African Business Magazine

South Africa’s G20 presidency comes at a challenging time, with growing tensions between Pretoria & Washington. As geopolitical shifts redefine global alliances, what does this mean for South Africa’s leadership role on the world stage? Read more: 📖 https://lnkd.in/e_pJhZBz #SouthAfrica #G20 #Diplomacy #Geopolitics #GlobalLeadership

Kenya is witnessing a financial shift with the rise of specialised funds, including venture capital, climate finance & SME-focused initiatives. These funds are reshaping the investment landscape & unlocking new opportunities for businesses. What are the key players & trends driving this transformation? Find out more: 📖 https://lnkd.in/dzfHRg7z #Kenya #Finance #Investment #VentureCapital

Africa is positioning itself as a prime destination for digital nomads. With countries like Kenya, Namibia & Cape Verde rolling out remote work visas, global professionals are choosing the continent for its affordability, vibrant tech hubs & quality of life. But what does this growing trend mean for local communities, economies & housing markets? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dGFC_2dE #DigitalNomads #RemoteWork #AfricaTech

🧵 Weaving Bright Futures in Benin! Discover how Afreximbank’s support for the Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ), in partnership with Arise IIP, is boosting textile production, creating jobs, and strengthening Africa’s manufacturing sector. ▶️ Watch now: https://lnkd.in/diqc4tVW Partner Content: African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) #PartnerContent #Afreximbank #GDIZ #AriseIIP #ManufacturingAfrica

How can skills levies help unlock Africa’s economic potential? In this short video, we highlight how countries across the continent are using levy-funded strategies to boost workforce development, support vocational training, and align education with real market needs. This is part of the British Council’s in-depth report: Skills Levies in Africa: A Way Forward. 📥 Download the full report here: https://lnkd.in/e5QPHDdQ British Council #SkillsDevelopment #TVET #Africa #PartnerPost #BritishCouncil

How will new sources of energy and technology boost Africa’s development? Find out at the Djibouti Forum 2025, where public and private sector leaders will explore innovations driving the continent’s future. 📅 6–8 April 2025 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/evRZ7HA8 #DjiboutiForum #EnergyTransition #TechnologyInAfrica #SustainableDevelopment #AfricaFuture #RegisterNow

🎤 Speaker Announcement: George Olaka We are pleased to welcome George Olaka, Chief Financial Officer at ARISE IIP and ARISE IS, as a speaker at the Djibouti Forum 2025. With extensive experience in strategic finance and infrastructure investment, George brings a valuable perspective on building scalable industrial ecosystems across Africa. 📅 Join us from 6–8 April for in-depth discussions on industrialisation, investment, and Africa’s economic transformation. 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/evRZ7HA8 #DjiboutiForum #GeorgeOlaka #AriseIIP #AriseIS #IndustrialAfrica #FinanceLeadership #RegisterNow

✈️ Kenya Airways returns to profit – but risks remain After years of financial struggles, Kenya Airways posted its first profit in over a decade in 2024. CEO Allan Kilavuka highlighted an EBITDA ratio of 20%, surpassing the industry average of 17%. Aviation analyst Sindy Foster credits the Project Kifaru turnaround plan for improving operations, but warns that forex gains played a crucial role. The Kenyan shilling’s 25% appreciation boosted KQ’s balance sheet by KES 1.2bn ($9.3m), reversing the KES 19.1bn ($148m) forex losses from 2023. 📊 Key takeaways: ✔️ Project Kifaru improved efficiency & cost control ✔️ Stronger shilling tipped KQ into profitability ✔️ Foreign exchange risk remains a major challenge For sustainable success, KQ must reduce forex exposure and strengthen its core business. Can it maintain its momentum? 📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dvysH24A #KenyaAirways #Aviation #ForexMarket #EconomicGrowth #AfricaBusiness

🎤 Speaker Announcement: Ryan Collyer We are pleased to welcome Ryan Collyer, CEO of ROSATOM CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN AFRICA, as a speaker at the Djibouti Forum 2025. With deep expertise in energy and infrastructure development, Ryan will share unique insights on nuclear innovation and sustainable energy strategies shaping Africa’s industrial future. 📅 Join us from 6–8 April to connect with leaders driving transformation across the continent. 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/evRZ7HA8 #DjiboutiForum #RyanCollyer #Rosatom #EnergyInnovation #AfricaDevelopment #RegisterNow

From fintech to e-governance, Africa’s digital transformation is redefining the way we do business. Find out how leading innovators, investors, and policymakers are shaping the continent’s digital future. 📅 Join us from 6–8 April at the Djibouti Forum 2025. 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/evRZ7HA8 #DjiboutiForum #DigitalAfrica #Innovation #SmartGrowth #TechInAfrica #RegisterNow