November 13, 2025

The 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024 announced

The London-based New African magazine has released its highly anticipated annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024. The list reflects the shifting trends and priorities in Africa, as the continent faces new challenges and opportunities. The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of Africans from various fields and sectors who have made a positive impact on the continent and the world over the past year.

November 13, 2025

An arrow aimed at the stars can still miss its mark and fall to earth with unintended consequences

On behalf of FamotaX. and Jaequitas , I had the pleasure of attending the symposium on sustainable trade with Africa, organized by the #SDGCAFÉ in The Hague at the Malietoren on Tuesday, 11th February.

The symposium focused on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive of the European Union (https://commission.europa.eu/business-economy-euro/doing-business-eu/sustainability-due-diligence-responsible-business/corporate-sustainability-due-diligence_en) which came into effect on 25th July 2024. I would like to extend my gratitude to the keynote speaker, Mr. Marhijn Visser of VNO-NCW and Carola Baller of the same organization, Mr. Mattijs Renden of NABC Netherlands-African Business Council, Mr. Vincent Gambrah , and Mr. Max Koffi for sharing their valuable insights.

November 13, 2025

Guinea mourns casualties stampede

N’ZÉRÉKORÉ, Guinea — The grand final of the national tournament for revitalization at the regional stadium of N’Zérékoré, resulted in a catastrophe. On December 1st the footballmatch between the teams of N’Zérékoré and Labé was held under the patronage of the trophy of General Mamady Doumbouya (President of the Republic). Several national and regional officials […]