Starbucks Corporation has appointed renowned Zambian-born economist, Baroness Dambisa Moyo, to its board of directors. Known for her independent thinking, deep macroeconomic insight, and advocacy for global development finance, Moyo joins the board at a time when the coffee giant is rethinking its long-term strategy in a volatile international market. Her appointment introduces a voice shaped by decades of […]
MTN Uganda, chaired by seasoned Ugandan tycoon Charles Mbire, has completed the structural separation of its mobile money operations into a standalone fintech business, officially setting the stage for its long-term expansion in Uganda’s financial technology space. At the company’s Extraordinary General Meeting held on 22 July 2025, shareholders gave their full backing for the spin-off. This strategic move […]
UNICEF has appointed Wafaa Saeed Abdelatef as its new Country Representative. The announcement marks a pivotal moment for the agency’s work in Africa’s most populous nation, where millions of children remain at risk due to poverty, conflict, disease, and disrupted access to education. A seasoned humanitarian with over two decades of field experience, Abdelatef steps into the role with […]
Nigerian-born leadership coach and human behaviour expert, Mfon Ekpo, has become the first recipient of the Outstanding Contribution Alumni Award from the University of Southampton. The award, newly introduced to commemorate transformative influence by its graduates, breaks a 163-year precedent at one of the United Kingdom’s most respected academic institutions. Mfon Ekpo’s honour is not merely ceremonial. It stands […]
Abdul Samad Rabiu, the quietly strategic billionaire behind Nigeria’s BUA Group, has seen his net worth surge to an estimated $6 billion, following strong performances in his cement and food manufacturing businesses. The new valuation, tracked by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, reaffirms Rabiu’s position as one of Africa’s most influential industrialists and a central player in West Africa’s production […]
Dr Fene Osakwe, a Nigerian-born cybersecurity expert, was honoured with the Technology Impact Award at the African Achievers Awards held at the Palace of Westminster, UK Parliament. His recognition marked the inaugural inclusion of a Technology category at the ceremony and solidified his standing as a global leader in digital security. This award builds on his historic win as the first […]
The Malala Fund has announced the appointment of Vanessa Kingori OBE, one of Britain’s most respected tech and media executives, to its global Board of Directors. Known for rewriting narratives at the highest levels of publishing and tech, Kingori brings a rare combination of commercial intelligence, cultural insight, and deep personal conviction to an organisation fighting for one of […]
Track and field legend Allyson Felix has officially been inducted into the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Hall of Fame, solidifying her place as one of the most decorated and respected athletes in American sports history. The seven-time Olympic gold medallist and 13-time world champion was honoured in a special ceremony that paid tribute to her two-decade career, not just […]
Kepler College has announced the appointment of Dr Emelyne Gasana Umunoza as Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic and Research Affairs, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and inclusive leadership in higher education across Africa. Dr Umunoza brings with her a wealth of experience in research, pedagogy, and academic leadership. Her appointment is seen as […]
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, is reportedly advancing plans to develop a new deep-sea port on the outskirts of Lagos, further strengthening his grip on Nigeria’s industrial and logistics landscape. Sources close to the Dangote Group confirm that the proposed port is part of a larger vision to create a self-sustaining industrial ecosystem around the Lekki Free Trade Zone, […]
