A tsunami of cheap Chinese solar panels flooding Europe, an increasing taste for rooftop solar and a boom for small, medium and large-scale battery storage. These are the three strongest trends in solar energy as we move into the new year, as seen by Midsummer Executive VP Sven Lindström.
Author: Africa Business
Shelter Afrique Development Bank and the African Union Sign Historic MOU to Strengthen Housing and Urban Development in Africa
Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) and the African Union (AU) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to address Africa’s housing and urban development challenges. The partnership aims to reduce the housing deficit, promote sustainable urbanization, and foster economic growth across the continent. By leveraging innovative solutions, policy development, and resource mobilization, this collaboration is set to have a transformative impact on Africa’s housing and urban infrastructure needs.
Sustainability in Action: How Sanjeev Mansotra Combines Philanthropy and Green Practices
Sustainable development has become a central theme in global development discussions, especially in regions like Africa, where the twin challenges of economic growth and environmental protection are paramount. Entrepreneur and philanthropist Sanjeev Mansotra is leading the charge to address these issues through innovative projects that skilfully combine social and economic development with environmental stewardship.
Juicyway Unveils $3M Pre-Seed Funding to Transform Cross-Border Payments for Africans
P1 Ventures supports startup launching efficient currency exchange platform using stablecoin technology, enabling individuals and businesses to fully engage in the global economy.
Deploying balancing power generation technologies could save €65 trillion by 2050, shows Wärtsilä’s global power system modelling
Wärtsilä report shows an area the size of Europe will need to be covered with renewable power to reach a clean energy future, without the integration of balancing power technologies
Year in Review: Key trends in the South African retail payments industry
Physical retail is as important as ever, which means that in-person payments continue to play a pivotal role in South Africa’s retail landscape. In light of this, continued investment has been directed toward in-person payment innovation, a trend that is expected to persist well into the foreseeable future.
ATIDI, African Solidarity Fund sign deal to promote investment and trade in Africa
African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) and African Solidarity Fund (ASF) have signed a framework cooperation agreement, paving the way for further strategic collaboration to promote economic development and mitigate the risks associated with investment and trade in Africa.
The Majority of People In The World’s Biggest Economies Fear They Have Just 5 Years Before Advancing Technology Makes Their Job Skills Obsolete – Global Labor Market Conference Research
The majority of workers in the world’s largest economies fear that advancing technology will make their job skills obsolete within five years, according to research from the Global Labor Market Conference. Learn more about the shifting landscape of work and the future of employment.
Benchmarking financial inclusion through innovation
Explore the importance of benchmarking financial inclusion through innovation in Africa. Learn how data-driven strategies and emerging technologies like AI and geospatial mapping are advancing financial access, tackling challenges, and bridging the digital divide to create equitable financial solutions.
South African SMBs Confidently Chart Growth Amid Economic Uncertainties
South African SMBs are navigating economic uncertainties with confidence, focusing on growth opportunities and resilience. Explore how small and medium businesses are strategically positioning themselves for success in 2024.