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Bombardier backs TAZARA

Bombardier Transportation has offered a preliminary turnkey solution for TAZARA to increase efficiency and capacity in the areas of track, rolling stock, signalling and telecommunications

International Gas Cooperation Summit (IGCS)

How can natural gas play a greater role in South Africa's energy mix?

A Powerful Debate

Among Africa's innumerable industry events that take place each year, power generation is among the most common topics, as epitomised by 2017's Africa Energy Forum and The International Gas Cooperation Summit

The Brexit Effect

Rosalind Kainyah, MBE of Kina Advisory Limited and Dr Amy Jadesimi of LADOL analyse the implications, challenges and opportunities facing African trade in the wake of the UK's 2016 referendum

Bloemfontein : Lord of the Cities

Bloemfontein has quietly and assuredly etched its way into the positive consciousness of South Africans and indeed anyone who has been fortunate to visit the quiet and confident city.

East Africa Seeks Sustainable Manufacturing Success

East Africa's answer to South Africa's Manufacturing Indaba debuted in Nairobi in April, as delegates from around the continent analysed the region, and indeed the wider continent's sector competitiveness

Cape Town : Nature Meets Nurture in SA’s Leading Economic Hub

When it comes to the leading business hubs of Africa, there are a few immediate names that spring to the fore, and – shining like a beacon above the continent’s traditional gateway – Cape Town perhaps stands head and shoulders above them all.

The Rise of Retail Robots

Jan Moganwa, Chief Executive of Customer Solutions at Absa Retail and Business Banking asks whether humans are still the customers' champion, or whether the robots have risen to top spot

African Utility Week

The leading conference and trade exhibition for African power, energy and water professionals