South African-born medical entrepreneur Dr Patrick Soon-Shiong has emerged as one of the most influential figures in global biotechnology, turning decades of scientific innovation into multibillion-rand success while maintaining strong ties to his country of birth. Soon-Shiong is the founder…
Dangote Industries Limited has appointed respected economist and former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Director, Dr Mahmud Hassan, as its new Group Chief Economist, reinforcing the Group’s economic advisory strength amid growing global and domestic market uncertainties. In a statement…
A landmark fisheries initiative funded by the African Development Bank Group is reshaping economies and strengthening food security across Southern Africa, with nearly three million people benefiting from better governance, new jobs, and a thriving cross-border fish trade. The Program for…
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…
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…
Senegal has taken a decisive step toward improving its business environment with the adoption of the 2025 Investment Code, a landmark reform passed by the National Assembly. The move reaffirms the country’s ambition to strengthen its position as one of…
Ethiopia’s push for domestic production self-sufficiency took center stage as the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration formally inaugurated the second annual Trade Week, themed “Buy Ethiopian.” The high-profile event was officially opened in Addis Ababa in the presence of…
African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretary-General Wamkele Mene has urged South Africa to accelerate its focus on African markets, warning that ongoing trade uncertainty with the United States makes diversification essential. Speaking in an interview with SABC News on…
At the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos, World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala delivered a compelling message: the perceived conflict between trade, climate action, and prosperity is a false dilemma. With this year’s theme, Reimagining Growth, world…
Deputy President Paul Mashatile meets Russia’s PM to deepen SA–Russia trade, energy, and investment ties during high-level visit to Moscow. In a move aimed at reinforcing diplomatic and economic ties, South Africa’s Deputy President Paul Mashatile met with Russian Prime…