APO International

 Geoff Thompson, renowned sports leader and community advocate, has returned to the University of East London (UEL) after a seven-year absence, following his controversial removal as Chair of the University and subsequent eviction of the Dame Mary Glen Haig Sport for Development for Peace Office from the University Campus. Geoff brought with him a powerful message of empowerment and action to the One Newham Conference. His return marks a significant […]

 The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) (www.ITFC-idb.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, and Mutual Trust Bank PLC (MTB) signed a Master Murabaha Agreement to strengthen trade finance support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and the private sector in Bangladesh.  The agreement will enable ITFC to provide trade financing facilities against Letters of Credit (LCs) issued by Mutual Trust Bank, enhancing the bank’s capacity to […]

 The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), launched by African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, has recorded a significant milestone in its journey towards enhancing financial integration and economic prosperity across Africa with the official launch of the platform by KCB Group in Kenya and Bank of Kigali in Rwanda. The launches, by the […]

 Africa.com (www.Africa.com) is excited to present Africa, Meet 7 Black Astronauts! The free, virtual event features seven Black NASA astronauts. Scheduled for March 18, 2025, this inspiring event invites students, educators, and curious minds from across Africa and beyond to hear firsthand from trailblazing astronauts who have made history in space exploration.  Co-hosted by Africa.com and the Student Sponsorship Programme (SSP), the event highlights the transformative power of STEM (Science, […]

 In a move to enhance digital security on the African continent, Kaspersky (www.Kaspersky.co.za) has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Smart Africa. This landmark agreement is set to drive collaborative efforts aimed at expanding cybersecurity capabilities throughout Africa. The partnership focuses on building essential cybersecurity skills via training programs, including those offered by the Kaspersky Academy (https://apo-opa.co/41r6HzS) — an international educational venture established in 2010 with a mission […]

 The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) will host an upcoming webinar – Exploration Hotspot: Focus on Namibia – in collaboration with Namibia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy and global energy research and consultancy firm Wood Mackenzie. The event will provide industry stakeholders with key insights into Namibia’s exploration opportunities, subsurface potential and the wider trends shaping the country’s energy sector. Scheduled for Thursday, 20 March the webinar will feature a […]

 In a significant move aimed at boosting industrial development across Africa, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) signed a US$450 million global credit facility with ARISE IIP, the leading pan-African developer and operator of world-class industrial parks. This financing will support the development of industrial parks and Special Economic Zones (SEZ), while also providing crucial trade finance support to businesses operating within the ARISE IIP ecosystem.  The US$ 450 million, granted […]

 The inaugural Mining in Motion Summit (MiningInMotionSummit.com) – Ghana’s premier event bringing together small-scale gold miners, policymakers and global partners – takes place under the theme Sustainable Mining&Local Growth – Leveraging Resources for Global Impact. Taking place from June 2–4, 2025, at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra, the event will feature high-level panel discussions, project showcases and exclusive networking opportunities, spotlighting lucrative prospects within Ghana’s mining sector. Global industry […]

  The Third Line: ICD and Turonbank announce a USD 30 million Islamic line of financing facility to bolster Uzbekistan's private sector development. Empowering Entrepreneurs: The new facility is designed to accelerate SME growth and foster economic development in Uzbekistan. ​Strengthened Collaboration: This initiative reaffirms the long-standing partnership between ICD and Turonbank, aligning with ICD's mission to support private sector growth. The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private […]