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Delta Air Lines and Junior Achievement (JA) Africa have concluded the 2026 LEAD Camp, graduating 61 high-potential African girls and inducting them into the 10 Million African Girls (10MAG) community. The camp, held in Accra from March 2–8, marked International Women’s Day and focused on the theme “Give to Gain.” Participants represented Eswatini, Ghana, Nigeria, […]
President John Dramani Mahama addressed the Official Opening of the 2026 Judicial Year and the 20th Anniversary of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights in Arusha, Tanzania, on March 2. He emphasized the importance of African nations supporting one another and safeguarding the aspirations of future generations. Mahama highlighted progress in strengthening justice […]
The Hip Hop Caucus held a Grammy Mixer on January 31, bringing together artists and creatives to celebrate Grammy Week and foster community. The event took place amidst a vibrant atmosphere of hip-hop music and conversation. The Hip Hop Caucus Mission The Hip Hop Caucus is a nonprofit organization focused on engaging young people in […]
Phil Spencer is retiring as Microsoft Gaming CEO, and Sarah Bond is resigning from her position, marking a significant shift in leadership for Xbox. Asha Sharma, currently President of Microsoft’s CoreAI product, will take over as CEO. Leadership Changes at Microsoft Gaming Phil Spencer, who joined Microsoft as an intern in 1988 and has been […]
Several individuals with significant roles in the US business world have announced their departures following the release of Justice Department files pertaining to Jeffrey Epstein, a financier who died while facing sex abuse charges. These filings have prompted scrutiny of connections between Epstein and various prominent figures. Departures from Hyatt Hotels Thomas Pritzker has retired […]
The Murtala Muhammed International Lecture and Leadership Conference was held yesterday in Abuja, drawing past ECOWAS leaders and diplomats to discuss the challenges facing the African continent. The event commemorated the 50th anniversary of the late Head of State, Murtala Muhammed, and centered on the question, “Has Africa Come of Age?” Leadership and Succession Challenges […]
Makerere University hosted the First African Symposium on Natural Capital Accounting and Climate-Sensitive Macroeconomic Modelling on February 12-13. The symposium, themed “Climate-Sensitive Macroeconomics: Rethinking Growth in Africa’s Natural Resource Base,” brought together policymakers, researchers, and development partners. Vice Chancellor’s Address Makerere University Vice Chancellor Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe emphasized the need for African policymakers, researchers, and […]
The 2026 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, South Africa, has focused on the necessity for mining companies to reduce carbon emissions while maintaining competitiveness and attracting global investment. Discussions also addressed the challenges presented by evolving extraction methods. Technological Advancements and Sustainability Elsona van Huyssteen, Principal Researcher at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research […]
Authentic Interactions, also known as AI Inc., has announced the addition of four advisors to its leadership team. The company, an AI lab focused on creating hyper-realistic digital humans, aims to expand its reach and accelerate its mission with this strategic move. New Advisor Appointments Authentic Interactions has welcomed Adam Cheyer, co-founder of Siri; Tom […]
The Continental Energy and Infrastructure Investment Forum (CEIIF) convened in Lusaka this week, addressing the significant challenge of 600 million Africans lacking access to electricity. The forum brought together industry leaders, policymakers, financiers, and investors to explore investment opportunities within Africa’s energy and infrastructure sectors, with a focus on regional trade, economic integration, and industrialization. […]