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Orange announces the winners of the 14th edition of the Orange Social Venture Prize in Africa and the Middle East (OSVP)

5 of the 1,600 candidates from 17 countries won awards at the international ceremony

The winners of the 14th edition of OSVP, which recognizes and supports startups whose technological solutions have a positive social impact in Africa and the Middle East, were announced at the international ceremony. The event took place at the Royal Mansour in Casablanca and was attended by many prominent guests,…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Air Transport Ministers Endorse Regional Strategy to Remove Taxes from Air Transport and Reduce Charges By 25%, Effective January 1, 2026

The discussions centred on developing concrete strategies and common policies to lower air travel costs, which are currently among the highest globally

Air Transport Ministers from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) convened in Lomé, Togo, to address the pressing challenges of high air transport costs and to fortify aviation security across the region. The ministers also considered a proposal for compensation to passengers in the case of excessive flight…

EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC)

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29th Conference of the Parties (COP29): The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce to host a panel discussion on Access to Finance & Sustainability at the Côte d'Ivoire Pavilion on 14th November at 3:30pm

The Baku panel will explore avenues for sustainable growth in African maritime with participation from leaders across banking, public policy, and sustainability sectors

The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC) (https://EU-Africa-Chamber.org/) is pleased to announce a panel discussion entitled "Access to Finance & Sustainability: A Call to Action for Resilient Growth in Africa," taking place at COP 29 in Baku, and hosted at the Côte d'Ivoire Pavilion with the presence of HEM Jaqcues Konan…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission Celebrates African Creativity at the 15th Edition of Biennale de Dakar, Dakar, Senegal

The ECOWAS Commission remains committed to supporting projects that strengthen cultural bonds , promote peace and regional cohesion through the arts and culture

The ECOWAS Commission celebrates African creativity at the 15th edition of the Biennale de Dakar of Contemporary African Art (Dak’Art), organized under the compelling theme “The Wake, l’éveil, le sillage, xall wi.” Taking place from November 7 to December 7, 2024, this prestigious cultural event gathers contemporary artists, art enthusiasts, and cultural stakeholders…

MultiChoice Group
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MultiChoice Group maintains strategic momentum despite macroeconomic challenges

Despite external pressures, MultiChoice’s strategy leverages a solid financial foundation, targeted investments, and disciplined cost management to drive future growth and deliver the best video entertainment to customers

Unprecedented foreign exchange pressures and economic challenges in key African markets impacted earnings and dampens subscriber growth On track to right-size cost base and grow new revenue streams to drive future growth as streaming gains traction at the expense of traditional pay-tv Cost-cutting measures delivered R1.3bn in permanent savings, on…

EnergyNet Ltd.

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Unlocking Opportunities and Driving Progress: Zimbabwe-Zambia Energy Projects Summit

Under the official patronage of Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Energy and Power Development for 2024, the summit will unveil energy project plans from both countries

The Zimbabwe-Zambia (Zim-Zam) Energy Projects Summit will take place from November 18-20, 2024, in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and could not be more timely. With the governments of both countries making innovative structural changes to make energy projects more bankable, appetite for investment is high. This is the opportunity to secure…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles
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Seychelles: President Ramkalawan sends congratulatory message to Prime Minister-elect Ramgoolam of Mauritius

Our engagement through the Indian Ocean Commission serves as a vital platform for fostering regional unity and addressing shared challenges

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, sent a message of congratulations to H.E. Mr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, on his election as the new Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius. In his message President Ramkalawan, stated “I am pleased to extend my warmest congratulations on your election…

African Union (AU)
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Joint Press Release: 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to Feature High-Level Focus on Clean Cooking as African Union and Tanzania Unite for Climate Solutions

By elevating clean cooking to the highest levels of political decision-making, African countries can create an enabling environment for innovation, investment, and sustainable development

At COP29 in Azerbaijan, the African Union (AU) and the United Republic of Tanzania will join forces in a high-level side event to make clean cooking a central part of the global climate agenda. The event, “Addressing Clean Cooking Challenges in Africa: A Call for African Leadership,” will take place…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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Inauguration of Potable Water Project in Emba-Derho

The residents, understanding the impact of these projects on improving their livelihoods, pledged to conduct regular follow-ups to ensure the projects’ sustainability

A potable water project and a newly constructed road have been inaugurated in the Emba-Derho administrative area of the Serejeka sub-zone. The projects, which were completed at a cost of over 6 million Nakfa, were officially inaugurated by Mr. Fesehaye Haile, Governor of the Central Region, on 10 November. Mr.…

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)

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Africa Finance Corporation Facilitates Landmark US$200 Million Corporate Finance Facility for BUA Group

The financing, approved by Afreximbank in two tranches, supports BUA’s medium-term objectives by unlocking capital to pursue emerging market opportunities

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has facilitated a landmark US$200 million corporate finance facility for the BUA Group, a prominent Nigerian conglomerate spanning food, infrastructure, mining and manufacturing sectors. The facility, provided to BUA Industries Limited by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), marks the…