The hotel and tourism industry in Africa is beginning a period of sustained growth, according to the sector’s leading experts gathered at the Africa Hotel Investment Forum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
$3tr Emerging Markets Debt Threatens Global Economy
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says emerging markets have over-borrowed over $3 trillion in debt, thus posing the greatest risks to the global economy amid a fifth straight year of slowing growth.
CTO Strengthens Co-ordination Role for ICTs in Commonwealth
Shola Taylor, Secretary-General, Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation (CTO) has pledged to ensure the CTO plays a greater role in co-ordinating the views of all Commonwealth member countries at international meetings, especially at treaty meetings convened by the ITU.
Nigerian wins Young Innovators Competition at ITU Telecom World 2015
A Nigerian, Ogbonnaya Bassey has been announced as one of the winners of the Single Board Challenge in the ITU Telecom World 2015 Young Innovators competition sponsored by Intel.
SA Retains Ranking in 2015 Ibrahim Index of African Governance
South Africa has retained its position in the 2015 Ibrahim Index on Africa Governance. In the 2015 Index, South Africa has retained its rank of 4 of 54 countries assessed in the Index.
Beyonic, Accord to Transform Mobile Money in Africa
Beyonic, a technology company that aims to eliminate rampant use of cash in emerging markets, is announcing a partnership with Mobile Accord that will make Beyonic the largest mobile money aggregator in Africa.
Global ICT Leaders to Share Insights at ITU Telecom World 2015
The rapid pace of digital transformation is creating new ecosystems, players and even industries – all holding tremendous potential. But how can this potential be harnessed for the benefit of all?
The Federal Cabinet: Time for Effective Governance
The 2015 Presidential Election ended on Saturday, March 28, 2015. It now belongs to the history books. Regardless of the pros and cons of the polls, it came and went.
Still on Entrepreneurship!
In the past three editions, l dwelt on the topic of entrepreneurship because readers kept asking for more. In this edition however, l consider it pertinent to showcase real-life successful entrepreneurial CASE STUDY-away from all the grammar! A case of practical example-indeed.
Saraki’s Albatross: The Need to Sheath Animosity
When the 2015 general elections were approaching, the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) preached and campaigned transformation and transition from the status quo that the former ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) used in administering the affairs of the nation for nearly two decades.
Nigeria Tax Crackdown: An Imperative for Automated Business Solutions
Nigerian companies must ensure that they have robust, automated payroll systems and processes in place so that they can more easily comply with the demands of an increasingly tough tax regime in the country.
AfDB Unveils ‘New Deal for Energy in Africa’
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) unveiled its landmark initiative to solve Africa’s huge energy deficit by 2025 at a High Level Stakeholder Consultative Meeting attended by business and political leaders at its headquarters in Abidjan.
A.M. Best: European Insurers Continue Emerging Markets’ Growth
In an attempt to deploy excess capital, some major European insurers have developed overseas operations over the past several years but are now taking a more cautious approach, as not all overseas strategies have proven successful, according to a new report published by A.M. Best.
Retail Index: Nigeria Drops to 4th Position in Africa
The 2015 African Retail Development Index released recently revealed that Nigeria dropped from Number 2 position in Africa to Number 4, though it remains a market to consider on the continent.
Moroccan Insurer, SAHAM, Acquires Continental Reinsurance Plc
Moroccan insurance company, Saham Finances announced, in a communiqué published on 16thSeptember, 2015, the acquisition of 53.6% of the capital of Continental Reinsurance PLC, a reinsurance company operating in 44 African countries.