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  By Jemimah Njuki , Director of the Women, Gender and Civil Society Department at the African Development Bank  (www.AfDB.org) and Ndey Oley Cole, senior program manager. The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign is an international campaign led by the United Nations to challenge violence against women and girls. From 25 November - 10 December, this year’s 16 Days campaign targets how to end digital violence against […]

  The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and Nedbank Group have signed a landmark deal to boost access to affordable housing in South Africa and strengthen trade across the continent. The financing package comprises two components: a ZAR 2.5 billion social bond investment in Nedbank Group Limited and a $60 million trade finance Risk Participation Agreement with Nedbank Limited of South Africa. Together, the initiatives aim to narrow Africa’s trade […]

  Enlit Africa (http://apo-opa.co/4s4ExXV) has released its 2026 programme, outlining a three-day agenda focused on policy, planning, technical implementation and investment across Africa’s power, energy and water sectors. Taking place from 19–21 May 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, Enlit Africa 2026 brings together 280+ expert speakers across nine specialised tracks, supported by CPD-accredited sessions, hands-on workshops and technical site visits. The programme is structured to address the […]

  Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as the new Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), in a move expected to reshape the country’s upstream oil and gas sector and boost investor confidence. As a seasoned professional with extensive experience, Eyesan is poised to implement the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), drive transparent licensing rounds and lead the NUPRC into a new era of […]

  The Lagos State Government, First Bank of Nigeria, Guinness Nigeria, The Address Homes, the Government of Sweden, Gobet247 and several other major organisations have thrown their weight as sponsors behind the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (https://AFRIMA.org), scheduled to hold from January 7 to 11, 2026, in Lagos. AFRIMA, in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC), unveiled its strong list of sponsors and partners, […]

  The Coca-Cola Company (www.Coca-ColaCompany.com) invites fans in South Africa to see the most coveted Trophy in the world ahead of FIFA World Cup 26™. The FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola will arrive in Johannesburg for two days on 30 and 31 January and Cape Town on 1 February, giving South African fans the chance to experience football's most desired prize, the FIFA World Cup™ Original Trophy. The FIFA […]

  KoçDigital (http://www.KocDigital.com), Türkiye’s pioneering technology company, continues to expand its vision of regional leadership by strengthening its presence across the MENA region. As part of this strategy, the company made a strong impact at Industrial Transformation Saudi Arabia | ITSA 2025, one of the region’s most prominent technology and industrial transformation events. During the exhibition, KoçDigital represented Türkiye while deepening its leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) across the Middle […]

  As the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 approaches, AliExpress (www.AliExpress.com), the global e-commerce marketplace by Alibaba International Digital Commerce, is calling all football enthusiasts across the continent to prepare for match day with a wide range of game-viewing gear, lifestyle products, and football essentials at affordable prices. Shoppers from many markets, including Morocco, Nigeria, Algeria, Kenya, Egypt, Ghana, South Africa and Uganda, can now enjoy tailored discounts and […]