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21Oct

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African News, Kenya News

Bharti Airtel becomes the fourth largest mobile operator in the world

Over 250 million mobile subscribers NAIROBI, Kenya, October 21, 2012/African Press Organization (APO)/ – Bharti Airtel (http://www.airtel.com), a leading telecommunications service provider with operations in 20 countries across South Asia and Africa moved up one notch in the world wide ranking to be the fourth largest mobile operator in the world in terms of subscribers. (Source: Wireless Intelligence ‘Scoreboard’). Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/airtel.jpg Top Five Operators Globally: Operator: China Mobile Connections (millions)*: 683.08 YoY Growth, Connections: 11 % Operator: Vodafone Group Connections (millions)*: 386.88 YoY Growth, Connections: 5 % Operator: America Movil Group Connections (millions)*: 251.83...

20Oct

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South Africa News

One Concierge & Legacy Concierge Provide Access to Local Concierge Services in South Africa

One Concierge is able to provide assistance for clients on the ground and in the country of South Africa. Boca Raton, FL, October, 2012 --(PR.com)-- One Concierge (http://www.oneconcierge.com), a luxury concierge and lifestyle brand, announced additional client support in the country of South Africa through an agreement with Legacy Concierge, a full service personal concierge and lifestyle manager to support all local and international travelers, corporates, and any elite members of the general public. One Concierge frequently serves clients around the world and is now very excited to be able to extend its services into the country of South Africa. Through Legacy Concierge’s local expertise, One Concierge can assist those who are in need of personalized travel plans, accommoda...

20Oct

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African News, Angola News

AIOGACE 2013: 2nd Angola International Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition

AIOGACE (Microsoft Word) “On behalf of the Ministry of Petroleum, Republic of Angola and AME Trade, we are pleased to invite you take part in the second edition of the Angola International Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition ( AIOGACE ) The first edition was a major success and attracted a total of 43 speakers, 40 Exhibitors, 450 delegates emanating from 20 countries. AIGOACE will aim to promote the development of the Oil and Gas Industry in Angola and showcase the enormous opportunities available to existing and potential investors. AIOGACE 2013 will create the perfect platform for companies who currently work in Angola to further demonstrate their commitment to Angola's Oil and Gas sector while giving potential investors unparallel access to hard core information about A...

20Oct

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African News, Energy, Green Energy, Uganda News

UMEC 2013: 1st Uganda, Mining, Energy & Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition

UMEC 2013 (Microsoft Word format) UMEC 2013 is a turnkey event focusing on the Republic of Uganda’s mining, energy and petroleum potential and their sustainable development. UMEC will feature two days of conference sessions, a trade exhibition, round table discussions, seminars as well as touristic trips and technical visits. The event will be organized by the Ministry of Energy & Mineral Development, Republic of Uganda, in association with AME Trade Ltd. The inaugural UMEC will gather international investors, industry experts, Ugandan decision makers, development partners and donors, as well as other key actors and partners in Uganda’s extractive industries. The main theme of UMEC 2013 is “Development through Sustainable Management of Uganda’s Energy & Mineral Resourc...

20Oct

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African News, Nigeria News

Richard Chandler Corporation Invests in Union Bank of Nigeria

SINGAPORE, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The Richard Chandler Corporation announced that it has invested US$112 million to support the recapitalisation of Union Bank of Nigeria by Union Global Partners Limited (UGPL) consortium. This investment equates to a 13.4% position in Union Bank of Nigeria (UBN). Founded in 1917, UBN is one of Nigeria's most recognised and established banks, with a strong heritage and a pedigree brand. UBN has a nationwide platform of over 400 branches, approximately US$6.6 billion of total assets and approximately US$ 3.5 billion of customer deposits. UGPL has recapitalised UBN with US$ 500 million, acquiring a 65% shareholding in the bank. Nigeria has a population of 167 million, making it the seventh most populous country in the world and Africa's largest...

20Oct

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African News

The 2nd Liberian Mining, Energy & Petroleum Conference & Exhibition (LIMEP 2013)

LIMEP 2013 (Microsoft Word) The 2nd Liberian Mining, Energy & Petroleum Conference & Exhibition (LIMEP 2013) will take place from 09 – 11 April 2013, in Monrovia, Republic of Liberia. This event is organised by the Ministry of Lands, Mines and Energy, in partnership with AME Trade Ltd. LIMEP 2013 will focus on Liberia’s mining, energy and petroleum potential and their sustainable development. LIMEP will feature three days of conference sessions, a trade exhibition, round table discussions, seminars as well as touristic trips and mine site visits. The inaugural LIMEP which took place in 2011 was a major success, featuring over 400 delegates, 59 speakers and 40 exhibiting companies emanating from 27 countries. It was the largest ever industry event to be organised in Lib...

20Oct

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African News, Zambia News

The 3rd annual Zambia International Mining & Energy Conference & Exhibition (ZIMEC 2013)

ZIMEC 2013 (Microsoft Word) The 3rd annual Zambia International Mining & Energy Conference & Exhibition (ZIMEC 2013) will take place at the Government Complex, in Lusaka, Zambia from 18th -20th June 2013. Building on the success of the previous edition which attracted over 62 speakers, 72 exhibitors and over 600 participants emanating from 30 countries ZIMEC 2013 will offer a strategic and unrivalled platform to promote investment, engage with all stakeholders and discuss options for the sustainable development of Zambia’s mining and energy sectors. ZIMEC 2013 will create the perfect platform for companies who currently work in ZAMBIA to further demonstrate their commitment to Zambia’s Mining & Energy sector . Exhibitors will have the opportunity to demonstrate and...

20Oct

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Energy, Green Energy, South Africa News

OPIC TO DEDICATE STAFF MEMBER FOR SOUTH AFRICA IN 2013

Will support implementation of US-Africa Clean Energy Finance Initiative JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), the U.S. Government’s development finance institution, will dedicate a senior staff member for South Africa in 2013, aiming to leverage the country’s position as a business hub and strategic U.S. partner into new investment opportunities for American and African companies. In the past two years OPIC has made significant efforts to expand its work in Africa, resulting in an extraordinary 300 percent increase in the agency’s commitments to the region last year. Whereas Africa comprised only four percent of OPIC’s global portfolio of loans, guarantees and political risk insurance in 2001, today it stands at a full 22 percent...

19Oct

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African News

1st Cameroon International Mining Conference & Exhibition (19 – 20 February 2013 Yaoundé, Cameroon)

CIMEC 2013 (1st Cameroon International Mining Conference & Exhibition ) will take place from 19 – 20 February 2013 at the Hilton Yaoundé Hotel, Yaoundé, Cameroon. The event is organised by the Ministry of Industries Mines and Technological Development in association with AME Trade Ltd. The event will feature a two day conference, exhibition and a post event option to visit some of Cameroon’s key mining sites. Theme: “Sustainably developing Cameroon’s mineral resources for the benefit of future generation” CIMEC 2013 will gather international investors, mining experts, and directors of financial institutions, Cameroonian decision makers, development partners and other key actors in the mining industry. CIMEC 2013 will allow you to: Network with key decision makers...

19Oct

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African News

Tánaiste to discuss African trade opportunities with 120 Irish business leaders

DUBLIN, Ireland, October 19, 2012/African Press Organization (APO)/ – Tánaiste to discuss African trade opportunities with 120 Irish business leaders EVENT: • Representatives of more than 120 Irish companies will gather for the Africa Ireland Economic Forum at the Smurfit School of Business in Dublin to discuss trade and investment opportunities in Africa. • Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Eamon Gilmore T.D., will address the forum and highlight opportunities for Irish companies in sectors including agri-food, construction, information technology and pharmaceuticals. The forum will be opened by Minister for Trade and Development Joe Costello. DATE: • Monday, October 22. A photocall will be held at 11am, featuring the Tánaiste, Minist...