Today: November 9, 2024
With over 57 Countries represented, 12 Deals to Date, $5b+ In Capital Represented, The Africa Fintech Summit is more than a conference—it’s an ecosystem-building initiative, with bilateral meetings, collaborative partnerships, workshops, demos, pitch competitions, ecosystem tours, whitepapers, awards, and plenty of opportunities…
Today, President Biden is announcing the inaugural members of the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States. The establishment of this Council was a significant commitment announced by Vice President Harris on behalf of the Biden-Harris Administration during…
The Africa Fintech Summit is pleased to announce that its 10th edition will be hosted in Lusaka, Zambia on November 2-3, 2023. The summit will bring together entrepreneurs, investors, regulators, and other stakeholders to explore, debate, and pave the future of the…
At the 2023 UN General Assembly, African leaders discuss the economic, political, and environmental state of their countries and offer solutions to global issues.…
President Tinubu made a compelling case for Africa's development, stating, "Global institutions, other nations, and private sector actors must-see African development as a priority, not just for Africa but also for their interests." He highlighted the longstanding internal and external factors that…
Beyond New York, memorial ceremonies were held nationwide, from firehouses to city halls reinforcing the reality that the repercussions of 9/11 echoed in even the nation's most distant corners.…
Leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa gather at the XV BRICS Summit to foster collaboration and address key global challenges. With a focus on accelerated growth and inclusive multilateralism, this summit aims to promote economic resilience and strengthen cooperation…
On Wednesday, Jul 12, 2023, President of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi, launched his first visit to Africa. Raisi was received by his Kenyan counterpart, William Ruto, and will continue on his visit to Uganda and Zimbabwe. This is Iran’s first presidential visit to…
Last year, in 2022, I found myself reflecting on the significance of Juneteenth and why Africans in the diaspora, both in the United States and on the continent, should embrace and celebrate this holiday. In an article I wrote titled “How Africans…
Adkins' challenges the conventional approach to aid and assistance, emphasizing the importance of partnership, collaboration, and self-reliance. He asserts that Africa's future lies in the hands of its own people, who possess the creativity, entrepreneurship, and resilience to shape their own destiny.…
