Developing this infrastructure requires the right kind of vision, which Nigeria already has in place As the executive chairman of the African Energy Chamber (AEC), it’s my honor and my privilege to tell the world the story of Africa’s oil and gas industry – to explain what this continent can do to help power the world and fuel its own future. But it’s also my mission to talk about African energy poverty and to explain why this continent needs better access to energy now in order to illuminate its own…
Year: 2022
M.anifest featured on World Cup song dedicated to African fans
Ghanaian Hip-Hop star, M.anifest has been featured on “On Y Est” (We Made It), a World Cup song dedicated to fans of the African nations at this year’s mundial being held in Qatar. The song is produced by International French footballer and ex PSG striker star Guillaume Hoarau and Mathéo Techer known for his collaboration with Quincy Jones’ label in the US. M.anifest joined a lineup of top regional artists namely, Shingai (Zimbabwe), Bass Thioung (Senegal) and Samuel Makanzi (Rwanda/Congo DRC) to perform the song in regional languages: English and…
Cristiano Ronaldo split with Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo split with Manchester United. The two parties arrived at a mutual agreement to sever their contract less than a week after the football superstar publicly criticized the club. In other sports drama, Saudi Arabia claimed a historic victory over football powerhouse Argentina and declared a public holiday Credit(Quartz Daily Brief)
Climate shocks to drive millions of Ghanaians into poverty – IFC calls for more action.
A report from the World Bank paper estimates that, globally, up to 132 million people will be pushed into extreme poverty by climate change by 2030. In Ghana, the just released Ghana Country Climate and Development Report estimates that at least one million more Ghanaians could fall into poverty due to climate shocks, if urgent climate actions were not taken. The report highlighted that incomes could reduce by up to 40 per cent for poor households by 2050 due to climate shocks. Speaking at the launch of Rules for Green…
Maize will be added to the PFJ market next week – Agric Ministry.
The press secretary of the Minister of Agriculture, Alhassan Ridwan says the Ministry has considered adding maize to the Planting for Food and Jobs (PFJ) market. Speaking in an interview on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Monday, Alhassan Ridwan said maize will be on the market by next week. “The plan to introduce maize is on the line. It is seriously being considered. By next week when the consignment moves from Techiman to Accra, you would find maize in there,” he said. He added that other foodstuffs that go onto the…
Conference of the Parties (COP27): Africa’s time to shine?
S-RM’s Strategic Intelligence practice explores the realities of Africa’s energy transition and the risks and opportunities that lie ahead in the wake of COP27 in Egypt LONDON, United Kingdom, November 21, 2022/ — Described as the ‘African COP’, the recently concluded COP27 held in Egypt’s Sharm el Sheikh region (6 – 18 November) was set to shine a spotlight on Africa’s role in the energy transition. Africa finds itself in a unique position when it comes to the climate crisis. Despite being responsible for only three to seven percent (http://bit.ly/3V4bhiO)…
Fund a Budding Entrepreneur
by Junior Achievement (JA) Africa Summary The “Fund a Budding Entrepreneur” Campaign supports the provision of entrepreneurship training, seed funding and micro grants for young entrepreneurs in JA programs across Africa. By offering our students a diverse array of programs, opportunities and resources, we are developing a generation of well-rounded and inspired leaders who are equipped with the skillsets and mindset to build thriving communities. Help us raise $100,000 to fund 100 entrepreneurs to foster job creation and innovation. $100,000 total goal $99,990 remaining 1 donor 0 monthly donors 18 days…
African Management Institute (AMI) launches AMI Enterprise for workplace and workforce learning
Asha Mweru Mbowa promoted to lead AMI Enterprise as Managing Director NAIROBI, Kenya, November 21, 2022/ — The African Management Institute (AMI) (www.AfricanManagers.org), the continent’s leading business learning company has announced the launch of AMI Enterprise (https://bit.ly/3UVXTNR), a new division dedicated to boosting workplace and professional skills for growth-stage and established companies. The new division leverages AMI’s long-standing position in the continent’s training sector and its Africa-focused approach, proven to drive performance among leaders, managers, and Africa’s growing workforce. Kenya’s Asha Mweru Mbowa has been appointed as Managing Director of…
The Investment Paradigm Shift: Future Investment Opportunities to Foster Sustainable Economic Growth, Diversity and Prosperity
The Annual Investment meeting signed memorandums of understanding with organisations and companies in Indonesia on the sidelines of the B20 Summit, which was held on November 13-14, 2022, in Bali, Indonesia. It should be noted that the Business 20 (B20) is a platform emerging from the G20, which is concerned with communicating with the global business community. The Business 20 (B20) was established in 2010 to develop the necessary policy recommendations on previously identified topics and submit them to the G20 Presidency during the Summit. Mr Dawood Al Shezawi, Chairman…