Month: September 2024

 Canon Europe (www.Canon-Europe.com) today announces the RF 28-70mm F2.8 IS STM, a constant aperture zoom lens, designed to be the ideal choice for those looking to unlock greater creativity and achieve higher quality images without compromising on portability. The new lightweight lens is the perfect step up for photographers wanting to upgrade their kit bag, enabling users to broaden their creative possibilities as well as elevating storytelling capabilities.  Designed for a […]

 The vibrant spirit of African fashion took centre stage at the inaugural Tranoï Tokyo trade show on September 4-5, where 10 exceptional fashion brands from across Africa and the diaspora showcased their designs as part of Afreximbank’s CANEX Presents Africa initiative (www.Afreximbank.com). Among the African brands that featured at Tranoï Tokyo are Vanhu Vamwe, a legacy brand from Zimbabwe that has created an ethical framework of luxury handcrafted heirlooms that […]

 The African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy conference has secured the endorsement of South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) for its 2024 edition, affirming the role of global energy diplomacy in shaping Africa’s energy future. DIRCO returns to AEW 2024 as a partner, following participation in last year’s event.   South Africa's energy sector stands at the crossroads of traditional reliance on coal and the exploration […]

 By NJ Ayuk, Chairman, African Energy Chamber (www.EnergyChamber.org). Ahead of the November 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (more commonly known as COP27) in Egypt, Dr. Benedict Oramah, president and chair of Afreximbank, authored a thoughtful and compelling commentary about the economic and social impact of divestment from the production of fossil fuels in Africa. With fossil fuel use creating 65% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, divestiture is at the […]

 In a recent development for Africa’s clean cooking landscape, the Global LPG Partnership (GLPGP) and the African Refiners&Distributors Association (ARDA) announced a $1.5 billion fund dedicated to supporting clean cooking initiatives across the continent. The fund aims to accelerate the adoption of LPG as a primary cooking fuel, addressing the urgent need to reduce the reliance on biomass, which remains prevalent across Africa. The GLPGP-ARDA fund will provide financing for […]

 Network International (Network) (www.Network.ae), the leading enabler of digital commerce across Africa and the Middle East, has announced that Zambian fintech and neobank, Lupiya, has appointed Network as their digital payments technology partner to launch a new debit card. The solution includes the launch of a debit card that is e-commerce enabled, together with 3D Secure and tokenization. This will help diversify Lupiya’s value proposition to include not only simplified […]

 Africa's energy finance landscape is seeing a surge in investment, driven largely by oil and gas developments, new offshore discoveries and favorable government policies. With over $110 billion set to be invested in energy across the continent this year, nearly $70 billion is allocated to fossil fuel projects, underscoring Africa’s continued focus on oil and gas as a vital part of its energy mix. In partnership with AFREXIM and S&P […]

 Maritime and energy firm China Bridge Energy is assessing project opportunities across Africa with a view to creating win-win collaborations and advancing the development of cost-effective oil and gas solutions. With experience in ship brokerage; financing and refinancing; ship building and conversion; and oil and gas projects, the company aims to use its Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) and financing solutions to address energy challenges and drive long-term economic growth. […]