By Nicholas Norbrook Fresh from meetings with Senegal’s President Faye and Aliko Dangote, and about to celebrate 40 years of banking in the US, UBA chair Tony Elumelu expands on his vision for ‘joining the dots’ across the continent and the world. Tony Elumelu, the ever-kinetic proponent of Africapitalism, advocates for wealth- building within Africa...
5 Billion CFA frs is the amount that will help students realise their school projects at the ICT University in the days ahead. This announcement was made public by Professor Victor Mbarika, Founder and President of board of trustees of the ICT University, at the 14th edition the of matriculation ceremony baptised as George Mbarika...
On 19 October 2024, Ecobank Cameroon celebrated “Ecobank Day” under the theme “Transforming Africa through Education: Boosting Learning with AI”. The day was marked by a panel discussion bringing together experts, government officials and students, highlighting the potential of artificial intelligence in education. In her opening remarks, Gwendoline Abunaw, Managing Director of Ecobank Cameroon, highlighted...
Cameroonian telecommunications operator, Camtel, posted a record net profit of 11.1 billion FCFA in 2023, marking a turning point in its history with a dividend payment to the State, despite persistent operational challenges. Cameroon Telecommunications (Camtel) achieved an unprecedented performance in 2023, posting a net profit of 11.1 billion FCFA, an increase of 23% compared...
I am a proud Nigerian and a proud African. I am also a philanthropist and entrepreneur—and I have seen firsthand that to effectively tackle climate change within the African context, from Egypt to Nigeria to South Africa, we must look to the people it impacts. Too often our businesses have not created value on our...
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) has appointed Fonda Fred Fonda as Chief Finance Officer (CFO) for Africa, where he will oversee the bank’s subsidiaries in Central, West, East, and Southern Africa. Before his appointment, he served as CFO for UBA Cameroon. Fonda is a Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) by profession with several years...
The Agency for the Safety of Air Navigation in Africa and Madagascar ( ASECNA ) has a new Director General. Among 6 candidates (Benin, Chad, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Comoros), it was that of Gabonese Prosper Zo’o Minto’o, who was unanimous. He was elected at the end of the 74th Extra-Ordinary session of the Agency’s Committee of Ministers held on...
Since 2013, AFSIC – Investing in Africa has been the premier event for networking, discussions, and executing investment deals in Africa. Over the past eleven years, it has consistently delivered growth and success for African companies seeking funding and global expansion. AFSIC continues to drive investment into Africa, fostering a strong, sustainable, and innovative future....
His Excellency Carlos Vila Nova; President of São Tomé and Principe; His Excellency Julius Maada Bio President of Sierra Leone; Brice Oligui Nguema President of Gabon; His Excellency; His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo, President of Ghana; and the Queen Maxima of the Netherlands and others have commemorated the 40th anniversary of the United Bank for Africa...
