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Economist Impact- Sustainability Week Africa 2025 In Cape Town

Economist Impact Announces The Return Of Sustainability Week Africa 2025 In Cape Town

Themed “An action plan for Africa’s green industrial revolution”, the event will bring together over 500 delegates  and 100 speakers to explore practical strategies for accelerating Africa’s just and profitable green transition.  Taking place from October 30th to 31st 2025 at The Westin, Cape Town, Sustainability Week Africa will build  on the momentum and insights […]

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DP World Launches New Science Lab To Strengthen Education In Somaliland

Continuous investment underscores DP World’s commitment to education, sustainability, and community development in Somaliland DP World Berbera has handed over a new, science laboratory to Sheikh University of Science and Technology, fulfilling a US$250,000 commitment made in 2022 to advance education and empower future generations in Somaliland. The state-of-the-art facility will enhance the university’s research […]

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Future Proofing Waste Management Strategies For Smart Cities

There is an unmistakable connection between urbanisation, population growth and waste management. As urbanisation propels, more people find themselves relocating to urban areas to adjust to changing lifestyle habits and workplace demands. Research shows that more than 700 million people already live in African urban areas, with this number expected to double to 1.4 billion by 2050 – […]

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Energy Access And Local Manufacturing

Sun King And Government Of Nigeria Agree To Deepen Collaboration On Energy Access And Local Manufacturing

Sun King, the world’s leading off-grid solar company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) under the Government of Nigeria to strengthen cooperation on renewable energy access, local manufacturing, and data-driven innovation. The agreement, signed during REA’s Nigeria Renewable Energy Innovation Forum (NREIF) in Abuja, was witnessed by the […]

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PNC Forum 2025

PNC Forum 2025 To Spotlight Investments, Local Content And Energy Growth In Nigeria’s Oil And Gas Sector

Nigeria’s oil and gas sector is entering a defining new chapter, marked by bold policy reforms and renewed investor commitments. In May 2025, President Bola Tinubu signed the Upstream Petroleum Operations (Cost Efficiency Incentives) Order, 2025, introducing tax credits of up to 20 percent for operators who achieve cost-efficiency targets. The reform is designed to […]

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Sanlam Investments Renews Sponsorship Of Africa’s Green Economy Summit 2026

Sanlam Investments has confirmed its third sponsorship of Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES), taking place in February 2026, reaffirming its commitment to financing Africa’s sustainable future through innovation in renewable energy, water security, waste reduction, ocean and climate finance. Since its inception in 2023, AGES has become a key platform for connecting global capital with […]

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renewable energy

Mining Smarter – How Renewable Energy Is Reshaping Namibia’s Mining Workforce And Power Supply

By Jacques Farmer, Managing Director of PRISMA Training Solutions Namibia is boldly staking its claim as a leader in renewable energy in southern Africa. With abundant solar resources, steady winds in select regions, and wide swathes of undeveloped land, the country is well positioned to scale up clean energy production. At the same time, its […]

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G20 Summit

South Africa Hosts Historic G20 Summit 2025: Driving Solidarity for Africa’s Future

Johannesburg pulses with energy as South Africa gears up to host the 20th G20 Leaders’ Summit from November 22 to 23, 2025. This event stands out as the first G20 gathering on African soil, a powerful moment that amplifies the continent’s voice in global talks. President Cyril Ramaphosa leads the charge, steering discussions under the […]

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Women led Businesses In Africa

Building With Women: How Microfinance Is Powering Women-Led Businesses In Africa

By: Gregoire Danel Fedou Across Africa, women-led businesses face well-documented barriers that hinder their growth and access to finance. Many women cannot use land, property, or significant assets as collateral because they do not own them. Instead, they often rely on informal financial services, such as savings groups. Distrust of banks, sometimes stemming from past […]

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B Lab Africa Summit

B Lab Africa Summit 2025 Opens With Powerful Conversations On Climate, ESG Investment, And Inclusive Growth

The 4th Annual B Lab Africa Summit opened yesterday at Serengeti Golf and Wildlife Estate with a dynamic first day that set the tone for two days of bold dialogue and collective action. Delegates from across Africa and the globe convened to reflect on the Summit’s central theme: “Africa’s Readiness to Take Action.” The opening […]

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