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Orange and Airtel Join Forces to Enable International Money Transfers Between Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso

This partnership between Orange and Airtel enables Orange customers, for the first time, to send and receive money to or from people based in a country outside the Group’s footprint.

L’Oréal and CFAO Sign a Production and Distribution Partnership for Ivory Coast

L'Oréal and CFAO announced today the signing of a protocol agreement covering the production and distribution of cosmetic products in Ivory Coast

Marc Koska Helps Africa Step Towards a Sustainable Future

The introduction of the LifeSaver auto-disable syringe by Marc Koska is set to have significant ramifications on the global healthcare industry, and no more so than in Africa where both costs and loss of life are set to be dramatically reduced.

Africa’s Ultra-Broadband Revolution

Michel Combes, CEO of Alcatel-Lucent presents his vision for Africa and the ultra-broadband revolution coming to the continent.

Mugo Kibati Becomes New CEO of Pan Africa Holdings

Former Vision 2030 director Mugo Kibati has been appointed Group Chief Executive Officer of Pan Africa Insurance Holdings Ltd.

Nielsen: Predicting Brand Success in Africa

A new Nielsen report shows hard retail data, consumer needs and behavior, combined with macro-economic datasets, are better indicators of opportunity and success in African markets

Redstone Report: Global Firms Need to Recognise Expertise of African Law Firms

African law firms are angry, sliced out and frustrated with global elite, says Redstone Report.

Samsung Launches Smart School in Senegal

The Senegal Ministry of Education and Samsung Electronics Africa has announced the launch of a mobile education solution aimed at creating positive change and providing an advanced and interactive classroom experience for learners.

Printronix Announces Partnership with Talk Technology

Printronix Inc. has announced a distribution agreement with Talk Technology, the print technology distribution and channel services specialist, to deliver its print solutions across Africa outside of RSA region.

Anglo American Allays Market Concerns despite Writedown

Anglo American took a $3.9 billion writedown after commodity prices tumbled but has reassured investors with a steady dividend.