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Pan-African visa-free campaign targets $3.3trn market, deeper integration
A continent-wide campaign advocating for visa-free travel across Africa is gathering momentum, with its champions arguing that eliminating travel restrictions could unlock access to Africa’s $3.3 trillion economy and create jobs for its 1.4...

How African Football Captains Are Redefining Leadership | Koulibaly, Musa, Kgatlana And Ebi
Being captain used to mean leading the team out and shaking hands. Not anymore. Across Africa, the captains armband now represents tactical authority, cultural bridge-building, multilingual leadership, mental resilience, and social impact. In this...

SquirrelPR, Syncthesis Innovation Hub Forge Partnership to Power Africa’s Web3 Startups
Advertisements SquirrelPR, Africa’s pioneer PR management software, has entered into a strategic partnership with Syncthesis Innovation Hub, a leading communications and ecosystem enabler, to accelerate the visibility, credibility, and growth of...

African Unity Fest 2025 celebrates culture and community
The rhythms, flavors and vibrant spirit of Africa take center stage at the African Unity Fest 2025, a free, family-friendly celebration happening on Aug. 30 at the Global Village on Lafayette Road. Hosted by the African Council of Indiana in...

Cemetery for African-American World War II veterans dedicated after restoration, local pastor calls it ‘glorious moment’
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A once-forgotten African American cemetery in Jacksonville was officially dedicated, marking a powerful and emotional milestone for the community and the families of those buried there. The Historic St. Nicholas Bethel Baptist...
Ghana Charts Course as Africa’s Digital Trade Leader
Ghana has unveiled ambitious plans to position itself as Africa’s premier digital commerce destination during a high-profile technology summit in Accra this week. The National ICT Week gathering brings together government officials, tech...

Meece to retire as Hayner’s music and marketing manager
Terrilynn Meece will step from her position as the music and marketing manager for the Troy-Hayner Cultural Center in October. Submitted photo TROY — The Troy-Hayner Cultural Center’s Music and Marketing Manager, Terrilynn Meece, will be retiring...
Africa’s millionaire population to grow 65%
Africa’s millionaire population is projected to grow by 65% over the next decade, according to the newly published Africa Wealth Report 2025. The continent is currently home to 25 billionaires, 348 centi-millionaires, and 122,500 millionaires — a...

InsideData is First Company in Africa to Install Ricoh Pro VC80000
Tinus Grobler, deputy CEO of InsideData Group InsideData Group is the first company in Africa to invest in the RICOH Pro VC80000, the newest generation of high-speed inkjet technology designed to meet growing demand for quality, speed and...

ISACA Kampala Chapter launches 14th annual East Africa Information Security Conference due in Uganda
Experts and officials of ISACA pose for a photo after the launch Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | ISACA Kampala Chapter has today announced dates for the forthcoming 14th Annual East Africa Information Security Conference. The 14th Annual East...

Seun Kuti & Diallo Kenyatta Advocate for Pan-African Revolution on OkayAfrica’s New Podcast Show, ‘Bird’s Eye View’
“We have to give thanks to Mark Zuckerberg!” Seun Kuti exclaims, his gaze intent on the blunt he’s rolling. The Afrobeat maestro is summarizing the origin story of connecting with Diallo Kenyatta, author and proud pan-Africanist, on the...

EchoHouse launches unique graduate internship program to kick-off marketing career
EchoHouse and The Echo Academy have introduced a new graduate internship program dubbed The Big LEAP, which aims to provide a practical learning experience for individuals seeking a career in the marketing field. The three-month program is...

Bozell on VINCE Podcast: Media Trust Plummets, ‘Neck and Neck with Pelosi’s Approval Rating’
MRC President David Bozell joined Vince Coglianese on the VINCE podcast today to dissect the relentless tide of left-leaning media bias and the Media Research Center’s crucial role in holding the press accountable. “The Media Research Center has...

Club Med’s Richard De Villa on why customer experience should drive AI in marketing
The well-traveled travel marketer tells Tim Healey how Club Med uses innovations like digital wristbands and WhatsApp bots to enhance customer experience rather than just chase efficiency.You’ve held senior marketing roles at the Philippines Trade...

Africa’s AI Strongmen
Burkina Faso’s interim president, Capt. Ibrahim Traoré, stands at a podium listing Africa’s riches. He names them as cobalt, platinum and uranium, and then asks why the continent, the world’s richest in minerals, remains poor. It’s a passionate...

Where to watch Senegal vs. Morocco: African Nations semis free stream
Morocco will face Senegal in the African Nations Championships semifinal Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. ET. After losing to Kenya in the group stage, Morocco has won three straight matches. How to watch: Fans in the USA can watch the match live on beIN...

AI marketing in Africa: Mental shifts for growth
3. Africa is not lagging behind the rest of the world. Lead by example for our continent When it comes to technological innovation and adoption, Africa is often on the receiving end of backward assumptions about its capabilities. However, 40% of...

Burkina Faso Strengthens Ties With Russian Media in Response to Western Bias
https://sputnikglobe.com/20250826/burkina-faso-strengthens-ties-with-russian-media-in-response-to-western-bias-1122676408.html Burkina Faso Strengthens Ties With Russian Media in Response to Western Bias Burkina Faso Strengthens Ties With Russian...

Senegal vs Morocco, African Nations Championship 2025 Live Streaming Online in India: How To Watch SUD vs MAD Semifinal Football Match Live Telecast on TV & Score Updates in IST?
Senegal National Football Team will cross swords with the Morocco National Football Team in semifinal of African Nations Championship 2025 on Tuesday, August 26. The Senegal vs Morocco African Nations Championship 2025 Football match will be...

Russia is massively recruiting women in South Africa to work at a drone manufacturing plant
Russia is massively recruiting young women in South Africa to work at a plant producing combat drones, which has prompted the country’s government to issue a public warning to its citizens about the risks. This was reported by the Center for...