insert_link APO InternationalAfrican Union Summit: African Development Bank President Highlights a Decade of Economic Transformational Impact “It’s been my greatest honor to serve you and Africa”—Adesina tells African leaders Governments across Africa pay tribute to Adesina’s exceptional leadership UN Secretary General Guterres says global financial architecture hampering Africa’s development, calls for reforms African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org/en) President Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, delivered a compelling farewell address to Heads of State and Government at the 38th African Union Summit, highlighting a decade of remarkable achievements by […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalCongo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 to Position Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) as a Catalyst for Gas Monetization The inaugural Congo Energy&Investment Forum (CEIF) will feature a Hallmark Celebration of FLNG session, dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating the remarkable advancements in FLNG technology and its domestic application within the Republic of Congo. The session is designed to underscore the nation's progress in harnessing FLNG solutions to bolster its energy infrastructure and economy. Attendees can anticipate in-depth analyses of current projects, insights into future initiatives and evaluations of the […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalInformation Technology (IT) Leaders Forum 2025: Shaping the Future of Business and Technology in Africa IT News Africa (www.ITNewsAfrica.com) is proud to announce the IT Leaders Forum (https://apo-opa.co/4i6nrTX) 2025, a premier gathering of top technology and information industry experts. The event is set to take place on March 12, 2025, at the Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel in Sandton. As organizations grapple with technology skills gaps, economic uncertainty, and ESG compliance mandates, IT leaders are increasingly turning to technology-driven solutions to enhance efficiency, streamline processes, and drive profitability. […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalKirsty Coventry to launch “Let’s Talk to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Presidential Candidates” series on 24 February Zimbabwe's Kirsty Coventry is aiming to become the first female and first African to lead the 130-year-old International Olympic Committee. The 41-year-old former swimmer is the youngest among the seven candidates running to succeed Thomas Bach in the presidential election scheduled for 20 March at the 144th IOC Session in Greece. On Monday, 24 February, Coventry will be the first guest on “Let’s Talk to the IOC Presidential Candidates”, a […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalCongo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 to Feature Top Legal, Commercial Workforce Experts Working in close collaboration with oil and gas companies operating in the Republic of Congo’s hydrocarbons industry, pan-African legal and business advisory group CLG served as a key provider of commercial services for the acquisition of a number of operating fields by Trident Energy in January 2025. As part of the acquisition, Trident Energy acquired a 15.75% interest in the Lianzi Field, an 85% interest in the Nkosa and Nsoko […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalScottish Africa Business Association Launches SABA Briefings to Equip Scottish Businesses with Success in African Markets The Scottish Africa Business Association (SABA) (www.AfricaScot.com) is launching SABA Briefings, a new initiative designed to equip Scottish businesses with the tools, information and support to successfully enter and thrive in African markets. The SABA Briefings will also serve as a platform for African businesses to better understand and explore the expertise and innovation offered by Scottish companies. Since Africa presents vast opportunities across many sectors, SABA Briefings will be […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalInfrastructure Development in Africa’s Energy Sector: Opportunities for Growth and Investment Africa's energy sector presents significant opportunities for investment and growth through targeted infrastructure development. Despite the continent's abundant hydrocarbon resources, inadequate infrastructure has historically impeded efficient extraction, processing and distribution. Addressing these gaps can unlock substantial economic potential and meet the rising energy demands both within Africa and globally. As Africa continues to prioritize energy infrastructure development, this year’s Africa Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference – taking […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalInfobip recognized as a worldwide Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS) Leader by IDC MarketScape for the third time Global cloud communications platform Infobip (www.Infobip.com) has been named as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS) 2025 Vendor Assessment. This is the third time that Infobip has been named a Leader in this report. According to the report, “Infobip is a key player in the CPaaS market with a global footprint and strong capabilities underpinned by its broad portfolio for enterprises as well as […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalLocal Content Development in Africa’s Energy Sector: African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 to Outline Challenges, Opportunities and Best Practices As Africa’s energy sector expands, the need for productive local content policies has become critical for local job creation and value retention. Such policies catalyze growth of nationally owned companies while creating revenue-generating opportunities for local service firms by strengthening their contribution to the industry. African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies – taking place September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town – will show how well-crafted local content […] today18 February, 2025