Category: Events

Ibukun Awosika Launches African Marketplace Dubai 2025: A Global Stage for African and Caribbean Excellence

African Marketplace Dubai 2025, launched by Ibukun Awosika and the Ibukun Awosika Leadership Academy (IALA), is set to be a transformative platform for export-ready African and Caribbean SMEs. Scheduled for November 12–15, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, the four-day event brings together over 250 exhibitors across fashion, agribusiness, tech, creative arts, and more. With the support of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, the initiative aims to accelerate access to global markets, facilitate investor and distributor connections, and position African and Caribbean excellence on an international stage. This exhibition blends trade, culture, and innovation into a powerful vehicle for long-term economic and cultural exchange.

African Business Chamber (AfBC) Announces 2025 African Business Awards in London

The African Business Chamber (AfBC) proudly announces the 2025 African Business Awards and Gala Dinner, set to take place on 3 July 2025 at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel in London. This premier annual event celebrates the achievements of African businesses, entrepreneurs, and leaders across the UK and globally. Honouring excellence across sectors like finance, technology, healthcare, trade, and the creative industries, the awards spotlight innovation, leadership, and impact in the African and diaspora business communities. With high-level networking, keynote speeches, and cultural performances, the event is a vibrant platform to inspire and elevate African excellence.

Tsheto and GreatWell to Host Leadership Workshop – A Call for Action: Agitating for Stewardship and a Better Tomorrow

In celebration of Mandela Month, Tsheto Leadership and Coaching Academy, in partnership with GreatWell, will host a high-impact Leadership Workshop on 17 July 2025 at The Maslow, Sandton. Centered on the theme “Agitating for Stewardship and a Better Tomorrow,” the workshop aims to equip C-suite executives, transformation leaders, and decision-makers with the tools to lead with intention, accountability, and social consciousness. Featuring keynote speaker Prof. Saths Cooper and expert facilitators Tantaswa Fubu and Rehema Isa, the event is a call to action for values-based leadership that leaves a lasting, positive legacy.

“Abidjan, what’s up?” – ONOMO celebrates Abidjan with a major cultural and festive moment

ONOMO Hotels brought the ONOMO Summer Fest to Abidjan for the first time on May 17, 2025, after two acclaimed editions in Casablanca. Held at the newly renovated ONOMO Hotel Abidjan Airport, this vibrant event celebrated Afro culture through live music, creative showcases, and inspiring discussions on entrepreneurship in Africa’s cultural and creative industries. Featuring performances by Rosey Gold, SuperJazzClub, and Paulo Chakal, plus thought-provoking panels and immersive art experiences, the festival positioned Abidjan as a rising cultural capital on the African and global stage.

The International Chamber of Commerce’s Court of Arbitration invites registrations to the 9th ICC Africa Conference on International Arbitration

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) International Court of Arbitration is hosting the 9th ICC Africa Conference on International Arbitration on 29–30 May 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya. The event will bring together arbitration professionals, legal experts, and business leaders to examine Africa’s evolving role in shaping global Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practices. With keynotes from renowned speakers and discussions on ESG arbitration and AI in legal frameworks, the conference provides an exceptional platform for networking, learning, and advancing arbitration in the African context.

How climate change puts SA’s water at risk, and why PPPs can help

This article discusses the growing risk climate change poses to South Africa’s water resources and emphasizes the need for urgent interventions to protect water security. Climate change impacts, such as erratic rainfall and rising sea levels, exacerbate existing water challenges. The article highlights the importance of adopting innovative solutions, including resilient infrastructure, water diversification, and the use of advanced technologies. It also stresses the role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in addressing water challenges by combining investment, technology, and expertise, ensuring long-term sustainable water management.