Creating more and better jobs is central to reducing poverty and driving sustainable growth. In countries like Burundi, this depends on sound investments and on the ability to deliver results–ensuring that projects translate into real opportunities for people, from improved services to expanded economic activity. Strengthening how projects are implemented is therefore critical to advancing…
Africa’s digital future hinges on effective governance and combating cybercrime to foster economic growth, trust, and innovation while addressing significant gaps in digital literacy among leaders. As the first quarter of the 21st century passes, it is becoming increasingly clear that Africa’s ability to catch up with the rest of the world will depend on…
On Holding has named co-founders David Allemann and Caspar Coppetti as co-CEOs, replacing Martin Hoffmann after a five-year tenure as CEO, as the Swiss sneaker maker looks to scale globally. The leadership shakeup comes as On is preparing to enter its “next growth phase,” the company said in a statement Wednesday. On shares were down…
Rennie Naidoo, professor in Information Systems at the Wits School of Business Sciences. At first glance, South African organisations appear to be modernising at an impressive pace. Cloud migration, hybrid work strategies, AI experimentation, internet of things (IOT) expansion, and an increasingly data-driven business culture are reshaping the corporate landscape. But beneath this digital transformation…
On the margins of the 39th African Union (AU) Heads of State Summit, the African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) convened a High-Level Meeting including a Closed Session and the Ninth Edition of the EWA Breakfast in Addis Ababa on 13 February 2026. These strategic gatherings served as a vital milestone as the Network prepares for…
The Ambassador of Sweden to Uganda, Maria Hakansson, has held talks with State Minister for Regional Affairs John Mulimba following Sweden’s assumption of the chairmanship of the International Contact Group for the Great Lakes. Hakansson said Sweden took over the six-month rotational leadership of the group in January 2026, prompting renewed attention in Stockholm on…
Yolanden Moodley, Managing Director of Altron Document Solutions. Altron Technology Group has strengthened its leadership team with two strategic appointments that underscore its focus on driving transformative growth across its portfolio: Yolanden Moodley as Managing Director of Altron Document Solutions and Warren Mande as Chief Operating Officer of Netstar. Both appointments reflect Altron’s commitment to…
Corruption remains a serious global threat, with limited signs of progress, according to the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index released by Transparency International. The index shows that abuses of power continue to undermine governance in many countries, prompting Transparency International to warn that leaders must confront the broader drivers of decline, including the rollback of democratic…
Absa Group has made several strategic executive appointments. (Image: 123RF) Absa has made several executive appointments to strengthen leadership capability across the group, bringing onboard tech and telecoms sector leaders. Among the appointees are M-Pesa Africa MD and Safaricom chief financial services officer Sitoyo Lopokoiyit, and former EOH chief risk officer Fatima Newman. They are…
Germany — Senior fellows from the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies visited U.S. Africa Command headquarters on Feb. 4, for a strategic overview of the command’s mission and its partnership-focused approach to security in Africa. STUTTGART, Germany – Senior fellows from the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies visited U.S….
