrique
À l'occasion de la 27eme Conférence des parties des Nations unies sur le changement climatique (COP27) qui s'est tenue à Sharm El Sheikh,Égypte, l'African Business Roundtable a organisé un événement parallèle le jeudi 10 novembre 2022, au pavillon nigérien.
Bolloré Africa Logistics signe le contrat de concession du Terminal bois port de Douala
Bolloré Africa Logistics et le Port Autonome de Douala ont procédé à Douala, à la signature du contrat de concession du Terminal Bois du Port de Douala (TBPD).
African Business Roundtable holds event alongside COP27 for Africa's climate goals
On the occasion of the 27th United Nations Conference of Parties on Climate Change (COP27) that took place in Sharm El Sheihk, Egypt, the African Business Roundtable organised a side event on Thursday, 10 November, 2022, at the Nigerian Pavilion.
African Business Roundtable, Nigeria organisent un forum qui permet de récolter plus de $2 milliards d'investissements au Nigeria.
L'African Business Roundtable, en partenariat avec le gouvernement fédéral du Nigeria, a accueilli le Nigeria International Partnership Forum à New York, en marge de l'Assemblée générale des Nations unies.
African Business Roundtable, Nigerian Government host forum that rakes in over $2b investments into Nigeria
The African Business Roundtable in partnership with the Federal Government of Nigeria hosted the Nigeria International Partnership Forum in New York, in the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.
Unlocking the Future of African Mining at the Mining Indaba 2023
Investing in African Mining Indaba the world's largest gathering of the most influential stakeholders in the African mining industry, is gearing up to again deliver a record-breaking event that will facilitate greater investment into African mining.
Radisson Hotel Group continues to strengthen its presence in Africa
Radisson Hotel Group plans to strengthen its already impressive presence in Africa. The Group has ambitious plans to reach 150 hotels and 25,000 rooms within the next five years across the continent, making Africa a key region for growth.
African Business Roundtable sends one message to the African Youth: Welcome to the Board
Thirty-two years since inception, the ABR is keeping with the times in every way possible. It's latest move in this direction is the direct and immediate inclusion of the youth into its board membership.
Ouverture du premier magasin Winpart by CFAO en République démocratique du Congo
La RDC rejoint ainsi le réseau Winpart by CFAO dédié à la vente de pièces détachées et produits à un prix abordable pour l’entretien et la réparation de véhicules multimarques.
African Business Roundtable et Afreximbank concluent un séminaire sur la préparation des investisseurs
L'African Business Roundtable (ABR), la principale association africaine de chefs d'entreprise et de dirigeants d'entreprise à l'échelle du continent, a conclu son cours de maître en ligne gratuit destiné à la communauté des affaires et visant à améliorer les compétences en matière de préparation de projets afin d'attirer l'intérêt des investisseurs.
African Business Roundtable, Afreximbank conclude masterclass webinar for investor preparation
The African Business Roundtable (ABR), Africa’s foremost and continent-wide association of business and business leaders has concluded its free-to-attend webinar masterclass directed at the business community and with the purpose of sharpening project preparation skills to attract investor interest.
[Chronique] Goodie M. Ibru: Ce que l'AfCFTA apporte à l'Afrique
La configuration du continent Africain en matière de commerce et d'investissement est une histoire de promesses et d'opportunités manquées. Avec une population de plus de 1.2 milliard d'habitants, l'Afrique constitue un marché énorme et prometteur.
Accords autour de la phase 2 du complexe industrialo-portuaire de Kribi
Le Port Autonome de Kribi (PAK) et Kribi Conteneurs Terminal (KCT) ont procédé à la signature d’un avenant à la convention de concession du terminal à conteneurs du Port en eaux profondes de Kribi.
Bolloré Transport & Logistics Côte d'Ivoire acquiert la simulateur dédié à la formation des métiers portuaires
Bolloré Transport & Logistics Côte d’Ivoire annonce avoir fait l’acquisition de son tout premier simulateur de conduite qui sera mis à la disposition de son centre de formation portuaire panafricain (CFPP) situé à Abidjan.
Turkish firm to build three luxury hotels in Rwanda
Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente receives Ferit Şahenk, the chairman of Doğuş Group, who is currently in the country to look for potential areas of investment, in Kigali, Şahenk announced that Rwanda will be their headquarters with plans to grow further to other African countries in the future.
L'African Business Roundtable et Afreximbank organisent un séminaire en ligne gratuit le 28 septembre
Dans la continuité de la série de webinaires qui s'est déroulée tout au long de l'année, l'African Business Roundtable et la Banque africaine d'import-export (Afreximbank) vont organiser un autre webinaire sur le renforcement des capacités et la préparation des investisseurs.
African Business Roundtable, Afreximbank organize free webinar masterclass, September 28
In continuation of the series of webinars that has been ongoing throughout the year, the African Business Roundtable and the African Import Export Bank (Afreximbank) are set to hold yet another webinar on capacity building and investor preparation.
Le port d’Abidjan entame sa phase finale
Le projet de construction du deuxième terminal à conteneurs du port d’Abidjan entame sa phase finale avec la réception de 6 portiques de quai et 7 portiques de parc
The African Business Roundtable welcomes new members to its organization
Individuals and businesses join the African Business Roundtable for numerous reasons, and the organization’s objectives have been carefully designed to serve them.
La direction de l'ABR applique des méthodes modernes pour atteindre les objectifs fondateurs
Comme les jeunes organisations de tous les secteurs en témoigneront, les premiers défis sont comme des tests qui interrogent l'engagement d'une personne envers la vision.
ABR Leadership enforces modern methods to achieve founding objectives
As young organizations across any industry will bear witness to, first-time challenges are like tests that interrogate one’s commitment to vision.
Moroni Terminal s'engage dans un programme d'investissements de 5 milliards de francs comoriens
L’Union des Comores et Moroni Terminal ont procédé à la signature de l’avenant à la convention de concession du terminal à conteneurs du Port de Moroni.
La stratégie de l'African Business Roundtable pour l'avenir (Pt III) - Équilibre entre les sexes à la table
Quand on y regarde de plus près, il devient clair que les femmes d'affaires et les entrepreneurs Africains ont toujours joué à l'avant-garde de l'entrepreneuriat en Afrique. Malheureusement, leurs contributions ont été largement diminuées par des stéréotypes et des récits inexacts.
The African Business Roundtable's strategy for the future (Pt III) – Gender balance at the Table
When one takes a closer look, it becomes clear that African businesswomen and entrepreneurs have always played at the forefront of entrepreneurship in Africa. Regrettably their contributions have largely been diminished by stereotypes and inaccurate narratives.
The African Business Roundtable Project Preparation Masterclass Free Webinar, July 27
After discussions with a variety of advisory and investment institutions, and to further attract investment to projects, the African Business Roundtable Secretariat in association with Afreximbank has designed the “Project Preparation Masterclass”.
La stratégie de l'African Business Roundtable pour l'avenir (Pt I) - L'inclusion et l'autonomisation des jeunes
La croyance populaire veut que le monde des affaires soit un monde d'hommes. Dans le passé, les femmes jouaient un rôle de soutien dans les affaires, tandis que les jeunes et les femmes qui prenaient des mesures significatives dans le domaine des affaires étaient presque inexistants.
African Business Roundtable's strategy for the future (Pt I) – Youth inclusion and empowerment
It has been popularly believed that the world of business is a world of men. In the past women played a supportive role in business affairs, while young people and women taking meaningful business strides were almost non-existent.
L'African Business Roundtable promeut le commerce Africain lors de la Journée annuelle de l'Afrique de la SABC
L'African Business Roundtable a participé en tant que partenaire institutionnel et sponsor à la 10e Journée annuelle de l'Afrique du Swiss African Business Circle 2022 à Baden en Suisse.
The African Business Roundtable promotes African trade at SABC Annual Africa Day
The African Business Roundtable participated as an institutional partner and sponsor at the Swiss African Business Circle 10th Annual Africa Day 2022 in Baden Switzerland.
African Business Roundtable nomme Africa Influencer Agency comme partenaire RP
L'African Business Roundtable a choisi la maison de médias Africa Influencer Agency pour être responsable de ses campagnes marketing et médiatiques.
African Business Roundtable appoints Africa Influencer Agency as PR partner
The African Business Roundtable has chosen media house Africa Influencer Agency to be responsible for its marketing and media campaigns.
[South Africa] Discovery announces secondary listing on A2X
Discovery Limited has been approved for a secondary listing on A2X Markets and its shares will be available for trade on A2X from 4 July 2022.
Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) returns to Morocco
The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) will return as an in-person event in 2022, taking place on 2 – 4 November, at the luxurious Fairmont Taghazout Bay.
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COLUMNS.
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[Column] Stephen Bottger: The power of data analytics to revolutionise public safety
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INTERVIEWS.
[Interview] Chester Wisniewski, Director of Global Field CTO, Sophos
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[Interview]: Daniel Otu, Koa’s Production and Operations Director & the factory project lead
Daniel Otu, Koa’s Production and Operations Director & the factory project lead, touched on the challenges faced, the importance of sustainability, the role of local culture, and the lessons that shaped Koa’s future vision … read full interview here
[Interview] Oluwole Eweje, CEO-WATT Renewables Corporation
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