- When it comes to controversial advertising campaigns, they usually don’t have to do with income taxes. But a short-lived campaign from enterprise software company Intuit, which makes TurboTax, crossed that line and raised the ire of accountants. Forbes’ Kelly Phillips Erb writes about the saga, in…
- The cricket hall of famers spoke to FORBES AFRICA about how international matches are a lot friendlier with more connections between players unified by a common love and passion for the sport. Getting two cricket legends in the same room is a feat, and when it’s a former batsman and bowler sharing…
- The 16th BRICS Summit commenced today in Kazan, Russia, uniting the leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, alongside new member states such as Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The summit’s agenda focuses on bolstering multilateralism and expanding the use of local…
- Topline An Aboriginal senator was escorted out of a parliamentary reception for King Charles III and his wife, Camila, in Australia on Monday, after yelling that he’d “committed genocide against our people” and demanding a treaty between British colonizers and Australia’s Indigenous people. Key…
- Do you think everyone should work at least one customer service or retail job in their life? Home Depot seems to think so. The retailer will now require all its in-office and remote corporate employees to work an eight-hour shift every quarter, according to an internal memo seen by Bloomberg.…
- Africa! It was the Formula 1 of political unrest, extremism, and democratic reversals, from 2020 – coups competing for attention, authoritarian powers vying for a podium finish and great-power competition clogging the tracks. The colosseum of Africa in the cauldron of discontent. Yet, U.S.…
- Calling all visionaries, risk-takers and young change-makers; FORBES AFRICA is all set to for the 2025 intake! For drawing up the continent’s most sought-after list of young leaders, we are on the quest for 30 of Africa’s brightest people under the age of 30 in the Business, Technology, Creatives,…
- The value of African art in the international market has reportedly more than doubled to $72 million. At various times in the latter-day stages of its chameleonic three-billion-year life, it’s been known as Epher, Ophir, Ham, Corphye, and Faraqa. It’s been Alkebulan: ‘the mother of mankind’. This…
- A Saudi payday may be harder to come by these days, but the Kingdom still boasts four of the 10 top-earning footballers, including a record-setting Cristiano Ronaldo. Ayear after Saudi Pro League clubs shelled out roughly $1 billion on transfers—an unprecedented wave of spending for a nation hardly…
- Topline Israel’s military on Thursday confirmed Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas whom the U.S. and Israel believe orchestrated the militant group’s attack on Israel last year, was killed in a strike in Gaza on Thursday. Key Facts Israeli Defense Forces said Sinwar was “eliminated,” after Israel’s…
- The 2024 general elections in Mozambique seems to have highlighted tensions between the ruling party’s revolutionary past and present-day challenges as allegations of irregularities cast a shadow over the vote. The 2024 general elections in Mozambique marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s…
- Topline Liam Payne, an English singer who rose to fame as a member of boy-band One Direction, died on Wednesday after falling from his hotel room in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Key Facts The Buenos Aires police issued a statement saying Payne fell from the third floor of the Casa Sur Hotel, in the…
- “We must all act in harmony to move our country forward and achieve the much-needed economic transformation. Indeed, our best years as a nation are truly within our reach. The will, courage, energy and faith we garner for our transformation will secure us the success we all desire to achieve,” says…
- With Mastercard for almost a quarter of a century now, is well-versed with the digital payments and financial services landscape. As the president of global enterprise growth, he divides his time between Dubai and London. Here, he imparts some of the learnings from his vast stints in the African…
- U.K.-based startup Hertility provides at-home hormone tests to help women assess their risk of fertility decline and make informed decisions about whether to consider treatment like IVF or egg-freezing. It wants to advertise its services on TikTok, which women use at higher rates than men. But it…
- Topline The once-highly anticipated fashion event and television ratings juggernaut, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, will take place in New York tonight for the first time since 2018, after the annual event went on a hiatus amid a series of controversies that rattled the lingerie brand and…
- It is a workplace reality that caring too much for your colleagues can hurt you. It is the essence of ‘compassion fatigue’, a increasingly common concern in workplaces all around us. Consider a librarian stacking books on a shelf designed to comfortably hold 20 volumes. Day by day, more books are…
- Boasting an abundance of natural resources, a young workforce, a growing middle class, and a government-incentivized investment climate, Ghana is positioned as a premier investment destination in Africa. For generations, Ghana’s mineral wealth flowed outward, with a stream of gold, manganese, and…
- In the pristine wilderness of Gabon are the majestic and gentle Western Lowland Gorillas. A firsthand report from our travel writer on what goes into habituating them. Sitting still in the forest with my tracker, we were awaiting the arrival of western low- land gorillas on their morning forage.…
- Topline Thirty pages of uncovered documents in a lawsuit against TikTok owner ByteDance suggest the company has aggressively pursued children’s use of its app despite knowing its widespread dangers including possible sexual exploitation, according to an exclusive NPR report, which confirms previous…
- In FORBES AFRICA’S inaugural list of Top CEOs in Africa’s biggest economy, the number-crunching corporate titans attest that in a country that has seen many highs and many historic lows, it’s all about capitalizing on the moment and turning impossible challenges into results-driven success.…
- One of the highlights of the last period has been the much-awaited debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Most people I spoke with were unanimous about the deftness and mastery with which Harris handled the questions. However, the debatable issue remains whether she will be able to edge…
- From soil to success, NARDI’s triumph has played a key role in the enhancement of Botswana’s agricultural renaissance. “Now is the time to invest in Botswana’s agricultural sector and partner with NARDI for impactful growth.” – Professor Julius R. Atlhopheng, CEO of NARDI (headshot provided) At the…
- In a world that demands rapid results, Professors Salim and Quarraisha Abdool Karim have spent decades proving that patience and persistence can save lives. Recognized as a collaborative force driving advancements in HIV prevention, they recently received the 2024 Lasker-Bloomberg Public Service…
- Publicly listed on the Botswana Stock Exchange, ABSA Bank Botswana is transforming Botswana’s digital banking sector and supporting the Southern African country to diversify its economy. “Botswana has maintained a triple-A rating in credit for many years, which many countries can only aspire to get…
- A leader in Botswana’s diamond industry, Debswana has fuelled national growth through smart mine solutions, 5G-ready operations, and significant community investments across its mining sites. “Over 55 years, we have not just mined diamonds, we’ve mined possibilities, and growth for the people of…
- “It’s going to be an exciting decade,” Maro Itoje, the captain of Saracens, a professional rugby club based in North London, says on a Friday afternoon Zoom call with FORBES AFRICA. Itoje, described by Forbes as “English rugby’s most dominant defensive player”, shares his vision for the next decade…
- The latest edition of the Forbes Global 2000 followed the same pattern: most international rankings focused on large companies and their leaders overlook operators from Francophone Africa, who are small players on the global scale. However, inspiring journeys of leaders heading powerful regional…
- Access Bank Botswana pioneers inclusive finance while empowering communities with innovative solutions. The bank drives sustainable growth, prioritizing trade, SMMEs, women’s banking, and social impact across the country. “The warm reception from the market and stakeholders is humbling yet…
- Topline An investigation by two Harvard students went viral Friday as they demonstrated how they used Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses to access the personal information of people on Harvard’s campus—including name, age, home address and phone number—raising significant security concerns about facial…
- In FORBES AFRICA’S inaugural list of Top Ceo’s in Africa’s biggest economy, the number-crunching corporate titans attest that in a country that has seen many highs and many historic lows, it’s all about capitalizing on the moment and turning impossible challenges into results-driven success.…
- Topline A year after Hamas attacked Israel, prompting a counterattack on Gaza and a regional conflict that recently bled into Lebanon, the death toll continues to grow, but remains uncertain amid discrepancies in figures reported by the Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry and logistical challenges in…
- Born and raised in Uganda, software engineer and rower Kathleen Noble has represented the East African country in the niche sport at two Olympic games. Those who did not know probably did a double take at the blonde-haired woman in Ugandan colors in her rowing boat at the Paris Olympics. But…
- On the morning of July 14, 1978, South African Kevin Anderson left Shakespeare beach in Dover for Cap Gris-Nez in France – a 32km stretch of water that’s physically and mentally demanding. Strong currents, unpredictable weather, jelly fish, icy cold water, and possible hypothermia were just some of…
- Topline College students who get short phone breaks during class periods score higher on tests and use their phones less during lectures, according to a new study, the newest research in a heated debate about cellphone use and its effects on students’ success. Key Facts The researchers used data…
- 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…
