- 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…
- In July 2022, a notice amendment to the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA) was introduced into law. It impacts every employer in the country, including those who engage the services of domestic workers and gardeners. Under an amended notice, the Compensation Fund…
- Mbongeni Buthelezi’s fascination with turning discarded materials into meaningful art is evident, and his creative sanctuary is a testament to his unwavering dedication. It is the middle of July in South Africa and everyone is dressed head to toe in full winter gear, including Mbongeni Buthelezi as…
- TOPLINE Israel and Hamas have reached a deal in which around 50 hostages being held by Hamas will be released to Israel, according to multiple reports, while fighting will pause for four days—marking the first major agreement between the two sides since Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack. KEY FACTS News of the…
- The achievement has garnered acclaim from industry insiders, including entertainers, who praise this triumph as a testament to the international success and growing influence of Afrobeats. At the 2023 Billboard Music Awards held on Sunday, Nigerian sensation Rema and global pop icon Selena Gomez…
- South Africans are always happy to welcome the summer season, but for the commercial agriculture sector, the transition to summer also ushers in some of the biggest natural risks that farmers face, causing billions of rands in losses every year. The South African hail season typically begins in…
- TOPLINE The Geminids meteor shower—which NASA calls one of the “best and most reliable” yearly meteor showers—returned on Sunday and is slated to run through December 24, with a peak in three weeks, though no equipment is required to see it. KEY FACTS The shower peaks between December 13 and…
- Exploring the rich history of the Luangwa Valley in Zambia and the role of chieftaincy in the political and social fabric of the country. Driving past a sign that said ‘Chief Kakumbi’s Own Palace’ every day for over a week inside the game management area of one of the premier wildlife conservation…
- Much has changed in the corporate world and business sector over the past three years, with the biggest trigger for the change being the Covid-19 pandemic. It altered the workplace dynamic and resulted in the introduction of hybrid work models. These have impacted the way business leaders engage…
- TOPLINE X Corporation will file a “thermonuclear” lawsuit against a media watchdog that claimed advertisements for several companies—including Apple and Disney, among others—appeared by antisemitic posts on X, Elon Musk said Saturday, following decisions from several major companies to pause ads on…
- Founder and creative director, Daniel Diyepriye has a goal in mind – to build a brand that will stand out amongst the rest. And while his start in the designer clothing business wasn’t conventional, he knows exactly where his journey is going to take him next. The African luxury fashion segment is…
- TOPLINE OpenAI—the company behind ChatGPT—is exploring ways for its popular generative artificial intelligence platform to be used in schools, according to Reuters, marking a new undertaking for the company that’s been criticized by some educators for enabling cheating. KEY FACTS Brad Lightcap,…
- The telecommunications landscape is thriving – well-nourished by the plentiful possibilities of diversification, digital transformation and fintech solutions. This much was evident as leading mobile money and fintech business CEOs gathered in a landmark session at Mastercard Collaborate to Innovate…
- In a gripping encounter that had cricket fans worldwide at the edge of their seats, South Africa’s spirited performance wasn’t enough to secure victory over a determined Australian side in the World Cup clash. Kolkata’s iconic Eden Gardens played host to an enthralling battle of cricketing titans…
- TOPLINE The Federal Aviation Administration on Wednesday granted a license to billionaire Elon Musk’s SpaceX for its highly anticipated second launch of its Starship rocket, clearing the way for a test flight as soon as this week, after more than six months being grounded since its previous launch…
- Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming companies and economies worldwide, including in Africa. Data is an essential component in the training of AI systems. Unfortunately, the lack of accurate, high-quality data is a significant impediment in Africa. Synthetic data, or data generated by a…
- TOPLINE Israeli forces raided the Al-Shifa Hospital complex in Gaza—the enclave’s largest medical facility—early Wednesday, in what they described as a “precise and targeted operation” against Hamas, a day after UN officials raised alarm about the deteriorating conditions at the hospital. KEY FACTS…
- Young African football stars are embracing the opportunity presented by Major League Soccer in North America as a stepping stone to the best clubs in Europe. FORBES AFRICA was in St Louis in Missouri in the United States for these exclusive interviews, and the numbers are big. The recent arrival of…
- TOPLINE Pfizer shares tumbled again Monday, continuing the pharmaceutical giant’s struggles tied to declining demand for its Covid-19 products and essentially wiping out the entirety of the firm’s peak pandemic gains. KEY FACTS Pfizer stock slipped 1.6% to $28.96, closing at its lowest share price…
- In the realm where technology meets creativity, a revolution is unraveling in Nigeria’s blooming art scene. The surge in cryptocurrency and emergence of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) are seeing artists scale new heights online. Digital artists are in great demand today, faced with an expansive canvas…
- TOPLINE The war between Israel and Hamas has continued for more than a month, laying waste to the Gaza Strip, killing thousands and displacing many more in the region as the conflict appears likely to continue for some time. KEY FACTS 1.5 million: That’s how many people in Gaza have been internally…
- Dubai’s ambition to become one of the world’s top three cities was further attested at the Dubai Business Forum on November 1 and 2 organized by Dubai Chambers, which operates six offices in Africa. The event saw several African entrepreneurs and policy-makers in attendance and deals signed between…
- An exhibition of contemporary African photography is on at the Tate Modern in London. This writer left not with a sense of a completed narrative, but with a feeling of energized possibility, and the rush of discovering fresh, reconfigured horizons. How to find the common in the uncommon, the…
- TOPLINE Greenpeace is facing a major new legal threat in the form of a $2.1 million lawsuit from oil giant Shell, multiple outlets reported Thursday, after the environmental advocacy group’s protestors occupied a floating oil platform in January in what one spokesperson called an “unlawful and…
- When you really take a moment to look back, it’s crazy to think just how much the world of work has changed in recent years. So many of the business processes that we used to do manually are now done at the touch of a button thanks to new and emerging digital technologies. And our […]
- Africa has the world’s youngest population but youth unemployment has reached alarming levels. With technology changing rapidly, where does hope lie in addressing the mismatch between skillsets and job market requirements on the continent? David Sokefun co-founded Codar Tech Africa in Lagos,…
- TOPLINE Adidas is considering writing off its remaining inventory of Yeezy merchandise, valued at $320 million by the company, chief executive Bjorn Gulden said Wednesday—as the German footwear firm separates from the brand designed by Kanye West, who lost his partnership with Adidas following a…
- The Covid-19 pandemic brought unprecedented change to many lives around the world but for a group of daredevils in Ghana, it sparked a passion to explore the world by road. The group of friends with wide-ranging interests and careers ranging from banking, education, technology and real estate, and…
- TOPLINE Nike this week added New Balance and Skechers to the list of athletic wear companies it says has stolen the “game-changing” patented Flyknit technology that Nike claims it spent more than a decade developing in order to cut down on waste while making lightweight yet supportive running shoes…
- In anticipation of COP28 – the United National Climate Change Conference – which takes place later this month, we speak to food and beverage conglomerate, PepsiCo about the significance of the conference, and how the company is tackling its climate change goals. Multinationals worldwide have begun…
- From therapy and peer groups to vulnerability and psychedelic drugs, entrepreneurs open up about their strategies for dealing with mental health challenges. Jason Gardner, the founder and CEO of payment processing startup Marqeta, was going through another bout of depression. It was early 2016, and…
