Africa
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The African Development Bank (AfDB) recently hosted a forum focused on leveraging the skills, wealth, and dynamism of the African diaspora for inclusive growth and sustainable development. The hybrid event, held December 1-2 in Abidjan, brought together academics and leaders of international institutions amidst challenging global economic conditions. Forum Focus and Key Themes The Development […]
The 57th Magical Kenya Open commenced at Karen Golf Club, with Njoroge Kibugu setting the pace for East African players. Several other golfers also positioned themselves well heading into the second round. Swedish golfer Niklas Lemke and South African Casey Jarvis emerged as the early leaders after the first round. East African Player Performances Njoroge […]
The recent G20 summit in South Africa yielded a commitment to “working for peace” in Ukraine and other conflicts, including those in Gaza, Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The gathering also reaffirmed the importance of United Nations and World Trade Organization reform, alongside efforts to address pressing global challenges. Specific Outcomes and Initiatives […]
The evolving economy, shaped by trends like artificial intelligence and climate change, necessitates a fundamental shift in how skills are developed and funded. The scale of change required is significant, impacting not only the skills themselves but also the entire system that delivers them. Demand-Responsive and Adaptive Skilling Skilling systems need to become more responsive […]
The Madina-Adenta-Abokobi Secretariat of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has condemned a recent violent attack on teachers at West Africa Senior High School. The association is calling for swift justice and has directed teachers in the area to protest the incident. The incident occurred on Friday, February 13, and involved students from Frafraha […]
Livestock producers in southern Africa are adapting to climate change in complex ways, particularly on redistributed farms, according to a recent report from the Institute of Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) at the University of the Western Cape in South Africa. The study examines strategies employed by small- and medium-scale livestock producers in Zimbabwe […]
Patrice Motsepe, President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has stated the organization’s goal is to develop East Africa into a leading football region on the continent. This ambition was highlighted in connection with the decision to award the hosting rights for the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2027 to Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. […]
African governments are demonstrating increased strategic confidence as they navigate the growing geopolitical competition for critical raw materials. Despite reaffirmed commitments at the AU-EU Summit in Luanda in November 2025, European initiatives are facing challenges in keeping pace with offers from China, the Gulf States, and the United States. African partners are seeking cooperation on […]
The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will proceed as scheduled in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, according to the Confederation of African Football (CAF). Recent reports suggesting a potential postponement to 2028 have been dismissed. CAF President Patrice Motsepe addressed media speculation following a CAF Executive Committee meeting in Dar es Salaam, reaffirming the commitment to […]
Pictet, a privately owned wealth manager, has received regulatory approval to establish a representative office in South Africa. The move marks the firm’s first physical presence on the African continent. Assets Under Management Pictet managed 724 billion Swiss francs, approximately $942 billion, in assets at the end of 2024. The firm has a long-standing global […]