May 8, 2025

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Headlines African Business Stories Roundtable on Boosting Africa’s Growth Through Diaspora Investment

At this year’s World Bank Spring Meetings, global leaders and African changemakers came together for a powerful conversation on how to drive Africa’s economic growth by investing in African businesses. The event, hosted by African Business Stories (ABS), featured Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization, who gave anRead More

Apr 28, 2025

How Sports and Tourism Are Shaping Africa’s Future

In an episode of the podcast In the Valley, hosted by Ibrahim Sagna, Michaella Rugwizangoga shared a story that captures the spirit of today’s Africa, bold, collaborative, and full of potential. Michaella, Rwanda’s former Chief Tourism Officer, talked about how Rwanda is working to become a top sports tourismRead More

Apr 23, 2025

Africa Will Drive the Future Global Economy: Dr. Akinwumi Adesina 

At the 2025 edition of the World Government Summit (#WGS25), the President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), H.E. Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, delivered a bold and optimistic message that repositioned Africa as the global frontier for economic opportunity, innovation, and workforce growth. Speaking to a global audienceRead More

Apr 13, 2025

Sir Dr Emeka Offor Honoured As Vanguard Businessman of The Year

At the recently held Vanguard Personality of the Year Awards, one of Nigeria’s most prestigious honours ceremonies, Sir Dr. Emeka Offor was named Businessman of the Year 2024, a recognition that celebrates decades of visionary leadership, and transformative impact in business and philanthropy. A man of remarkable consistency and diligence, Sir Dr.Read More

Mar 28, 2025

Beyond Product Thinking-Building Infrastructure for Africa’s Future

Africa’s tech ecosystem, often centers around product development. Entrepreneurs and innovators frequently ask, “How do we build a product for Africa?” While this question is essential, it only scratches the surface of a more profound challenge: “How do we build the infrastructure that supports these products?”  The economic realitiesRead More

Jan 6, 2025

Tony Elumelu Foundation Launches SEED CAPITAL 2025: Empowering African Entrepreneurs with Upto $5,000 Grants, Training, and Mentorship

The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) a leading philanthropic organization is dedicated to empowering African entrepreneurs and fostering economic development across the continent. As part of its ongoing commitment to entrepreneurship, the foundation has launched the SEED CAPITAL 2025 initiative, which aims to provide support to emerging entrepreneurs inRead More

Dec 3, 2024

Culture Sonic: A New Podcast Explores The Afrobeat Phenomenon

The rhythmic pulse of Afrobeats has taken the world by storm, captivating audiences with its infectious energy and cultural significance. Now, a new podcast, Culture Sonic, is set to delve deep into the heart of this musical phenomenon. Hosted by the dynamic duo of Cheche Smith, media personalityRead More