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Huawei to Train Additional 150,000 people in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2027
04 Jul

Huawei to Train Additional 150,000 people in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2027

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Huawei has unveiled a new initiative to train an additional 150,000 talents in Sub-Saharan Africa over the next three years, building on its earlier commitment to equip over 100,000 people in the region with digital skills by 2025. Exceeding its original target ahead of schedule, Huawei has already trained over 120,000 individuals in the past 26 months, marking a 120% achievement. These milestones were announced at the LEAP Summit 2024: ICT Talent and Sustainable Development for Sub-Saharan Africa. LEAP, standing for leadership, employability, advancement, and possibility, was co-hosted by Huawei and the African Telecommunications Union (ATU), as an official partner…
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Pentagon denies plans to establish base in southern African state
01 Jul

Pentagon denies plans to establish base in southern African state

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Washington has no plans to set up a military base in Zambia, the Commander of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM) told reporters on Thursday. General Michael Langley was responding to claims that the US is considering a permanent deployment in Zambia without the approval of the southern African country’s lawmakers and regional authorities. “That’s absolutely false. We have no bases in Zambia. We have no plans to put one there,” the general stated. Last week, Zambian MPs demanded accountability from the government in dealing with regional disputes, warning that hosting AFRICOM forces could strain relations with neighbors. The protests followed…
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Joint green efforts by Africa, China key to growth
24 Jun

Joint green efforts by Africa, China key to growth

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Africa's vast potential for renewable energy, combined with China's technological expertise and investment capacity, presents a unique opportunity for mutual economic growth, experts say. This collaboration can drive sustainable development, alleviate energy poverty and stimulate economic activities across the African continent, they said. Speaking during the African Development Bank Group's annual meeting in Kenya's capital Nairobi, which concluded recently, Kevin Kariuki, the bank's vice-president for power, energy, climate and green growth, said the continent needs to tap into renewable energy for industrial growth. "I believe that by investing in Africa's renewable energy infrastructure, China can help build large-scale solar farms,…
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Shakwa Nyambe Appointed President-Elect of the Association of International Energy Negotiators (AIEN)
22 Jun

Shakwa Nyambe Appointed President-Elect of the Association of International Energy Negotiators (AIEN)

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Shakwa Nyambe has been appointed as the President-Elect of the Association of International Energy Negotiators (AIEN) for the period of 2024 -2025. His appointment was confirmed at the AIEN Board of Directors meeting held on the 10th of June 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. This will pave the way for him to become the Substantive President of the AIEN for the period 2025-2026. This prestigious appointment acknowledges his exceptional leadership and extensive expertise within the global energy sector, and his contributions to educational and networking programs as well as the development of model contracts for the energy sector. Nyambe is the…
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Africa Offers Attractive Investment Opportunities for Japanese Firms, Say African Development Bank Leaders
22 Jun

Africa Offers Attractive Investment Opportunities for Japanese Firms, Say African Development Bank Leaders

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Africa presents a compelling investment destination for Japanese firms, with high growth potential and the African Development Bank's strong support to manage risks, African Development Bank Group leaders stressed at the Japan-Africa Business Forum in Tokyo. "Africa has huge private sector opportunities. The continent offers some of the highest returns globally," said Prof. Kevin Chika Urama, Bank Group Chief Economist and Vice President, in a presentation highlighting Africa's abundant renewable energy potential, and the need for strategic investments in green minerals and value addition. "Smart investments in Africa are good business -- doing well by doing good," he stressed. Dr.…
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KLM Redefines Its Brand with Strategic Enhancement of ‘Travel Well’ Experience
22 Jun

KLM Redefines Its Brand with Strategic Enhancement of ‘Travel Well’ Experience

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KLM has announced a significant evolution inits brand strategy with the introduction of ‘Travel Well’, its newplatform that is designed to enrich the travel experience for every passenger. Underpinned by adedication to enhance the meaningfulness of travel journeys, Travel Wellembodies KLM's commitment to foster genuine connections with travellers. Thisinitiative integrates thoughtfulness and care into every aspect of the KLMexperience, ensuring that each journey is memorable and impactful. "As part ofTravel Well, KLM has refined its purpose to 'creating memorable experiences onthe planet we care for'. This reinforces our belief that travel is not justabout reaching a destination, but about experiencing…
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