- “We are not merely making policy, but are nurturing a legacy of boundless growth and shared prosperity under BeTA (Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda),” says Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary For Foreign Diaspora Affairs, Dr Musalia Mudavadi. Kenya, the largest economy in East…
- TOPLINE Researchers began testing a first-of-its-kind non-hormonal male birth control pill this week, a promising step for male contraceptive care as previous hormonal methods faced challenges like too many side effects and issues reducing sperm production. KEY FACTS Manufacturer YourChoice…
- IN OCTOBER 2023, WHEN AFREXIMBANK CELEBRATED ITS 3OTH ANNIVERSARY, IT ALSO MARKED PROF. BENEDICT O. ORAMAH’S ALMOST THREE-DECADE-OLD CAREER WITH THE BANK. AS ITS PRESIDENT SINCE 2015, HE HAS SPEARHEADED INITIATIVES TO PROMOTE, FACILITATE AND FINANCE INTRA-AFRICA AND EXTRA- AFRICA TRADE, IN THE…
- SOUTH AFRICA’S UNPRECEDENTED RECORD FOURTH RUGBY WORLD CUP WIN GOES FAR BEYOND SPORTING EXCELLENCE – IT WAS A STUDY IN FUTURE PLANNING, ORGANIZATION, LEADERSHIP AND MENTALITY. South Africa’s record fourth World Cup title was a seminal moment for the game in the country and highlighted the huge…
- The man behind the success of the The Real Housewives of Nairobi has an equally interesting story. Amidst the ever-changing landscape of entrepreneurship, Eugene Mbugua is a role model in Kenya, embarking on a journey that found its roots in the most unexpected of places — a high school canteen.…
- Is fashion a form of art? The question stirs debate, but there is no right or wrong answer. Art remains a form of expression and we portray ourselves by what we wear and also create as artists. This is how stories are told, spirits are lifted and people are inspired; the play of color, contrasts […]
- Susan Tusabe’s NGO in Uganda has grown to include over 600 children and 90 mothers, with activities expanding from static book clubs to a mobile library, menstrual and mental health education, leadership workshops, agricultural instruction, digital competency, and support for a boys’ football…
- Slaughterhouses in the landlocked African nation are up for an upgrade but what, if anything, stands in the way of meat production becoming an effective economic and development tool for the nation. FORBES AFRICA finds out At Chad’s newest and most modern slaughterhouse, precision is paramount as…
- TOPLINE “The Night Agent” was the most viewed title on Netflix during the first half of 2023, the company announced Tuesday, giving its first sweeping report on viewership numbers beyond its weekly Top 10 list following demands from viewers and Hollywood writers for more transparency. KEY FACTS “…
- One of South Africa’s most recognized voices with over 12 years in the music industry, 35-year-old multi-award winning singer and songwriter, Bulelwa Mkutukana, also known as Zahara, passed away on Monday. Zizi Kodwa, the country’s Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, confirmed the heartbreaking…
- When Kate Kallot turned on her microphone and boldly asserted that artificial intelligence (AI) for climate action should not be confined to the Global North, the room began to shift. Hers was a demonstration of a new form of activism and actionism deeply rooted in the ownership of homegrown…
- Agriculture represents one of Kenya’s largest industries. Over the decades, the mega-sector has shaped and formed to include some of the continent’s highest export volumes, with major crops making a name for the country in the global market. FORBES AFRICA takes a closer look as the country…
- Amidst growing speculation of his presidential ambitions, businessman and former activist Roger Jardine has unveiled his political platform, ‘Change Starts Now’, at a significant event in Johannesburg, signaling a new chapter in his career and a potential shift in the country’s political dynamics.…
- TOPLINE Teens are using social media at rates as high as ever, with the majority using YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram and nearly half of teens saying they are online “almost constantly,” though Snapchat slightly overtook Instagram this year, according to a new Pew Research Center survey of…
- Over our lifetime, we all come to believe that evolution creates the need for adaptation. Our planet has been through a series of major docu- mented evolutions over billions of years. Since this time-space journey sounds infinite, I will try and peg something relevant as a milestone, which was the…
- TOPLINE The International Olympic Committee on Friday confirmed that Russian and Belarusian citizens will be able to compete in the 2024 Olympics in Paris as individual neutral athletes, prohibited from sporting the flag or colors of their countries or backing the war in Ukraine—after some IOC…
- Former legal professional Kemi Lewis stepped into the unknown with a belief in herself and her vision. She tells FORBES AFRICA about her journey to becoming a beauty entrepreneur. It’s been around a decade since Kemi Lewis traded a thriving career in law to live out her childhood dream of making…
- The South African National Council of Provinces recently passed the National Health Insurance Bill, a major step toward universal healthcare. Awaiting President Ramaphosa’s nod, the bill has sparked debate among healthcare professionals, political parties, and the public, reflecting the…
- TOPLINE The first “Grand Theft Auto VI” trailer shattered the record for YouTube’s most-viewed trailer launch of all-time on Monday, according to YouTube, raking in more than 93 million views in 24 hours. KEY FACTS The GTA VI trailer, which was released prematurely by Rockstar Games due to a leak,…
- As business leaders, climate scientists and global leaders gathered at Expo City Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the 28th edition of the Conference of the Parties (COP) from November 30, the dialogues reflected the dire and drastic changes needed to combat the excesses of climate change…
- Asignificant wealth transfer is looming on the horizon, with Generation Z set to inherit a substantial portion of it, alongside Millennials, also known as Generation Y. These generational cohorts, shaped by their unique experiences and values, are already exerting a profound influence on the world…
- How’s this for irony? Slack, whose workplace messaging app has at some point prompted many employees to feel the tug of responding after hours, has a warning: People who feel obligated to work after hours also tend to be less productive. New survey data from Slack’s Workplace Lab, which queried…
- Research indicates that 70% of generational wealth gets depleted by the second generation, and 90% by the third. Standard Bank Wealth and Investment SA understands the importance of successful generational wealth transfer, and believes that it is vital to educate the next generation on the…
- In the early months of 2023, the ranks of the world’s most powerful women thinned. Between January and April, political leaders Sanna Marin, Jacinda Ardern and Nicola Sturgeon either lost or relinquished their jobs overseeing Finland, New Zealand and Scotland. Susan Wojcicki stepped down as YouTube…
- Nelson Mandela passed away on December 5 2013. A decade on, what has changed. Today marks a decade since the loss of Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s emblematic hero, anti-apartheid champion, and a figure of global reverence. Mandela’s passing, a moment of profound national and international mourning…
- In a world that’s witnessing an inspiring surge of leaders and change-makers, women are breaking barriers, pursuing dreams, and making their mark across diverse industries. As women continue to redefine their roles in the professional realm, the significance of mutual support and guidance can’t be…
- TOPLINE Global carbon emissions reached another record high in 2023—even after both the U.S. and E.U. cut fossil fuel emissions, according to a recently published study. KEY FACTS This year’s global carbon emissions from fossil fuels are projected to total 36.8 billion tonnes—a 1.1% rise from 2022…
- Finance is a crucial change agent in society, government, and technology. The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally altering the financial world. AI is a form of technology that confers intelligence on machines. In my 2013 book, Economic Modeling Using Artificial…
- There is no doubt that technology has transformed all aspects of our personal and business lives. The financial sector is one such area that has drastically changed, as clients access financial solutions in new ways. For individuals, as well as businesses, digital services have made financial…
- TOPLINE An uptick of mycoplasma pneumonia cases in children has caused outbreaks in Ohio, Massachusetts, China and Denmark, though officials say they aren’t connected or linked to a “new or novel” virus. KEY FACTS The illness is caused by a bacteria called “mycoplasma pneumoniae,” and results in…
- For many, the reality of raising a family is an arduous journey – and often a silent one. In recent years, there has been remarkable progress in the field of reproductive technologies. These technologies include medical procedures used primarily to address infertility. In fact, the global assisted…
- As South Africans continue to face the burden of power challenges, the adoption of solar photovoltaic (PV) solutions has reached unprecedented levels. While the PV energy solution has emerged as a robust leading technology for commerce, industry, and manufacturing, the financial burdens imposed are…
- “I seek a nation founded on justice, peace, prosperity for all, regardless of religion, region, ethnicity, and class,” H.E. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of Nigeria. A country with over 200 million people, Nigeria boasts a large consumer market and a thriving startup ecosystem. The West African…
- TOPLINE Hours after Elon Musk told companies to “go f***” themselves for pulling their advertisements from X over concerns about antisemitism—and called out Disney CEO Bob Iger by name—a group of right-wing users on the social media platform have called for Disney+ subscribers to cancel their…
- I attended the US-Africa Business Summit in July in Botswana, a country I have lived in in my youth, as a bachelor and then as a parent to boot. The kids were born in the country’s new and first private hospital, GPH, efficient and chic, way back in the 1990s. The conference center is equally […]
- TOPLINE Israel and Hamas on Thursday agreed to extend an ongoing temporary ceasefire by an additional day, just minutes before it was set to expire, a move that will allow for continued negotiations on the release of more hostages from Gaza in exchange for Palestinians held in Israeli prisons. KEY…
- In South Africa, a revolutionary method for dark matter search that is setting a new trajectory for future explorations. The quest to unravel the mysteries of dark matter has taken a significant turn with the latest research from the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in South Africa.…
- Traveling for work these days is not as simple as booking a flight, packing a suitcase and heading for the nearest airport lounge. With the price of airline tickets sky-rocketing and the cost of hotel rooms in the stratosphere, companies are encouraging employees to get better bang for their travel…
- The KCB unsecured check off loans (Unsecured Personal Loans) is a one-of-a-kind scheme where customers can borrow up to KES 8 million ($50,000), repayable over 96 months. This amount will be automatically deducted or checked off from the customers’ KCB account. Personal loans can provide funding…
- TOPLINE Shein, a China-based company that dominates the fast-fashion industry, has confidentially filed to go public, the Wall Street Journal and CNBC reported Monday. KEY FACTS Shein will be working with Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase and Morgan Stanley as underwriters on the offering, the Wall…
- The African Cup of Nations (AFCON), the continent’s most important international men’s association football competition, is less than two months away. FORBES AFRICA offers some insight into what one can expect in the build-up to this much-anticipated exhibition. Few times, if ever, has the favorite…
- Procter & Gamble (P&G), a global consumer goods company, recently celebrated the introduction of its new Pampers Premium Care production line in Kempton Park, located in the country’s Gauteng province. The inauguration event was held at its cutting-edge Pampers facility and P&G was…
- TOPLINE Israel released 39 Palestinians it was holding in its Ofer prison in the occupied West Bank on Friday as part of a deal for the release of Israeli hostages Hamas took during its Oct. 7 attack—the Palestinians released were mostly teenage boys and women, a vast majority had not yet been…
- A vision to enhance Nigeria’s power landscape and facilitate a transition to a more sustainable energy mix. In a strategic move in Abuja, Nigeria’s federal capital territory (FCT), the minister of power, Bayo Adelabu, held a meeting with Sun Africa LLC, a US-based renewable energy solutions…
- Analysts express concerns over the second postponement of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, crucial for interest rates, leading to uncertainties in the market. While investors began the week on a negative note, resulting in a 0.15% decrease in Nigeria’s…
- The Nairobi-based co-founder of Craydel, an online career guidance platform, speaks to FORBES AFRICA about its ambitions to democratize higher education and scale across Africa. But first, more on what sparked his entrepreneurial journey. Manish Sardana is in the midst of a busy day, opening yet…
- TOPLINE Two unnamed players from Netflix’s “Squid Game: The Challenge” are threatening to sue the streaming giant and the game show’s producers over claims they experienced hypothermia and nerve damage while shooting the show, according to Deadline, which cited British personal injuries firm…
- The strain is concerning for entrepreneurs who highlight the challenges posed by exchange rate volatility and call for sustainable solutions amid fluctuating policies and economic dynamics. The Nigerian naira is facing continuous strain on the foreign exchange (FX) market, reaching ₦1,145 per…
- The Himalayan Kingdom quietly spent millions building its own bitcoin mining operation. Now, using satellite imagery, Forbes has uncovered the secret locations of the world’s largest state-owned mines. Dozens of shipping containers lie hidden behind a hillside south of Thimphu, the Himalayan…
- South Africa’s National Assembly has voted in favor of suspending diplomatic relations with Israel, including closing its embassy, in response to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This significant political move reflects escalating tensions and calls for a ceasefire and peace negotiations. South Africa…