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Cassava Technologies and Accenture Accelerate Sovereign Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cloud Adoption across Africa AFRICA

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, September 23, 2025/ — Cassava Technologies (Cassava) (www.CassavaTechnologies.com), a global technology leader of African heritage, has agreed a strategic collaboration with Accenture (NYSE: ACN) to scale Cassava’s sovereign AI capability across Africa.   Accenture will leverage its AI Refinery™ (https://AIRefinery.Accenture.com) platform and other technologies to design and deliver sovereign AI solutions utilising Cassava’s GPU-as-a-Service […]

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NJ Ayuk on Five Years of Powering Africa’s Energy ENERGY

SANDTON, South Africa, September 18, 2025/ — Five years may seem a short time in the lifespan of an industry, but in the African energy space, it has been nothing short of a revolution. At the heart of that transformation stands NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org/), a figure who has […]

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PRESS RELEASE: Tenth edition of Nigeria Mining Week to feature exciting new industry forums FEATURED

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, September 17, 2025/ — The upcoming Nigeria Mining Week conference and expo will feature exciting new forums to engage mining houses, sector specialists and investors specifically on matters such as steel, gold, gemstones and power. In addition, the Kaduna State Deal Room, Quarrying Forum and Women in Extractive Industries Forum are expected to […]

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PRESS RELEASE: Uganda Chamber of Energy and Mines Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Confirms African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 Participation ENERGY

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, September 17, 2025/ — Humphrey Asiimwe, CEO of the Uganda Chamber of Energy and Mines, has been confirmed as a speaker at the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) – Africa’s premier gathering for mining stakeholders – taking place from October 1-3, 2025, in Cape Town. Asiimwe will feature on the Africa’s […]

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South African Business Confidence Rises in July Despite U.S. 30% Tariff Shock ECONOMY

Johannesburg — August 13, 2025 South Africa’s business sentiment rebounded in July, even as the newly imposed 30% U.S. tariff posed a fresh headwind. According to the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI), the Business Confidence Index climbed to 116.7 from 113.2 in June, signaling renewed optimism backed by stronger manufacturing, vehicle sales, and contained inflation  . Turning Up in […]

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Ghana’s Black Queens Clinch Bronze at 2024 Women’s AFCON After Penalty Shootout Thriller Against South Africa FEATURED

Rabat, Morocco – July 25, 2025 – Ghana’s Black Queens have ended their eight-year wait for a Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) medal after edging defending champions South Africa in a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout victory to claim bronze at the 2024 edition of the tournament. The third-place playoff, held at the Prince Moulay […]

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Chidimma Adetshina Named Miss Africa & Oceania, Places Second at Miss Universe AFRICA

Chidimma Adetshina, a 24-year-old law student and model, made history on November 16, 2024, by finishing as the first runner-up at the Miss Universe competition in Mexico City. Representing Nigeria, Adetshina was also crowned Miss Africa and Oceania, becoming the highest-placed black African woman in the competition since South Africa’s Zozibini Tunzi won in 2019. […]

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Remains of South African Freedom Fighters Return from Zimbabwe and Zambia SOUTH AFRICA

In a moving homecoming, the remains of 42 South African freedom fighters who perished in exile during the apartheid struggle were repatriated to their homeland. The fighters, many of whom played pivotal roles in the fight against the oppressive apartheid regime, were exhumed from Zimbabwe and Zambia, where they had been laid to rest for […]

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Paris 2024: South Africa’s Tatjana Schoenmaker wins gold in the women’s 100m breaststroke at the Paris 2024 Olympics SOUTH AFRICA

Tatjana Schoenmaker has made history for South Africa by winning the gold medal in the women’s 100m breaststroke at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This victory not only adds to her illustrious career but also sets a new Olympic record, underscoring her dominance in the sport. The final, held at the Paris Aquatics Centre, saw Schoenmaker […]

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Paris 2024: Alan Hatherly Secures Bronze in Olympic Mountain Biking for South Africa SOUTH AFRICA

Alan Hatherly has made history for South Africa by clinching the bronze medal in the men’s cross-country mountain biking event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This remarkable feat marks the first time a South African rider has medaled in this category, underscoring Hatherly’s skill and determination. Competing on the demanding terrain of Elancourt Hill, Hatherly […]

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