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Africa: TECHNOVATION 2025 Main Event Story – Society Is Ready for the Smoke-Free Shift, But Regulation Is Slow

eriinfo.com9 months ago09 mins

For over 30 years, Philip Morris International (PMI) has been innovating by exploring ways to commercialise less harmful alternatives to combustible cigarettes. Ten years ago, the company embarked on an ambitious journey to revolutionise public health by developing and promoting science-based alternatives to traditional cigarette smoking. The goal was simple yet transformative: to create a smoke-free…

Fed’s Powell suggests tightening program could end soon, offers no guidance on rates

eriinfo.com9 months ago08 mins

Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Federal Reserve, during a news conference following a Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting in Washington, DC, US, on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. Kent Nishimura | Bloomberg | Getty Images Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Tuesday suggested the central bank is nearing a point where it will stop…

Entrepreneur aims to build the Procter & Gamble of Africa

eriinfo.com9 months ago012 mins

Joël Sikam Interview with Joël SikamFOUNDER and CEO, FISCO INDUSTRIES Lives in: Douala, Cameroon Joël Sikam is the founder and CEO of Fisco Industries, a manufacturer of home and personal cleaning products in Cameroon. His ambition is to build Africa’s equivalent of Procter & Gamble, the American multinational behind household staples such as Ariel, Pampers…

Private sector asked to take the wheel in South Africa

eriinfo.com9 months ago07 mins

The safety of those on the road – whether driver or passenger – is increasingly being made the responsibility of the private sector. Last month, government gazetted the National Land Transport Amendment Act and its amended regulations, which aim to regulate the e-hailing sector and boost the protection of drivers and passengers. E-hailing companies have…

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Africa: ASEA 2025 – Adapting to Global Shifts By Democratising Africa’s Capital Markets

eriinfo.com9 months ago07 mins

Africa stands at a turning point. The upcoming ASEA 2025 Conference, themed “Adapting to Global Market Shifts: Strategies for Resilience and Growth for African Markets of the Future,” comes at a time when the continent must rethink how financial systems can better serve its people. Across Africa, capital markets remain relatively underdeveloped compared to global…

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Africa: Indirect Disaster Effects Cost the World Nearly $2 Trillion Per Year, Says UN Secretary-General On International Day

eriinfo.com9 months ago06 mins

From 1970 until 2000, the costs of disaster averaged $70-$80 billion. Those mainly preventable costs doubled this century to average $180-$200 billion annually, according to a recent report published by the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR). Most of the exorbitant costs of disaster are preventable with proper funding and planning –one of the…

D’Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B and soul star, dies at 51 after pancreatic cancer diagnosis

eriinfo.com9 months ago02 mins

R&B and soul singer D’Angelo died on Tuesday, leaving behind a “legacy of extraordinarily moving music” following a “prolonged and courageous battle with cancer,” his family said. The influential music star, born Michael D’Angelo Archer, was 51. “The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life,” according to a…

Boomi Appoints Diane Fanelli as Chief Revenue Officer

eriinfo.com9 months ago03 mins

Boomi Appoints Diane Fanelli as Chief Revenue Officer Boomi™, the leader in AI-driven automation, today announced the appointment of Diane Fanelli as Chief Revenue Officer. Fanelli will lead Boomi’s worldwide revenue organization, responsible for strengthening customer partnerships, advancing global go-to-market strategies, and driving sales excellence as Boomi continues its rapid growth. She will report to…

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Africa: IFC Mulls $6m Investment in Catalyst Fund Africa Climate-Tech Vehicle

eriinfo.com9 months ago04 mins

TLDR The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced a proposed equity investment of up to $6 million in Catalyst Fund The fund focuses on three verticals: fintech for climate resilience, sustainable livelihoods, and climate-smart essential services such as water, energy, and agriculture The IFC’s participation would strengthen the fund’s capital base while signaling confidence in…

Business

MerchGuru Launches to Help Businesses Turn Everyday Items into Brand-Building Tools

eriinfo.com9 months ago05 mins

In a marketplace where every brand is competing for attention, a new player is redefining how businesses connect with their audiences through promotional merchandise. MerchGuru Promotional Goods Expert has officially launched, offering brands a smarter, story-driven approach to promotional goods — combining creative strategy, quality craftsmanship, and end-to-end service. Backed by Abstract7 Creative Media Solutions,…