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.
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Bridging Gaps: Why African Nations Must Bolster Financial Support for Local Music Professionals
Explore why African nations must increase financial support for local music professionals to bridge industry gaps, empower musicians, and strengthen the continent’s cultural influence.
AU-EU Youth Voices Lab – Power of the Collective. Empowering Youth Across Africa and Europe
On 14th October 2024, the AU-EU Youth Lab programme officially launched in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marking a pivotal milestone in empowering African youth and fostering their active participation in decision-making processes.
Absa Closes Significant Trade Finance Facility with BII
Absa has successfully secured a $150 million facility from British International Investment (BII) PLC as part of its mission to help close the trade finance gap in Africa.
MIGA and ATIDI collaborate to streamline African investments
The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), a member of the World Bank Group Guarantees, and the African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) have signed a three-year partnership to accelerate foreign direct investment throughout Africa.
Attendees at the Oppenheimers’ South African Future Trust 2024 Summit Can Take Our Country Forward
The country’s premiere entrepreneurial showcase, the Oppenheimers’ South African Future Trust Summit (SAFT) returns to the Sandton Convention Centre on 24 and 25 October 2024 – with more speakers, more stages, more opportunities – and a R500 000 investment prize for one stellar delegate.
Pioneering progress amid resource constraints in African radiology and oncology
Cape Town will (in October) host the continent’s premier medical and healthcare gathering. Africa Health Congress will be hosted at the CTICC and the three days will be filled with important discussions, including this topic which we are sharing today. When it comes to radiology, experts are concerned about resource limits and insufficient skills and services in Africa, especially if one looks at cancer detection and treatment.
United for Wildlife strengthens fight against the illegal wildlife trade by adding a West Africa Chapter to its global network
United for Wildlife, founded by The Royal Foundation of the Prince and Princess of Wales, convened leading figures from the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors from across West and Central Africa to develop a regional network to combat the illegal wildlife trade in the regions.
Oppenheimers’ South African Future Trust awards R3 million to SA’s top entrepreneurs
2024 SAFT Summit Announced for 24 and 25 October
Championing Innovation, Inclusivity, and Sustainability in Air Travel
Air travel is far more than merely transporting people from one destination to another; it’s about the magic that happens in between and the reason for the journey itself. Whether it’s reuniting with family, making those bucket list dreams come true, or soaking in new cultures, air travel is all about those unforgettable moments.