insert_link APO InternationalHow Customer Experience Management Summit (CEM) Africa, the continent’s leading CX Summit signals the next wave of customer experience innovation Customer expectations are evolving, and businesses must keep pace to stay competitive. The Customer Experience Africa Summit (CEM), hosted by Vuka Group (www.WeAreVUKA.com) on 12 – 14 August 2025 at Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town, is set to be a defining moment for the industry. CEM Africa is where customer experience leaders meet to explore industry shifts, solve pressing CX challenges, and innovate solutions that create measurable business […] today31 July, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalExxonMobil Partners with African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 as Diamond Sponsor – Showcasing Major Investments, Youth Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Africa Initiatives, and Highlighting Women in Energy As a Diamond Sponsor at AEW, ExxonMobil reaffirms its long-standing commitment to Africa’s energy future through ambitious new investments, frontier exploration and impactful educational programs. The company will take a central role in shaping dialogue on the continent’s upstream outlook, LNG development and the transition to more inclusive energy systems. As the world’s largest publicly listed, private integrated energy company, ExxonMobil continues to be a leader in the frontier exploration […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalMerck Foundation Health Media Training provided for African Media to raise awareness about Breaking Infertility Stigma and Supporting Girl Education during the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative – MFFLI Summit Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025, in presence of Merck Foundation CEO, Dr. Rasha Kelej and African&Asian First Ladies, who are the Ambassadors of “Merck Foundation More Than a Mother”. During the Summit, Merck Foundation Health Media Training session was also conducted on Day 2, for African journalists, to emphasize on the […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalMining Elites in Africa 2026: It’s time to have your say Do you know of a project, company or individual that making a difference in African mining? Nominations are now open for Mining Elites in Africa 2026. Every year Mining Elites in Africa recognises those companies and individuals who go above and beyond to ensure responsible and sustainable mining on the continent. Whether it is through financial contributions to countries and communities, protecting the environment or socio-economic development initiatives, they are […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalSouth Africa: National Council of Provinces Passes Two Bills The National Council of Provinces (NCOP) passed the 2025 Appropriation Bill and the Eskom Debt Relief Amendment Bill during its plenary sitting held today. The Appropriation Bill is a key part of the national budget. It outlines how government funds will be allocated among various departments. Section 27(1) of the Public Finance Management Act requires the Minister of Finance to table the annual budget for a financial year in the […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalParliament demands better publicity for African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament Parliament has raised concerns over the limited publicity as Uganda readies to host the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) which kicks off on Saturday, 02 August 2025. Legislators raised the concerns during debate on a statement by the Minister of State for Sports, Hon. Peter Ogwang on Wednesday, 30 July 2025. Members of Parliament praised the infrastructural progress but voiced frustration over the delayed and underwhelming promotion of the tournament. […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalGhana: Finance Minister Inaugurates National Asset Management Working Committee The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has inaugurated a National Asset Management Working Committee with a mandate to identify, account for, and ensure the proper management of Ghana’s public assets. Speaking at the ceremony in Accra, Dr. Forson highlighted the absence of a comprehensive State Assets Register as a major gap in public financial management. He called for urgent steps to reverse years of neglect, misuse, and unlawful […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalPresident Museveni bids farewell to outgoing Irish Ambassador President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today bid farewell to the outgoing Ambassador of Ireland to Uganda, H.E. Kevin Colgan at State House, Entebbe. During the meeting, President Museveni commended the Ambassador for his diplomatic service and Ireland’s longstanding partnership with Uganda. “I am very happy to meet you and thank you for your good service. I wish you good luck in your next posting,” he said. Ambassador Colgan first served […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalSpeaker Among rallies Members of Parliament (MP)s to prioritise efficiency in final session The Speaker, Anita Among has urged Members of Parliament to commit to efficiency and productivity as the 11th Parliament enters its fifth and final session. Addressing the plenary sitting on Wednesday, 30 July 2025, Speaker Among expressed concern over the low attendance. “I want to welcome you to this afternoon's sitting. I get surprised when the seats are empty. We have not yet reached September. So when we reach […] today30 July, 2025