By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is calling on African leaders to advocate for a fairer approach to global health security, emphasizing the need for an inclusive pandemic response agreement that benefits all countries, especially those in the Global South. This call is part of AHF’s Save Our Society (SOS) campaign ahead of the…
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Ayanda Carter, founder and Creative Director of Iroko Interiors and Consulting, is leading a transformative shift in Africa’s design education landscape through her innovative platform, Melanin Creatives. With over a decade of experience in the interior design industry and a host of prestigious awards under her belt, Ayanda is now focused on empowering…
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian The Critical Minerals Africa (CMA) 2024 Summit launched today in Cape Town, featuring market insights from leading research firms Project Blue and Rystad Energy, along with the World Bank, focusing on the evolving African mineral market. Nils Backeberg, Founder and Director at Project Blue, discussed how global geopolitical shifts and the rising demand…
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian As Africa and the Caribbean aim to strengthen economic and cultural ties, a significant barrier stands in the way: the lack of direct air travel between the two regions. This gap in air connectivity is not just a logistical issue; it’s a major obstacle to boosting trade, tourism, and people-to-people interactions. Addressing this…
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian As Africa and the Caribbean aim to strengthen economic and cultural ties, a significant barrier stands in the way: the lack of direct air travel between the two regions. This gap in air connectivity is not just a logistical issue; it’s a major obstacle to boosting trade, tourism, and people-to-people interactions. Addressing this…
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Rabat is home to Africa’s largest theater, a remarkable structure that cost nearly €200 million, but despite being completed three years ago, it remains closed, leaving local officials confused and frustrated. The building, with its futuristic, white, and rounded design, has become an architectural landmark in Morocco’s capital. Designed by the renowned Zaha…
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Rabat is home to Africa’s largest theater, a remarkable structure that cost nearly €200 million, but despite being completed three years ago, it remains closed, leaving local officials confused and frustrated. The building, with its futuristic, white, and rounded design, has become an architectural landmark in Morocco’s capital. Designed by the renowned Zaha…
By Charles Muchoki | Africa Guardian Africa’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry is set for remarkable growth, with the continent’s expansion rate projected to surpass that of regions like the Americas, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific. However, substantial efforts are still needed to fully realize this potential, according to the South African Convention Bureau, a business unit of…
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian In a major step towards enhancing AI-driven marketing in Africa, full-service digital marketing agency Hoorah announced that global advertising giant Monks has acquired a 25% stake in the business. This strategic partnership aims to expand Monks’ footprint in Africa while accelerating the use of AI-first solutions in the region. Unlocking AI-Driven Services Formerly…
Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian Dar es Salaam – The Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) convened an impactful advocacy meeting on October 4, 2024, in Dar es Salaam, bringing together stakeholders from across the microfinance sector to discuss ways to improve financial inclusion and address the challenges facing the industry. The meeting, held at Seashells Millennium Hotel, aimed…