- Topline Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascón has said his office will review the case of Lyle and Erik Menendez, convicted of murder for killing their parents in 1989, two weeks after Netflix released the controversial Ryan Murphy series “Monsters” that has been slammed for its inclusion of…
- Penresa had an insightful conversation with His Excellency Dr. Mokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe Masisi, President of the Republic of Botswana, discussing the nation’s unparalleled management of its diamond deposits, elevating it to an upper-middle-income status, and its commitment to sustainable energy,…
- Cornerstone Developments is transforming Ghana’s real estate with energy-efficient, high-end residential properties. “Ghana is a very safe place to be, and investing in Cornerstone Developments is a great investment for anyone looking to bring their money into a thriving, emerging market.” Joe…
- “Our commitment is to respond to emerging dynamics, one of which is opening up the economy for fair competition.” H.E. DR. Mokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe, President of Botswana The 1960s marked a turning point in Botswana’s history as the country discovered diamonds that would make it one of Africa’s…
- Last year, FORBES AFRICA featured inspiring women in our first-ever ‘Over 30 Under 50’ list, celebrating those excelling in their 30s and 40s. From musicians and actors to business leaders and tech entrepreneurs, we highlighted a dynamic cross-section of female trailblazers, disruptors, and…
- The Bristol Zoo Project is set to evoke a sense of the dense forest and landscape of Equatorial Guinea. “Conservation zoos have a critical role to play in working with communities and connecting them with wildlife.” – Dr Justin Morris If you were looking for wildlife in the United Kingdom’s cool…
- South Africa’s first electric minibus taxi, eKamva, was unveiled at the Smarter Mobility Africa Summit in Johannesburg today. It was launched alongside an integrated electric vehicle (EV) business model and charging infrastructure called ‘flx EV’. The prototype electric minibus is a project by…
- Topline The Israeli Defense Forces said Iran fired rockets at Israel just before 1 p.m. EDT—news that comes after the U.S. said it believed Iran was preparing to “imminently” launch missile strikes against Israel, potentially escalating the war in the Middle East. Key Facts The IDF said Iran fired…
- Topline Crude oil prices rose again Wednesday as traders priced in heightened concerns about violence in the Middle East. Key Facts International benchmark Brent crude rose 2.7% to about $75.50 per barrel by midmorning, while U.S. benchmark West Texas Intermediate climbed 3% to $72 per barrel. That…
- As the world commemorates the 120th anniversary of the Phoenix Settlement and Mahatma Gandhi’s 155th birth anniversary, the settlement and his legacy remain powerful symbols of non-violent resistance and social justice. A new book and a special event mark this occasion. The Phoenix Settlement,…
- Dikembe Mutombo, the towering basketball legend renowned for his shot-blocking prowess and commitment to humanitarian work, has died at the age of 58, following a two-year battle with brain cancer, the National Basketball Association (NBA) announced on Monday. Born in the Democratic Republic of the…
- Topline The Israeli Defense Forces began “limited, localized, and targeted ground raids … in southern Lebanon” against Hezbollah targets and infrastructure Monday—escalating the conflict in the Middle East after Israel killed a number of Hezbollah leaders. Key Facts The IDF announced the raids “a…
- Have you found your niche? I received a lot of advice when I set up my company, but perhaps the most important consisted of just three words: Find Your Niche. Five years later, I’m still struggling to apply this principle. Interestingly though, so are most of the companies I deal with. So why is…
- A striking divide exists between urban and rural populations when it comes to healthcare access in Africa. While urban areas in countries like South Africa and Kenya have relatively well-developed healthcare systems, many rural areas across the continent are still underserved. Experts weigh in.…
- Topline Hezbollah confirmed Saturday its longtime leader Hassan Nasrallah—the target of Israel’s aerial bombardment on the group’s Beirut headquarters—was killed during the strike, a major victory for Israel but a further escalation in the conflict. Key Facts Nasrallah was killed in a large strike…
- Author and former professor, Abdulrazak Gurnah, scheduled to speak at the 2024 Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture at Wits University in South Africa, elaborates on the significance of leaving his home country when he was a teenager, and the importance of kindness and a shared humanity. Abdulrazak Gurnah…
- At its recent meeting, the committee increased the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 50 basis points from 26.75% to 27.25%, while also raising the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) for Deposit Money Banks from 45% to 50%, and for Merchant Banks from 14% to 16%. The Liquidity Ratio (LR) remains unchanged at 30…
- The great poet William Butler Yeats once said, “Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.” Yeats’ words could be viewed through the lens of societal impact – the impact of education on the world around us. Necessary in this pursuit are multilateral relationships that…
- The success of African athletes across multiple sports in the last decade has shone a spotlight on the potential of the continent for excellence. The commercial case is also clear. Africa is set for a sporting boom in the next decade that can be a significant driver of economic growth and social…
- Topline Hezbollah fired a missile at Tel Aviv on Wednesday—its deepest strike into Israeli territory and the latest sign of escalating tensions—which Israel’s military said it intercepted to prevent any damages or casualties. Key Facts Hezbollah said the ballistic missile fired at Tel Aviv was…
- Spatial computing isn’t here just yet but it’s coming and we need to be prepared. Globally-reputed tech futurist, Cathy Hackl, tells us more in an exclusive interview about the new hardware. The first time most people heard the term ‘spatial computing’ was when Apple unveiled its Vision Pro headset…
- Topline The Israeli military said Monday it completed a series of strikes targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon, reportedly killing at least 100 people and injuring more than 400 others in the deadliest day in Lebanon since fighting between Israel and the militant group began in October. Key Facts The…
- In an exclusive interview, Rulani Mokwena, the brand-new 37-year-old coach of the Wydad Casablanca club in Morocco, opens up about his early days and the difficulties and tragedies that shaped him to become one of South Africa’s most elite football stars. A chance occurrence at the age of 14 thrust…
- Xtalpi, a Shenzhen-based AI drug discovery company, saw its shares soar 108% on the Hong Kong stock exchange over the past week, boosting its market cap to $5.5 billion. The stock price rise comes on the back of Xtalpi’s sales growth and its more than $135 million deal with Chinese billionaire Zhu…
- President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the contentious Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Bill into law, sparking debate over its potential impact on mother-tongue education and school governance in the country. President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Bill into…
- With a diverse 20-year career in hospitality across multiple geographies including Africa, Amir Golbarg can tell you how locations you never knew existed can lend to rapturous storytelling, and he has many a tale to tell on the continent. We are in a sleek boardroom with glass windows overlooking…
- Topline The London-based department store Harrods said Thursday it is “utterly appalled” by allegations of sexual assault and rape against its former owner Mohamed Al Fayed, the late billionaire whose former employees outlined decades of alleged abuse in a new documentary. Key Facts More than 20…
- The only daughter of Walmart founder Sam Walton overtook French heiress Francoise Bettencourt Meyers on Wednesday morning. With Walmart stock at an all-time high, Alice Walton–the only daughter of the retail giant’s founder Sam Walton (d. 1992)–just became the world’s wealthiest woman for the first…
- Topline Equities soared globally Thursday as investors absorbed the Federal Reserve’s jumbo interest rate cut, though stocks’ bond market counterpart appears not to be sold on the Fed cut. Key Facts Shortly after market open, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.3% to a new record of 42,105, the…
- Google’s projections align with a previous study — the Google/IFC e-Conomy Africa 2020 report — which anticipates 167 million new mobile users in sub-Saharan Africa by 2025. This will bring the total number of mobile subscribers in the region to 623 million. A new report released by Google…
- Topline The Federal Reserve took the widely expected step Wednesday of announcing its first interest rate cut in years, a move that will have a major impact on the finances of Americans across the board, making borrowing cheaper, though the golden days of high-yield savings instruments may be over…
- Nigerian chef Tolulope Erogbogbo has made it his mission to introduce authentic cuisine from his home country to the world. He shares the next phase of his journey with FORBES AFRICA. In the luxurious ‘Members Only’ club of Soho House in Los Angeles (LA) in the U.S., Tolulope Erogbogbo, who goes by…
- Topline Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested Monday and pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges including sex trafficking and racketeering and will remain in custody until his trial, provoking a range of sharp reactions from rapper and longtime critic 50 Cent, and other celebrities in the hip-hop…
- Topline Larry Ellison, Oracle’s billionaire chairman, surpassed Amazon founder Jeff Bezos as the second-richest person in the world as Oracle’s shares surged again Monday. Key Facts Ellison—who holds roughly 40% of Oracle’s shares—has a net worth of about $206 billion as of around 2:45 p.m. EDT…
- In an exclusive interview with FORBES AFRICA from Seattle, Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, called for increased investments in nutrition to prevent child deaths, and expressed praise for the efforts being taken in primary healthcare by Nigeria and Ethiopia,…
- Refiloe Jane’s rise from unknown schoolgirl spotted at a talent competition to leading her country at a FIFA Women’s World Cup should serve as an inspiration to those who believe in the impossible dream. Jane has become one of the most iconic players in the Banyana Banyana side over the last decade…
- Topline Elon Musk, the billionaire owner of X, reacted to an apparent assassination attempt against former President Donald Sunday by saying no one was trying to kill either President Joe Biden or Vice President Kamala Harris, in a strongly-condemned post. Key Facts Musk reshared a post Sunday…
- Pravin Gordhan, the former South African Minister of Finance and a prominent figure in the fight against state capture, passed away today at the age of 75, following a short battle with cancer. His family in a statement issued this morning, said Gordhan “passed away peacefully in hospital…
- Topline Women with obesity and diabetes taking weight loss and diabetes drugs Mounjaro and Zepbound for over a year lost more weight than their male counterparts—but also experienced more nausea and vomiting, according to new research. Key Facts Researchers from Eli Lilly who tracked weight changes…
- Ghana and the Ivory Coast contribute a big chunk of the world’s chocolate. Yet, farmers here only earn around $1 a day. We profile entrepreneurs and chocolatiers determined to make sure the practice of cultivating cocoa prevails and it’s a sweet deal for the producers too. British author Roald Dahl…
- Topline Vice President Kamala Harris vaulted past President Donald Trump to become the bookmaker’s favorite to win the November election on Tuesday night, after a strong showing in the first presidential debate. Key Facts According to the Election Betting Odds tracker, which consolidates betting…
- Widely reported as contributing over $5 billion to the GDP in Africa, the continent’s film and audiovisual industries employ around five million people. Brimming with talent and original, quality content, Africa’s cinematic oeuvre is still being scripted. FORBES AFRICA raises the curtain on the…
- The former head of Rockwell Collins is ‘so competitive it’s scary’ says one industry insider, with a reputation for building a positive corporate culture and treating employees well. Wall Street wanted an outsider with engineering and manufacturing experience to be Boeing’s next CEO. The embattled…
- Do You Prefer AIOr The Personal Touch? Some Insights On How Africa’s Hotel Sector Is Set To Welcome A New Era Of Hospitality. Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the economic landscape and expected to boost global GDP by trillions of dollars in the coming years. It is one of the most…
- Topline Here’s the latest news about a global outbreak of H5N1 bird flu that started in 2020, and recently spread among cattle in U.S. states and marine mammals across the world, which health officials are closely monitoring and experts are concerned the virus could mutate and eventually spread to…
- Accolades aside, Kenyan actor-and-host-turned-producer, Sarah Hassan seems to see no limit as to what she can achieve. After discovering her love for performing at a very young age, she went on to join the cast of drama, Tahidi High, playing the role of Tanya. It earned her the award for Best…
- A new generation of writers, directors and technical crew is leading the charge to reshape how we tell and consume our own African stories across the MultiChoice Group platforms – and the storytelling charge is being led by women. “The desire for homegrown content is increasing exponentially,…
- Topline States with an overexposure to artificial light pollution—particularly at night—are linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study by scientists at Rush University Medical Center, the latest research to suggest people’s likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s may…
- When Danai Gurira returned to the United States (U.S.) at the age of 19 from Zimbabwe, she was acutely aware that something was lacking in the way African stories were being told. “This built up an outrage in me, so to speak, because I couldn’t see the African narrative told, in the United States,…
- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is currently in China for his second state visit, along with his participation in the Summit of The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) this week. This visit underscores a deepening of bilateral relations, focusing on trade negotiations, political…
