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Business

Vodacom Boosts East Africa Footprint With R36 Billion Safaricom Stake Increase

Vodacom Group has taken a major step in strengthening its leadership in East Africa with a landmark R36 billion ($2.1 billion) transaction that will significantly increase its shareholding in Safaricom, one of Africa’s most influential telecommunications and fintech giants. The…

Published by ttybrandafrica
December 7, 2025

News

Uganda Secures Seat on UN Industrial Development Board for 2025–2027

Uganda has earned a place on the United Nations Industrial Development Organization’s (UNIDO) Industrial Development Board (IDB), strengthening the country’s voice in shaping global industrial policy for the next three years. The election was confirmed during the 21st UNIDO General…

Published by ttybrandafrica
December 7, 2025

Africa

Africa’s Most Stable Countries in 2025: Mauritius, Cape Verde, Liberia Lead ACIRI Rankings

The 2025 Africa Country Instability Risk Index (ACIRI), released by SBM Intelligence, has ranked the top 10 most stable countries in sub-Saharan Africa, offering a detailed assessment of political, economic, and security vulnerability across the continent. The index evaluates 48…

Published by ttybrandafrica
December 7, 2025

Brand Spotlight

How Bank Account Checks Are Helping South Africa Fight Payroll Fraud

Payroll fraud continues to drain billions from South African companies and the public sector, with new evidence showing that frequent checks on employee bank account details remain one of the most effective tools for detection. The Public Servants Association reports…

Published by ttybrandafrica
December 7, 2025

Business

Building Africa’s Next Industrial Frontier Through Sustainable Aviation Fuel–By Henok Teferra Shawl, Boeing managing director for Africa

Africa is emerging as a critical player in the global shift toward sustainable aviation, as experts highlight the continent’s potential to lead the next industrial frontier through the development of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). With aviation facing rising pressure to…

Published by ttybrandafrica
December 7, 2025

African Entrepreneurship

Build for the Long Term: Why African Entrepreneurs Must Play the Long Game

Too many entrepreneurs across the continent are fixated on short-term gains, chasing the next investment, sale, or viral trend. Experts warn that this mindset could be hindering the growth of sustainable businesses in Africa. “The problem with the world today…

Published by ttybrandafrica
December 7, 2025

News

Côte d’Ivoire Joins Arab Africa Trade Bridges Program to Boost Trade and Regional Integration

Côte d’Ivoire has officially become the newest member of the Arab Africa Trade Bridges (AATB) Program, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening economic ties with Arab and African nations and advancing regional integration initiatives. The Membership Agreement was signed during the…

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December 7, 2025

News

Cabo Verde Secures €17.7 Million AfDB Funding to Accelerate Public Sector Digitisation and Boost Economic Growth

The African Development Bank Group has approved a €17.71 million loan to drive Cabo Verde’s next phase of digital transformation, reinforcing the island nation’s push toward modern, transparent, and tech-enabled governance. The funding supports Phase II of the E-Governance and…

Published by ttybrandafrica
December 7, 2025

Industry News

African Development Bank Appoints Societe Generale to Lead Innovative Synthetic Securitization Platform at Africa Investment Forum 2025

In a move to boost sustainable finance across the continent, the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has appointed Societe Generale as Lead Advisor for its pioneering Multi-Originator Synthetic Securitization Platform (SST Platform). The agreement was formalized on November 26 during…

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December 7, 2025

News

Africa’s Private Sector Must Drive Economic Transformation, Say Ivorian PM and AfDB President

Ivorian Prime Minister Robert Mambé and African Development Bank (AfDB) President Dr. Sidi Ould Tah have urged Africa’s private sector to take a central role in the continent’s economic transformation, highlighting global trade disruptions as an opportunity to build resilience.…

Published by ttybrandafrica
October 2, 2025