Ghana: To weather the storm, we aim at sustainability even if not profitable – Sanlam’s Porbley
Developing a new sustainable business model is the only way to stay … This means that the South African insurance giant now has operations in 33 …
Hong Kong rolls out red carpet to African business
Hong Kong Hong Kong, Asia’s leading business destination and the gateway to Mainland China and Asia, is stepping up its efforts to attract African business, with the opening of an InvestHK representative office in Africa. InvestHK, the department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government responsible for Foreign Direct Investment, has a presence
Growth in revenue and subscribers sees MTN up dividend
You can also listen to this podcast on iono.fm here. JIMMY MOYAHA: Now from one of our favourite hotel providers to one of our favourite connectivity providers, MTN. They reported group results [for the year to end-December 2022]. Group earnings were strong, their return on equity was strong. They even paid a dividend. Despite all of
The Orange Social Venture Prize 2023 in Africa and the Middle East ( €70,000 Euro Prize)
Application Deadline: May 21, 2023 An undeniable catalyst for progress, technological innovation can only reach its full potential if it is supported by a solid, viable business proposition that meets current and future social and environmental needs. As well as encouraging innovation, Orange also rewards the positive entrepreneurial spirit of dynamic start-ups within the framework of
Hospital deaths in South Africa blamed on strike
South African Health Minister Joe Phaahla has said the death of at least four patients can be “attributed directly” to an ongoing nationwide strike action by health workers. He has warned that this number may grow, as his team continues to assess clinical reports and visit affected health centres. Strike action by the National Education,
Ghanaian troops earn praise in Operation Flintlock
The programme, which seeks to strengthen partnerships between Africa, the US and other international military and police organisations to enhance security and stability in the African region, involved drills in sea protection, tactical training, piracy attack rescue and crew rescue and protection. The exercise, being hosted simultaneously in Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire, has 1,300 military
Throne Digital Innovation: Marketing agency boost business revenue with innovative strategies
In today’s competitive business world, digital marketing has become a powerful tool for businesses to increase revenue by reaching and engaging with their target audience. To unlock and increase revenue, businesses can invest in a strong online presence, use data-driven marketing techniques, leverage social media, focus on content marketing, and invest in paid advertising. By
SESA launches capacity building programme for Africa
Smart Energy Solutions for Africa (SESA) has launched a capacity-building programme that aims to close the knowledge gap on renewable and smart energy solution technologies, which is currently underway in a number of African countries. The project, coordinated by ICLEI Europe, is currently underway in Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Morocco, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa and
Ghana, Nigeria, Zambia…Why food inflation is not slowing down in Africa
The continent has yet to see the benefits of this tendency experienced in other parts of the world. In early March, the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) congratulated itself for the 11th consecutive month of decline in the core international food price index.
MTN slumps as it reports R695m load shedding hit, CEO warns of SA’s ‘failed state’ risk
Africa’s largest mobile operator MTN has upped its 2022 dividend by double digits, as it continues to benefit from higher demand for data on the continent. MTN’s reported headline earnings rose 16.9%, while it upped its final dividend by 30c (10%) to 330c per share. However, on Monday it revised its targeted core profit margin