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By Kinola Pather, CEO of bespoke customer, incentive and employee rewards company Randgo. In today’s challenging business landscape, where success hinges on employee engagement as much as it does on customer satisfaction, staff incentive programmes have emerged as pivotal tools for fostering engagement, rewarding transformation, driving productivity, and nurturing both individual and organisational growth. Here’s …
SpaceSalad Studios, a multi-award-winning indie game studio, has collaborated with renowned editorial cartoonist Zapiro to launch Point of Order (P.O.O) Weekly, a groundbreaking presidential decision-making simulator game. Scheduled to be released ahead of South Africa’s upcoming general elections, P.O.O Weekly aims to educate, engage and empower young people while addressing the concerning trend of low …
A recent addition to the LG refrigerator lineup reflects the latest kitchen trends, combining style and convenience in a modern way. When it comes to selecting the perfect refrigerator, the colour and finish hold more significance than one might think. Beyond the worry of investing heavily in a kitchen renovation only to regret the colour …
By Clive Butkow, Managing Partner of Conducive Capital In today’s dynamic business environment, building a successful business requires a unique blend of vision, agility, visibility of unit economics, strategic planning and flawless execution. By nature, venture capitalists are constantly evaluating new ventures and identifying the key ingredients that lead to long-term success. Having grown and …
Withholding tax plays a crucial role in Australia’s tax system, impacting both residents and foreign investors. This tax is deducted at source on various types of income, including dividends, interest, and royalties, necessitating a clear understanding for effective management and potential reclaim. However, the process of reclaiming withholding tax is fraught with challenges, often leaving …
In the complex world of international finance, withholding tax holds a significant place within Germany’s tax framework. This form of tax, deducted at source on income such as dividends, interest, and royalties, is a fundamental aspect of the German tax system, ensuring that taxes are collected efficiently from foreign and domestic entities alike. As the …
In today’s global economic landscape, international trade and investment have become increasingly complex. This complexity is not just a function of market dynamics, but is also significantly influenced by the intricate web of global tax policies that govern cross-border transactions. Among these, withholding tax plays a pivotal role, impacting decisions made by businesses and investors …
Introduction Booking a driving test in the UK can often involve a long waiting period, but understanding how to effectively use driving test cancellations can help you get your licence faster. In this guide, we’ll explore strategies to find and secure these cancellations efficiently. What Causes Driving Test Cancellations? Driving test cancellations occur …
Introduction Sometimes, unforeseen circumstances require you to change your driving test date. Whether it’s due to personal emergencies or needing more practice time, knowing how to efficiently reschedule your driving test is essential. This article will guide you through the process. Reasons for Changing Your Driving Test Date There are several reasons why …
Introduction At times, you may need to make changes to your driving test schedule. Understanding how to efficiently manage driving test changes can save you time and stress. This guide will help you navigate the process smoothly. Why Changes Occur Various factors can lead to a driving test change, including personal emergencies, scheduling …
Introduction Waiting for a driving test can be frustrating, but understanding how to take advantage of driving test cancellations can help you get your licence sooner. This guide provides strategies to maximise your chances of securing an earlier test date through cancellations. Why Driving Test Cancellations Occur Driving test cancellations happen due to …
Introduction Securing a driving test date in the UK can be a lengthy process, but understanding how to navigate test cancellations can significantly reduce your waiting time. This article provides tips and strategies to take advantage of cancellations and get your driving licence sooner. Why Test Cancellations Happen Test cancellations occur due to …
Introduction Understanding how long a driving test takes and what to expect can help you prepare better. This article provides insights into the duration of a driving test and tips to ensure you’re ready for the big day. How Long is a Driving Test? The actual driving test typically lasts about 40 minutes. This …
On Tuesday, 21st May, over 40 small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the clothing, textile, footwear, and leather (CTFL) sector gathered for the KwaZulu-Natal Clothing & Textile Cluster Origin8 workshop. This free workshop was facilitated through the KZNCTC – a public-private partnership between eThekwini Municipality and clothing, textile, and retail firms in KZN – offering …
NBA Africa (www.NBA.com) and Safaricom, the leading telecommunication company in East Africa, today announced a multiyear youth basketball development collaboration in Kenya that will reach more than 10,000 youth this year through regional and national Jr. NBA tournaments, coaching clinics, and an elite camp for top Kenyan prospects. The collaboration marks the league's most expansive youth development programming in East Africa to date and makes Safaricom an Official Partner of the Jr. NBA in Kenya.
Through the collaboration, NBA Africa and Safaricom will host four regional Jr. NBA tournaments across Kenya for boys and girls ages 16 and under, culminating with a 16-team national tournament later this year. The collaboration will also include Jr. NBA Fit clinics, life-skills seminars, coaching capacity building, and an elite basketball development camp for 100 of the top high-school-age players from across the country. Top prospects from the elite camp will have the opportunity to participate in NBA Africa's other elite development initiatives on the continent.
“Our collaboration with Safaricom builds on the NBA's ongoing efforts to grow basketball in Kenya and across the continent of Africa,” said NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. “We look forward to creating more opportunities for young people to engage in physical activity and learn the values inherent in sport.”
“For over two decades, we have supported Kenyan passion points including sports such as football, rugby and golf,” said Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa. “We have created numerous opportunities for our youth, providing them with a platform through which they can launch their sports careers. We do this because we are Kenya's biggest supporter and are led by our purpose of transforming lives. We look forward to engaging with NBA Africa as we explore how to transform the lives of our basketball loving youth across the country.”
In November 2023, NBA Africa established a new subsidiary in Kenya, with an office located in Westlands, Nairobi. The NBA Kenya office supports all of the league's business and basketball development initiatives in the country and is led by NBA Kenya Senior Director and Country Operations Lead Michael Finley. The office marks NBA Africa's fifth office on the continent, joining Cairo, Egypt; Dakar, Senegal; Johannesburg, South Africa; and Lagos, Nigeria.
Additional details about the Jr. NBA tournaments and elite camp will be announced at a later date.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of National Basketball Association (NBA).
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NBA Africa Communications
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About NBA Africa:
NBA Africa is an affiliate of the National Basketball Association (NBA), a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. NBA Africa conducts the league's business in Africa, including the Basketball Africa League (BAL), and has opened subsidiary offices in Cairo, Egypt; Dakar, Senegal; Johannesburg, South Africa; Lagos, Nigeria; and Nairobi, Kenya. The league's efforts on the continent have focused on increasing access to basketball and the NBA through youth and elite development, social responsibility, media distribution, corporate partnerships, NBA Africa Games, NBA Stores, the BAL, and more.
NBA games and programming are available in all 54 African countries, and the NBA has hosted three sold-out exhibition games on the continent since 2015. The BAL, a partnership between the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and NBA Africa, is a professional league featuring 12 club teams from across Africa that tipped off its fourth season in March 2024. Fans can follow @NBA_Africa and @theBAL on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
About Safaricom:
Safaricom is the leading telecommunication company in East Africa. Our purpose is to transform lives by connecting people to people, people to opportunities, and people to information. We keep over 45.9 million customers connected and play a critical role in the society, supporting over one million jobs both directly and indirectly while our total economic value was estimated at KES 393 billion ($3.1 billion) for the 12 months through March 2022.
Listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and with annual revenues of close to KES 335.4 billion as of March 2024, Safaricom provides connectivity through wide range of technology, 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G in aggregate covering over 99% of Kenya's population.
Safaricom is an equal opportunity employer, actively recruiting staff from different backgrounds reflecting the communities that we serve. We are committed to equal gender representation at all levels. Our target is to achieve 50:50 senior management gender parity by 2025.
As part of our ongoing commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we continue to work towards improving energy and resource efficiency in our network and facilities to reduce carbon emissions and our fuel consumption. We remain committed to becoming a Net Zero carbon-emitting company by 2050.
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (https://BAL.NBA.com/) and MTN Rwandacell Plc (MTN Rwanda), a market leader in mobile telecommunications in Rwanda, today announced a collaboration that makes MTN Rwanda the Official Digital Partner of the 2024 BAL Playoffs and Finals.
The collaboration will see MTN Rwanda enhance the digital experience for BAL fans throughout the Playoffs and Finals taking place this week at BK Arena in Kigali through promotions, sweepstakes, and access to Ayoba, an all-in-one free app developed by MTN that offers free instant messaging; voice and video calling; sports, fashion, food, and entertainment news; games; and other content. MTN Rwanda customers will also have access to BAL content on Ayoba, including highlight packages and episodes of “BAL Daily,” (https://apo-opa.co/4dZB2Lu) a magazine program produced by the league featuring highlights of the games and surrounding events, interviews with players and coaches, and analysis from BAL commentators and other personalities.
“Our collaboration with MTN will bring Rwanda's passionate Basketball Africa League fanbase even closer to the excitement of the BAL Playoffs and Finals,” said BAL President Amadou Gallo Fall. “As a pan-African mobile telecommunications brand deeply rooted on the continent, MTN has been instrumental in providing enriched experiences for its customers in Africa. We have a shared ambition to empowering communities, driving innovation, and building a sustainable ecosystem for long-term growth. We look forward to working together to extend this impact to BAL fans in Rwanda.”
“We are thrilled to work with the BAL as their official digital partner,” said MTN Rwanda CEO Officer Mapula Bodibe. “Our customers can look forward to an unforgettable showcase of talent. As a token of appreciation, we will be giving out free tickets to our valued customers, so keep an eye out on our social media platforms for the giveaway. Additionally, BAL attendees will also receive a 35% discount when they pay for their tickets via MoMo. This collaboration reflects our commitment to supporting initiatives that unite communities and empower Rwandan youth, fostering national unity.”
MTN Rwanda joins the BAL's roster of partners that also includes Foundational Partners Rwanda Development Board, NIKE, Jordan Brand, and Wilson, as well as marketing partners Afreximbank, Bank of Kigali, Castle Lite, Hennessy, and RwandAir.
The 2024 BAL Playoffs and Finals will continue on Wednesday, May 29 with two semifinals games. In the first game, Rivers Hoopers (Nigeria) will take on Al Ahly Ly (Libya) at 5 p.m. CAT. In the second game, Petro de Luanda (Angola) will face Cape Town Tigers (South Africa) at 8:00 p.m. CAT. The complete game schedule is available at BAL.NBA.com and will culminate with the 2024 BAL Finals on June 1 at 4:00 p.m. CAT. Tickets for the Playoffs and Finals are on sale now at BAL.NBA.com and Ticqet.rw.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Basketball Africa League (BAL).
Contact:
Edwin Eselem
Basketball Africa League
+221 78 615 42 87
EEselem@thebal.com
Christina Mukundwa
MTN Rwanda
+250 78812097
christina.mukundwa@mtn.com
About the BAL:
The Basketball Africa League (BAL), a partnership between the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and NBA Africa, is a professional league featuring 12 club teams from across Africa that tipped off its fourth season in March 2024. Headquartered in Dakar, Senegal, the BAL builds on the foundation of club competitions FIBA Africa has organized across the continent and marks the NBA's first collaboration to operate a league outside North America. Fans can follow the BAL (@theBAL) on Facebook (https://apo-opa.co/4bSkC5F), Instagram (https://apo-opa.co/4dWzHVI), Threads (https://apo-opa.co/4bxjFzS), X (https://apo-opa.co/3R4JMGi), and YouTube (https://apo-opa.co/4dVF73f) and register their interest in receiving more information at https://BAL.NBA.com/.
About MTN Rwandacell Plc:
MTN Rwandacell Plc (MTN Rwanda) is the market leader in mobile telecommunications in Rwanda. Since 1998, we have continuously invested in expanding and modernising our network and leading digital solutions for Rwanda's progress. As the country's No 1 network, we offer various services to subscribers, including innovative propositions such as personalised voice and data offers for individuals and corporates with a clear vision to lead the delivery of a bold, new digital world to our customers because we believe everyone deserves the benefits of a modern connected life.
Total Ninja South Africa, Africa’s largest Inflatable and Obstacle Park, is proud to announce that is now a Discovery Vitality points-linked fitness facility. This initiative marks a significant milestone for Total Ninja as the business continues to lead the way in family entertainment and wellness initiatives. Discovery Vitality is a dynamic and science-based behaviour-change programme, …
United Manganese of Kalahari Announces Continued Commitment to Tertiary Education through the UMK Bursary Scheme Kuruman: United Manganese of Kalahari (UMK) today reaffirmed its support for educational development by championing tertiary education through creating opportunity. The company also celebrated more than a decade of helping school leavers achieve their educational goals. The UMK Bursary Scheme …
By Jason Dunning (Head of Research and Development at NPL) Fitness fads and supplement aisles can seem like an unfathomable labyrinth, one compound has stood the test of time as both revered and reviled: Creatine Monohydrate. For decades, this substance has been the subject of scrutiny, myth, and misinformation. However, amidst the noise, scientific research …
Introduction Managed services have become a crucial component for businesses looking to enhance efficiency and focus on their core operations. In South Africa, managed service providers offer a range of services that help businesses streamline their IT operations and reduce costs. Understanding the benefits and types of managed services available can help businesses make informed …
Global leader in integrated hotel management and operations solutions, Valor Hospitality, has cemented its expansion in East Africa with the announcement of the signings of two new developments: the TUI Blue Watamu Hotel in Kenya and Zanzibar’s first Canopy by Hilton. “The addition of these new properties in East Africa signifies a robust part of …
Introduction South Africa’s major cities, Johannesburg and Cape Town, are emerging as significant hubs for the software industry. These cities offer a conducive environment for software companies to thrive, driven by a combination of talent, innovation, and supportive infrastructure. Understanding the dynamics of these cities can provide insights into the growth and potential of the …
This year’s World Ocean’s Day will be celebrated at the Leatherback Rum Surfski Challenge doubles race taking place at the second Ocean Festival. The 2024 edition, taking place at Scottburgh on Sunday, 9 June, welcomes some of the sports’ biggest competitors vying for their share of the R20 000 cash prize – among them 2023 …
By Ian Pettey, Managing Director of Crown Relocations South Africa As the Managing Director of leading global relocations company Crown Relocations South Africa, Ian Pettey has witnessed firsthand the myriad challenges employees and their families face when embarking on a journey of international relocation. Beyond the logistics of moving belongings from one place to another, …