Africa: Drowning in Debt – New Forum in Sevilla Offers Borrowers Chance to Rebalance the Books

Africa: Drowning in Debt – New Forum in Sevilla Offers Borrowers Chance to Rebalance the Books

A new mechanism offering debt-distressed countries a way to coordinate action and amplify their voice in the global financial system, has been launched at the UN’s pivotal sustainable development conference in Sevilla. The Borrowers’ Forum is being hailed as a milestone in efforts to reform the international debt architecture, supported by the UN and emerging…

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Old Mutual pitchathon offers R4.2m to ICT, fintech SMEs

Old Mutual pitchathon offers R4.2m to ICT, fintech SMEs

Pali Lehohla, former statistician-general; Thabang Mkhuma, technical advisor at 4IR MICT; Nobesuthu Ndlovu, director of SME at Old Mutual Corporate; Lincoln Mali, CEO of Lesaka Technologies; and Talifhani Banks, CEO of Analytics X and Spaza Eats. Old Mutual SMEgo yesterday launched its second edition of the SMEGo Pitchathon, for businesses in ICT and financial services,…

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A French photographer offers an unexpected view of the United States through its many strip clubs

A French photographer offers an unexpected view of the United States through its many strip clubs

CNN  —  Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs. From Miami to Los Angeles, Prost’s latest book “Gentlemen’s Club” charts his route…

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