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With WhatsApp rolling out usernames, WhatsApp users, and specifically businesses, are being urged to urgently reserve their own customised WhatsApp number. This is done in a similar manner to creating a unique website domain. While this feature is not yet available in South Africa, it is currently being tested on different platforms. “A WhatsApp unique …
Conservation and welfare organisations urge renewed commitment and action to end South Africa’s captive lion industry. Cape Town – In honour of World Lion Day observed on 10 August, four leading animal welfare and conservation organisations are renewing calls for South Africa to honour its commitment to phase out the commercial captive lion industry. As …
Very few, if any, in the Springbok Women squad were as pleased as Aseza Hele after she made a successful return to the Test arena on Saturday in Suva, where South Africa delivered a commanding performance as they defeated Fiji 55-12. For Hele, who played in her 33rd Test, the return to the green and …
We’re into the second half of the year. That means we have more than six months of data on our spending, saving and borrowing decisions. As we approach an expensive stretch of the year (school fees, holidays and festive-season costs are around the corner), taking an honest look at where our money has gone, measured …
Durban: Executives should understand where work is slowing down before deciding which AI platform—or combination of solutions—their organisation needs. By Arnold Muscat, Director of College Africa Group A CEO approves Microsoft Copilot licences for the management team. Another department starts experimenting with ChatGPT. Individual employees adopt additional AI tools they have discovered online. Six months …
For many South Africans, debt has quietly shifted from being a financial tool to becoming a means of simply staying afloat from month to month. “The greatest financial risk facing many South Africans is not that they have debt. It is that they are using debt to finance their current lifestyle rather than to build …
The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) welcomes the settlement reached between Kleinfontein Share Block and the Tshwane Metro, which has just been confirmed by the High Court in Pretoria and made an order of court. These developments mark the end of a to-and-fro legal battle in the courts between the community and the Metro after […]
The post Freedom Front Plus welcomes settlement between Tshwane and Kleinfontein appeared first on Freedom Front Plus.
Reigning African Championships 1500m gold medalist Karabo More will join the Women’s Month celebrations when she toes the line at the iconic Totalsports Women’s Race Joburg on Sunday, 16 August 2026. Featuring both 5km and 10km events, the Totalsports Women’s Race Joburg welcomes everyone from elite athletes chasing victory to first-time participants and families enjoying …
NDOLA, ZAMBIA – A Zambian student from Ndola who achieved Grade One distinctions in all eight subjects on his 2024 School Certificate has secured admission to Beihang University in Beijing, China, to study Mechanical Engineering, but a remaining funding gap could affect his ability to take up the place. Mordecai Simumba is expected to begin …
As South Africa prepares for another national minimum wage increase in 2027, financial experts are cautioning that higher wages alone will not be enough to protect millions of households from mounting financial pressure. The National Minimum Wage Commission has opened the public participation process for the 2027 adjustment, with economists expecting the hourly minimum wage …
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) alerts consumers of the recall of certain Toyota vehicles, as notified by Toyota SA Motors (Pty) Ltd (Toyota). The recall relates to a combination meter reprogramming issue affecting certain Toyota RAV4 PHEV (16), Corolla Cross (4), Corolla Hatchback (391), Crown (21) and GR Corolla (86) vehicles. The affected vehicles were …
Traders with documents and permits chased away, leaving Bellville bus terminus market almost empty
The country is likely to have a much stronger opposition to contend with after the 2026 polls.
Zimbabwe approved investment projects worth $1.59 billion in the second quarter of 2026, with mining and manufacturing accounting for about […]
Government urges members of the public to remain vigilant and exercise extreme caution as severe winter weather, including heavy snowfall, freezing conditions, rain and strong winds, affect several parts of the country. The weather has already resulted in a number of road closures and disruptions across several provinces.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued weather warnings for parts of the country, with conditions expected to bring hazardous travel, particularly over mountainous areas and along affected road networks.
The South African Weather Service has issued an Orange Level 6 warning for disruptive snow, with parts of the Eastern Cape and Free State among the hardest hit, with snowfall affecting a number of major routes and mountain passes. Motorists are advised that Penhoek Pass along the N6 between Komani (Queenstown) and James Calata (Jamestown) has been reopened to traffic. The roadway is currently drivable, following the removal of most of the snow from the road surface by a grader. The R58 between Lady Grey and Ekhephini (Barkly East) has also reopened to traffic.
In KwaZulu-Natal and the Free State, authorities are closely monitoring conditions along the N3 and other routes, including the Van Reenen and Oliviershoek Pass areas, where snow, sleet, rain, ice and hazardous road conditions are affecting travel. The N3 between Harrismith and Van Reenen Pass should be approached with extreme caution. Emergency teams are spraying brine across all lanes to prevent black ice from forming.
Other areas, including parts of Mpumalanga and the Western Cape, are also experiencing adverse winter weather, with some routes affected by snowfall, icy conditions and strong winds.
A Yellow Level 2 warning for disruptive winds has also been issued for parts of the Northern Cape and Western Cape. Strong winds may result in localised impacts, including hazardous travelling conditions, reduced visibility and disruption to transport.
Government, through the National Disaster Management Centre, provincial and local disaster management structures, traffic authorities, emergency services and other relevant stakeholders, continues to monitor the situation and coordinate response measures in affected areas.
Authorities are assessing road conditions, managing closures where necessary and working to keep affected routes safe and accessible where conditions permit. Government further appeals to motorists to exercise patience and cooperate with traffic and emergency officials. Road closures are implemented to protect lives, and motorists should not attempt to bypass barriers or access roads that have been declared unsafe
Members of the public are reminded that weather and road conditions can change rapidly. Roads that are currently open may subsequently be closed if conditions deteriorate, while previously closed routes may be reopened once they have been assessed and cleared by the relevant authorities.
The public is urged to rely on official updates from the South African Weather Service, provincial traffic authorities, road agencies, disaster management structures and emergency services for the latest information.
Government will continue to closely monitor the weather system and its impacts across the country and will coordinate with relevant authorities to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to protect communities and road users.
Government urges the public to take the following precautions:
• Avoid unnecessary travel to areas affected by heavy snowfall, ice, strong winds, flooding or other hazardous weather conditions.
• Do not attempt to drive on roads that have been closed by traffic or emergency authorities.
• Motorists travelling on roads that remain open should reduce their speed, maintain a safe following distance and exercise extreme caution, particularly on mountain passes.
• Follow the instructions and guidance of traffic officials, emergency services and disaster management authorities.
• Check the latest weather and road conditions from verified sources before undertaking long-distance journeys.
• Where possible, postpone travel until conditions have improved and affected routes have been assessed and declared safe.
• Avoid sharing unverified information about road closures and weather conditions, as this may cause confusion and place motorists and communities at greater risk.
• Take precautions to protect children, older people and other vulnerable people from extreme cold.
• Farmers and livestock owners are encouraged to ensure that livestock and other animals are kept in safe, warm and adequately sheltered areas during periods of severe cold and snowfall.
Government urges all members of the public to remain vigilant, exercise caution and prioritise their safety as winter weather conditions continue to evolve.
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The original Recreational Activity Vehicle is back and ready for a new set of adventures. With the launch of the all-new Toyota RAV4, the team at Toyota South Africa Motors, together with Publicis Groupe Africa’s Studio One, set out to capture the vehicle’s spirit of freedom, capability and innovation in a light-hearted and engaging campaign. …
The SA Under-U18 and SA U18 ‘A’ teams both show wholesale rotational changes for their second-round matches of the U18 International Series against Ireland and Georgia at Boland Landbou on Tuesday. The SA U18 ‘A’ side will again open the day’s schedule against Georgia at 11h30. That match will be followed by the England vs …
As global demand for critical energy transition minerals (CETMs) continues to increase, local processing and value addition is the Southern African Development Community (SADC)'s fastest route to industrialisation and economic diversification.
The recent 9th SADC Industrialisation Week (SIW) and Exhibition, held in Durban South Africa, highlighted a key initiative promoting responsible mineral extraction.
Supported financially by the International Climate Initiative (IKI), the five-year regional project on responsible and inclusive energy transition mineral value chains is led by the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). It is promoting responsible mining and sustainable industrialisation across the six SADC countries.
From copper in Zambia, cobalt in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), manganese in South Africa and lithium in Zimbabwe, the SADC region is key to a clean energy future and to green industrialisation around the world.
Held under the theme, Resilient, Sustainable and Inclusive Industrialisation through Infrastructure Development, Agricultural and Critical Minerals Transformation in Pursuit of a Just World, the SIW underscored the critical importance of responsible mineral extraction.
“Our work, through the project on promoting ESG principles and responsible mining directly contributes to sustainable industrialisation because environmental governance is critical in shaping industrial policy across the SADC region,” said ECA Economic Affairs Officer, Oliver Maponga, noting that the responsible exploitation and value addition of critical energy transition minerals in the region was a key contributor to value chains development, industrialisation, transformation and economic diversification.
The project is being implemented in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe which hold vast reserves of cobalt, copper lithium, manganese, platinum group metals, and rare earth elements. The implementing partners in the project include the African Union Commission's African Minerals Development Centre; the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits Enterprise); WWF Germany, the German Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR) and Projekt Consult GmbH. The project will result in the development of ESG compliant mining policies, improved environmental and climate monitoring practices while ensuring participation and benefit sharing of local mining communities in mining-related governance and the strengthened capacity of communities in mining areas.
A panel convened by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and ECA during the Industrialisation Week, on "Towards Competitive and Resilient Industrialisation in SADC” focused on enhancing industrial competitiveness by aligning regional policies with the needs of enterprises, traders, and mining communities and on artisanal small-scale miners as key actors along the CETMs value chain.
The discussion focused on how artisanal small-scale mining (ASM) contributes to the critical energy transition mineral value chains and how they should not be left behind in the sharing of benefits.
“Artisanal and small-scale miners occupy important nodes in the supply of critical energy transition minerals as reliable sources of the minerals despite their technological, financial and skills limitations,” said Maponga. “We need to ensure that the benefits that result from responsible mining and processing of critical energy transition minerals trickle down to the entire mining value chain.”
The empowerment of artisanal and small-scale miners in responsible mining value chains is a key recommendation in the United Nations Secretary-General's Panel on Critical Energy Transition Minerals.
Speaking at the SIW, the SADC Executive Secretary, Elias Magosi, noted that the regional body was endowed with the mineral resources, markets and partnerships needed to industrialise. What is needed is to prioritise industrialization through investing in infrastructure and skills, transforming agricultural value chains, and beneficiating critical energy transition minerals at source.
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Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has called up veteran utility forward Deon Fourie to the national squad for the forthcoming Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series, presented by Castle Double Malt, following his return from a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to injury. The 39-year-old Fourie, who doubles up as a loose forward and hooker, will join …
Boasting a 30:29 10km personal best, Kenya’s Brenda Kenei is excited to make her South African debut at the Totalsports Women’s Race Joburg on Sunday, 16 August 2026. “I’m excited to compete in South Africa for the first time, especially in a women’s-only race where I can celebrate alongside thousands of sports-loving women while chasing …
Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, in partnership with the Africa's First Ladies, also the Ambassadors of “Merck Foundation more Than a Mother” announced the winners of their Fashion, Song, and Film Awards 2025, under two themes: “More Than a Mother” and “Diabetes & Hypertension”. The theme of “More Than a Mother” Awards was to raise awareness on social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/or Stopping GBV at all levels. The theme of “Diabetes and Hypertension” Awards was to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension in African countries.
Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) expressed, “I am incredibly proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Merck Foundation Fashion, Song and Film Awards together with my dear sisters, African First Ladies, who are also the Ambassadors of “Merck Foundation More Than a Mother”.
I congratulate our 51 winners from 15 African countries. I am truly impressed by the quality and quantity of the entries we received this year. Our winners have creatively and effectively conveyed important social and health awareness messages through their work. I have always believed that fashion and art play a crucial role in raising awareness about health and sensitive social issues.”
Merck Foundation also announced the Call for Applications for the 2026 Edition of Merck Foundation Fashion, Song & Film Awards ‘More Than a Mother' and ‘Diabetes & Hypertension', in partnership with First Ladies of Africa and Asia.
“We invite the young talents to submit their creative work, carrying powerful messages that break the silence,” she added.
Here is the list of Merck Foundation FASHION Awards “More Than a Mother” 2025 Winners:
Ropafadzo Mapira, ZIMBABWE, First Position
Adebayo Balikis Ireti, NIGERIA, First Position
Christianah Adebimpe Dare, NIGERIA, First Position
Mame Bara Gaye, SENEGAL, Second Position
Serigne Modou Diouf, SENEGAL, Second Position
Johannes Medard Tairo, TANZANIA, Second Position
Niyigena Angella, UGANDA, Second Position
Giovanni Peter Gazigile, TANZANIA, Third Position
Kutesa Tyson Vicent, UGANDA, Third Position
Linda Ngwira, ZAMBIA, Third Position
Gibstar Makangila, ZAMBIA, Third Position
Mercy Duke, ZIMBABWE, Third Position
Oluwatosin Oloruntobi Adeyanju, NIGERIA, Third Position
Ngatendwe Hope Gowera, NAMIBIA, Third Position
Here are the Winners of Merck Foundation FASHION Awards “Diabetes & Hypertension” 2025:
Christianah Adebimpe Dare, NIGERIA, First position
Lynn Chipendo, ZIMBABWE, First position
Beatricia Lucas, NAMIBIA, Second Position
Tinotenda Nissi Mafusire, ZAMBIA, Second Position
Oloyede Eniola Sunday, NIGERIA, Second Position
Isabel Mawusinu Kulafe, GHANA, Third Position
Mercy Njeri Daniel, KENYA, Third Position
Hezra Carolina Gove, MOZAMBIQUE, Third Position
Here is the list of winners of Merck Foundation ‘More Than a Mother' Song Awards 2025:
English Language
Vincent Owino, KENYA, First Position
Alice Eze, NIGERIA, First Position
Maureen Kabasiita, UGANDA, Second Position
Warren Frank Kawiche, TANZANIA, Third Position
OBED Murphy Agai, NIGERIA, Third Position
Christianah Adebimpe Dare, NIGERIA, Third Position
Cardi Shembazè, NIGERIA, Third Position
Neema Nasirumbi, KENYA, Third Position
French Language
Kumbuka Bashonga Jeremie, DRC, First Position
Ndiouga FALL, SENEGAL, First Position
Brake Mackaya, GABON, Second Position
Natty Stelle KOKOLO, SENEGAL, Third Position
Local Language
Coumba Coly, SENEGAL, First Position
Bigirimana Linah Blanche, BURUNDI, First Position
Here is the list of winners of Merck Foundation ‘Diabetes & Hypertension' Song Awards 2025:
English Language
Jasmin Dally Koech, KENYA, First Position
Omotola Ijaola, NIGERIA, Second Position
Dr Ndumiso Tshuma, SOUTH AFRICA, Third Position
French Language
Étienne Kasereka, DRC, First Position
Nantenaina Andriamorasata, MADAGASCAR, Second Position
Here is the list of winners of Merck Foundation ‘More Than a Mother' Film Awards 2025:
English Language
Calvin Oyula, KENYA, First Position
Temitope Adebisi Adeyanju, NIGERIA, Second Position
Bartholomew Sey, GHANA, Third Position
French Language
Baderhwa Benoit, GABON, First Position
David LeGrand F, GABON, First Position
Thierno Seydou Nouro SY, SENEGAL, Second Position
Meye Fabien, GABON, Second Position
Here is the list of winners of Merck Foundation ‘Diabetes & Hypertension' Film Awards 2025:
Mukendi Wabiuma Josué Yann, GABON, First Position
Stephano Bloquet, MAURITIUS, Second Position
Denis Manuel, NAMIBIA, Second Position
As part of their Community Awareness Program, Merck Foundation has released more than 30 songs in English, French, Portuguese, and local languages, with the aim to address important issues like Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, and Diabetes Awareness.
Click here to listen to Merck Foundation Songs:
Moreover, Merck Foundation has also released a series of Animation Films in English, French, Portuguese, Swahilli and Spanish to address a wide range of social and health issues.
Watch Merck Foundation's More Than a Mother Animation Film: https://apo-opa.co/3SkVBvP
Merck Foundation CEO has also conceptualized, produced, directed, and co-hosted ‘Our Africa by Merck Foundation,' a pan-African TV program designed to feature African Fashion Designers, Singers, and prominent experts from various fields with the aim of raising awareness and creating a culture shift across Africa. Watch the Promo: https://apo-opa.co/4xv7P3O
The TV program has been broadcasted on prime TV stations in several countries, capturing the attention and hearts of millions of viewers across the continent. “Our Africa” TV Program is also available on social media handles of Dr. Rasha Kelej (Facebook (https://apo-opa.co/4xqOr88), Instagram (https://apo-opa.co/3TIrfDX), Twitter (https://apo-opa.co/4hXSRyK) and YouTube (https://apo-opa.co/4q70rsZ)) and Merck Foundation (Facebook (https://apo-opa.co/45CcLs1), Instagram (https://apo-opa.co/45iqGTS), Twitter (https://apo-opa.co/4hqeFmu) and YouTube (https://apo-opa.co/45kf1Ux)).
Details of Merck Foundation Awards 2026:
1. Merck Foundation Africa Media Recognition Awards “More Than a Mother” 2026: Media representatives and media students from African Countries are invited to showcase their work to raise awareness about one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.
Submitting multiple applications will increase the chances of winning the award.
Submission deadline: 30th September 2026.
2. Merck Foundation Film Awards “More Than a Mother” 2026: All African Filmmakers, Students of Film Making Training Institutions, or Young Talents of Africa are invited to create and share a long or short FILMS, either drama, documentary, or docudrama to deliver strong and influential messages to address one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.
Submission deadline: 30th September 2026.
3. Merck Foundation Fashion Awards “More Than a Mother” 2026: All African Fashion Students and Designers are invited to create and share designs to deliver strong and influential messages to raise awareness about one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.
Submission deadline: 30th September 2026.
4. Merck Foundation Song Awards “More Than a Mother” 2026: All African Singers and Musical Artists are invited to create and share a SONG with the aim to address one or more of the following social issues such as: Breaking Infertility Stigma, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Ending Child Marriage, Ending FGM, and/ or Stopping GBV at all levels.
Submission deadline: 30th September 2026.
5. Merck Foundation Media Recognition Awards “Diabetes & Hypertension” 2026:
Media representatives from African, Asian and Latin American Countries are invited to showcase their work through strong and influential messages to promote a healthy lifestyle, raise awareness about the prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.
Submitting multiple applications will increase the chances of winning the award.
Submission deadline: 30th October 2026.
6. Merck Foundation Film Awards “Diabetes & Hypertension” 2026: All African Filmmakers, Students of Film Making Training Institutions or Young Talents of Africa are invited to create and share a long or short FILMS, either drama, documentary or docudrama to deliver strong and influential messages to promote a healthy lifestyle, raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.
Submission deadline: 30th October 2026.
7. Merck Foundation Fashion Awards “Diabetes & Hypertension” 2026: All African Fashion Students and Designers are invited to create and share designs to deliver strong and influential messages to promote a healthy lifestyle, raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.
Submission deadline: 30th October 2026.
8. Merck Foundation Song Awards “Diabetes & Hypertension” 2026: All African Singers and Musical Artists are invited to create and share a SONG with the aim to promote a healthy lifestyle, raise awareness about prevention and early detection of Diabetes and Hypertension.
Submission deadline: 30th October 2026.
Apply: https://apo-opa.co/4hlMSUl
Entries can also be submitted via email to:
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Sierra Leone takes centre stage in the August 2026 edition of Pan African Visions (PAV) (https://PanAfricanVisions.com) Magazine, with an expansive package examining the country's changing development landscape, President Julius Maada Bio's leadership, the growing profile of First Lady Fatima Maada Bio, and the sectors and institutions shaping its future.
Published under the cover theme “Julius Maada Bio and Sierra Leone's New Dawn,” the 90th edition of PAV Magazine goes beyond the headlines to assess a country working to strengthen its regional standing while confronting the demanding task of converting reforms, stability and international partnerships into sustainable economic opportunities.
The Sierra Leone package comes at a significant moment. President Bio's regional leadership and Sierra Leone's recent hosting of major regional engagements have helped raise the country's diplomatic profile and reinforce its emergence as an increasingly consequential voice in West Africa.
PAV examines what these developments mean beyond diplomacy. Through interviews, profiles and analysis, the edition explores Sierra Leone's infrastructure, energy ambitions, roads, ports, tourism, mining, investment prospects and institutional reforms, highlighting both progress and the considerable work that remains.
Infrastructure features prominently. From improvements in roads and transport connectivity to developments at the country's ports and new facilities supporting international engagement, the magazine examines investments designed to improve Sierra Leone's competitiveness and position it for greater trade, tourism and investment.
Energy is another important part of the conversation. With Sierra Leone seeking new investment and partnerships across the energy value chain, PAV explores a sector whose evolution could prove decisive to the country's industrialisation ambitions and broader economic transformation.
The August edition also looks at Sierra Leone beyond economics. A major feature examines the work and growing international profile of First Lady Fatima Maada Bio, whose advocacy for the protection and empowerment of women and girls has become one of the country's most visible social initiatives. Her engagement on education, gender equality, agriculture and development, alongside partnerships with continental and international actors, reflects the expanding role of African First Ladies in advancing social causes.
Tourism, diaspora engagement, philanthropy and institutional leadership also feature prominently, offering readers a broader picture of the personalities, institutions and opportunities contributing to Sierra Leone's changing narrative.
Beyond Sierra Leone, the August edition maintains PAV's continental lens with a compelling mix of politics, economics, investment and sport.
In Senegal, PAV examines President Bassirou Diomaye Faye's evolving political strategy and changing political dynamics under the headline “Diomaye Faye's New Power Play.”
Botswana's diamond economy faces a different test. Long celebrated as one of Africa's strongest development success stories, the country is confronting vulnerabilities created by its dependence on diamonds and the growing urgency for meaningful economic diversification.
In South Africa, the magazine turns to the complexities of coalition governance and the continuing test of whether competing political forces can translate an unprecedented governing arrangement into effective leadership and delivery.
The edition also asks one of Central Africa's most consequential political questions: what comes after Paul Biya After more than four decades of his rule, Cameroon's political future and the uncertainties surrounding succession are explored in “The Unanswered Post-Biya Question.”
Africa's expanding investment relationships beyond its traditional partners receive attention through an exclusive interview with Dr. M'zée Fula Ngenge, Chairperson of the Africa Pavilion and Co-Founder of the Africa GCC Council, who discusses efforts to build a stronger Africa-GCC investment bridge and connect African projects, entrepreneurs and governments with capital and opportunities across the Gulf.
Meanwhile, Brian Wesaala, Founder and President of the Football Foundation for Africa, shares his vision for transforming Africa's immense football passion and talent into a stronger commercial ecosystem capable of generating investment, businesses and jobs.
Together, the stories capture the diversity of a continent where political transitions, economic pressures, reform efforts, development ambitions and new investment partnerships are unfolding simultaneously.
Read the August Edition
The August 2026 edition of Pan African Visions Magazine – Edition 90, Vol. VIII is available online, giving readers, policymakers, investors, development partners and other stakeholders access to the full collection of interviews, features and analysis.
Read or view the full magazine here:
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Pan African Visions is an Africa-focused media platform providing news, interviews, analysis and insights on politics, business, investment, energy, development, diplomacy and other issues shaping the continent.
Through PanAfricanVisions.com and its monthly magazine, PAV connects policymakers, investors, corporate leaders, diplomats, development institutions, entrepreneurs and diaspora communities with African perspectives, opportunities and decision-makers.
A distinctive feature of Pan African Visions Magazine is its tradition of thematic and special editions, providing deeper coverage of countries, strategic sectors, major continental events and issues of importance to Africa. Previous editions have placed special emphasis on energy, fintech, investment, mining, governance, leadership and economic transformation, combining high-level interviews with analysis and perspectives from policymakers, corporate executives and industry leaders.
That thematic approach continues in the months ahead. The September 2026 edition will place the Central African Think Tank Forum in focus, providing a platform for conversations around policy research, evidence-based decision-making and the role of think tanks in addressing Central Africa's development challenges.
This will be followed in October by PAV's annual African Energy Week Special Edition, one of the magazine's flagship sector-focused publications. The special will bring together interviews, corporate profiles, investment perspectives, thought leadership and analysis around Africa's rapidly changing energy landscape and the companies, governments and personalities driving it.
These thematic editions are part of PAV's commitment to move beyond episodic coverage and provide sustained platforms through which African priorities, investment opportunities, policy debates and success stories can reach influential audiences across Africa and internationally.
Committed to “Marketing African Success Stories,” Pan African Visions seeks to strengthen Africa's voice in the global information landscape while providing balanced coverage of the continent's opportunities, achievements and challenges.
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PAV's thematic and special editions offer particularly strong opportunities for organisations seeking to align their brands, expertise and leadership with major African conversations. The September Central African Think Tank Forum focus and October African Energy Week Special Edition are open to strategic partnerships, advertising, executive interviews, corporate profiles, thought leadership and customised visibility opportunities.
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