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Social entrepreneurship - an amazing tool that can help African development
As entrepreneurship is crucial for any thriving economy, the growing number of entrepreneurs in Africa has captivated the interest of the world.
Adisa Amanor-Wilks 22 hours ago
CMO Growth Council launched by Cannes Lions and ANA
The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in partnership with the Association of National Advertisers' (ANA) CMO Masters Circle, announced the launch of the CMO Growth Council.
1 day ago
Today's emerging market entrepreneurs will achieve SDGs - Seedstars
This is the generation of entrepreneurs that will achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as much more needs to be done to boost impact investing and to accelerate entrepreneurs in emerging markets, according to Alisée De Tonnac, co-founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Seedstars World.
2 days ago
AfriDocs and Channel24 strike streaming deal
The only free streaming platform on the continent for the best African documentaries, AfriDocs, has reached agreement with Channel24 to stream its content exclusively on the channel.
2 days ago
Showcasing Africa's innovators
The disruptors and innovators in Africa that have come up with solutions to Africa's most serious problems will feature on the African Innovation Summit (AIS) agenda. AIS believes that the solutions are in Africa and innovators need to be at the table architecting a conducive environment for innovation to thrive in Africa.
2 days ago
The role of mobile in building brand loyalty
With falling consumer confidence and a slow growth economic growth outlook, brands are intensifying the fight for consumer loyalty. Mobile is emerging as a powerful enabler - and driver - of brand loyalty in South Africa.
Nicholas Bednall 2 days ago
Warc and Sabre Awards partner to showcase PR-led case studies
Warc has partnered with the Sabre Awards in order to expand its content to include PR-led case studies from around the world.
3 days ago
#AfricaLEAD: Jack Leslie on why this is Africa's time
All the economic indicators, as well as other portents are in place for unparalleled Africa development, according to Jack Leslie, chairman of global marketing communications firm, Weber Shandwick. Leslie visited South Africa and Kenya recently to open a dedicated office in Nairobi.
Louise Marsland 3 days ago
AfDB partners with Africa Innovation Summit
KIGALI, Rwanda - The partnership of the African Development Bank (AfDB) with the second edition of the Africa Innovation Summit (AIS 11), to be held in Kigali, Rwanda, 6-8 June 2018, was seen as crucial for the success of the first summit too.
3 days ago
Classifieds app raises funding to expand in Africa
DAKAR, Senegal - CoinAfrique, the most downloaded classifieds app in French-speaking Africa, has raised €2.5 million to accelerate its development in French-speaking Africa. It aims to exceed 10 million monthly users by 2022.
13 Apr 2018
Why African banks must work with fintech startups
The need for African banks to innovate at a quicker pace and access new customer segments is behind the increasing number of financial institutions partnering with or investing in fintech startups.
Tom Jackson 13 Apr 2018
Broadband connectivity to expand throughout West Africa
A new partnership between Vodacom Business Nigeria and integrated satellite solutions provider, Intelsat, will see broadband connectivity expand throughout West Africa.
13 Apr 2018
BBC content growth for Africa
Premium British television content is heading to Africa's shores courtesy of some of the leading broadcasters in the region.
13 Apr 2018