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The historic train line linking the UAE and Israel among new infrastructure projects
The historic train line linking the UAE and Israel is among several agreed infrastructure projects following the Abraham Accords in 2020.
Africa stands to benefit from $1 trillion of investment into solar energy
A partnership between the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and Bloomberg Philanthropies to mobilize over $1 trillion worth of investment into the solar sector could see the continent become a global leader in green energy.
African Nations Descend on Dubai’s Expo 2020
Expo 2020 Dubai: every country on the African continent represented both individually and through a dedicated pavilion for the African Union.
Ory Okolloh’s Fascinating Career from Activist Blogger to Manager at Google
Ory Okolloh Mwangi might be one of the most well-known women on the internet, at least across Africa, gaining recognition for her creation of online platforms to monitor Kenyan politicians and map violence.
Music Streaming Service Anghami gets listed and moves to the UAE
Anghami is now the first Middle East Tech Company to be listed on NASDAQ, following its acquisition by a SPAC and pending relocation the United Arab Emirates.
Leaders
Ory Okolloh’s Fascinating Career from Activist Blogger to Manager at Google
Ory Okolloh Mwangi might be one of the most well-known women on the internet, at least across Africa, gaining recognition for her creation of online platforms to monitor Kenyan politicians and map violence.
David Adjaye unveils his latest work, the Princeton University Museum of Art
In late 2020 David Adjaye unveiled the face of the future Museum of Art at Princeton University in New Jersey.
Who are the three African champions highlighted in the BCG Tech Challengers report?
3 African technology companies have been identified in the Boston Consulting Group’s Tech Challengers report: Jumia, M-Pesa, Takealot.
Mashal Waqar: Beyond the Glass Ceiling
Mashal Aqar is another female leader breaking the glass ceiling and showing the way for the next generation of female leaders. In the last two decades, we have seen a dramatic and heartening increase in the number of women breaking through the corporate glass ceiling to take up top executive positions within many of the...
Politics
Realizing the digital potential of Africa requires a regional data governance framework
There is an urgent need for a data governance framework that is supported by institutions which can support development offering huge possibilities for the African continent.
A circular approach to the economy promises huge gains for Africa
With a circular economy, Africa could surpass the developed world in sustainability
African Nations Descend on Dubai’s Expo 2020
Expo 2020 Dubai: every country on the African continent represented both individually and through a dedicated pavilion for the African Union.
Controversy and Challenged for the African Development Bank
In recent years, many African countries and organizations have worked hard to move away from the veil of corruption that has shrouded the continent for decades. Exploitative systems left in place by former colonial governments have often been marked by nepotism and misuse of power. The most recent ‘scandal’ has just resulted in Dr Akinwumi...
Business
Video Games Thriving on the African Continent
In 2015, sub-Saharan Africa had approximately 77 million gamers, but in 2021 that number had shot up to 186 million, making Africa one of the fastest-growing in the world.
The Africa Tech Summit returns to Nairobi for its 4th Edition
In February 2022, the Africa Tech Summit returned to Nairobi with over 500 delegates, 150 guest speakers, and more than 350 companies, with the aim of bringing African Tech leaders and international players together across three key summits. February 2022 marks the 4th Africa Tech Summit On February 22nd and 23rd 2022, the Africa Tech...
Africa stands to benefit from $1 trillion of investment into solar energy
A partnership between the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and Bloomberg Philanthropies to mobilize over $1 trillion worth of investment into the solar sector could see the continent become a global leader in green energy.
Demand for Internet Growing, but Infrastructure lags Behind
the African continent needs an additional 700 data centers which will require collaboration between engineers, telecoms and organizations.