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From the bustling streets of Nairobi to meeting halls packed with aspiring technologists, Rose Delilah Gesicho’s devotion to technology has been fueled not just by curiosity, but by an unwavering drive to solve real-world African problems.
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Rabat, Morocco – On the sidelines of the National Conference on Artificial Intelligence, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform in Morocco signed an agreement to strengthen cooperation to promote inclusive digital transformation in the Arab States and African regions. The new partnership will support countries in strengthening
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Geneva – Zindi, the leading professional network and platform for data scientists and AI builders in Africa, has emerged as a sponsor for the AI for Good Summit 2025, taking place in Geneva from July 8 to 11. The summit will be hosted by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in collaboration with 40 different United
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Before sunrise in Nairobi, while most of the city was still asleep, a young Philomena Mbura would already be awake, her mind alive with questions. In a world where girls were often nudged toward safe, traditional careers, Philomena’s relentless curiosity set her on a path few dared to imagine. Her childhood mornings were marked by
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In a small village in Rwanda’s Northern Province, where access to technology and educational resources was limited, Adeodatus Niyokwiringira’s passion for computers and problem-solving set him apart from an early age. Despite overcrowded classrooms and scarce learning materials, he nurtured a quiet determination to master the digital world. “Growing up in such an environment was
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On the southern fringes of Kenya, in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, a boy once dreamed of becoming a footballer. But a diagnosis of myopia quietly ended that pursuit. Medicine, the path his father favoured, was never an option, he couldn’t stomach the sight of blood. By the time Stephen Kolesh walked into the dimly
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Ever wanted to ask the Minister for Electricity & Energy of South Africa a question? You can at YES! A once in a lifetime experience to engage with the top decision-makers shaping South Africa’s energy roadmap. Bring your questions and engage directly with the Minister and Deputy Minister shaping the nation’s energy future. Whether you’re
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Cape Town, 18 June, 2025 | CLASP, an international NGO, and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) have announced a $6.1 million expansion of the Productive Use Financing Facility (PUFF), a catalytic initiative that increases access to energy-efficient, income-generating appliances across Africa. The PUFF supports growing businesses, farmers, and communities in Nigeria, Ethiopia and
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South Africa – 27 June, 2025 – Long before she had a name for it, Jessica Randall was already doing the work of a data scientist. She was breaking apart complex problems, reading the world through patterns, and reconstructing meaning from chaos. When she formally encountered the field during university, she knew her approach would
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Goma, 18 June 2025 — In a major breakthrough for communities in crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (Global Fund) have delivered 23 tonnes of essential HIV and Tuberculosis medication to North Kivu and South Kivu provinces. This shipment, which
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The year was 2016, and Eric Jagwara was in search of relevant short tech courses that could help him sharpen his tech skills. That was when he stumbled on data science, but he couldn’t afford the course. So, he let it go temporarily, but never lost interest. As a matter of fact, that fleeting encounter
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Date: 3 July 2025Venue: The Maslow Hotel, Sandton, JohannesburgWebsite: www.digitalfinanceafrica.co.za Johannesburg, South Africa – The countdown is on for Digital Finance Africa (DFA) 2025, happening on Thursday, 3rd July 2025 at the prestigious Maslow Hotel in Sandton. This leading fintech summit, themed “Safeguarding Innovation: Advancing Secure, Inclusive Finance in Africa,” will bring together the continent’s
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GOOD Statement by Roscoe Palm,GOOD City of Cape Town Councillor 26 June 2025 Today in Council, on behalf of the GOOD Party, I raised a serious concern regarding the exclusion and erasure of traditional leadership in the City of Cape Town’s Integrated Development Plan (IDP). The IDP, in its current form, states on four separate […]
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Cameroonian data scientist and Zindi Ambassador, Leonce Pidy, grew up in the quiet town of Dibombari in Cameroon’s Littoral Region. The eldest of five children, she found herself thrust into a leadership position quite early in her life. By the time she was in Class 4, her parents (both nurses by profession) were working in
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In the vast expanse of Sub-Saharan Africa, as night falls, entire communities fade into darkness. Nearly 600 million people—more than half the region’s population—still live without electricity. But now, a sweeping and ambitious plan is taking shape to flip the switch for nearly half of them. It’s called Mission 300, and its goal is as
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The Emerald Season in Sri Lanka, spanning from April to November, offers a unique blend of cultural festivities, wildlife spectacles, and serene escapes. Lush greenery blankets the countryside, wildlife thrives, and cultural celebrations abound following a rainfall period that rejuvenates the landscape, transforming it into a vibrant oasis. This is the perfect time to explore …
APO Group (https://APO-opa.com) is proud to announce that Rania El Rafie, Vice President of Public Relations and Strategic Communications, has been appointed to the Jury Panel for the 2025/2026 editions of the 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports Awards, an initiative recognising groundbreaking contributions and leadership by women across the African sports ecosystem.
Organised by Africa Sports Ventures Group (ASVG) and the Women Sports Africa Network (WSAN), the 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports Awards honour outstanding female leaders, athletes, executives, and changemakers who are reshaping the African sports landscape. The esteemed Jury Panel features professionals from across the continent and the diaspora, including Albert Kyei Frimpong, President of WBSC Africa and Board Member of the Confederation of African Olympic Sports Associations (CASOL), and Dr. Maha Zaoui, an experienced sports management expert currently serving as General Manager of Rugby Africa.
“I'm honoured to be considered for the Jury Panel of the 50 Most Influential African Women in Sports Awards for 2025 and 2026,” said El Rafie. “This platform plays a vital role in amplifying the voices and achievements of women shaping the future of African sport, and I'm proud to contribute to that mission.”
El Rafie is a seasoned public relations executive with over 22 years of experience across Africa and the Middle East. Based in Cairo, Egypt, she currently serves as Vice President of Public Relations and Strategic Communications at APO Group, where she became the first and youngest person internally promoted to this executive role in January 2024. She has led award-winning campaigns recognised by SABRE Awards, Brands Review Magazine, and World Business Outlook, and was recently awarded a Bronze Stevie® Award in the Most Innovative Woman of the Year 2025 category, and was recognised as one of Africa's Top 50 Outstanding Women in Communications.
Her experience in sports communication spans the NFL, Basketball Africa League, International Olympic Committee (IOC), and FIFA. She has also driven pan-African communications strategy for major brands such as Canon, Nestlé, TikTok, and Afreximbank. With a degree in Business Administration from the American University in Dubai, Rania brings strategic insight, media expertise, and a passion for sports and empowerment to the jury's mission.
The announcement coincides with the official launch of the Awards' new digital platform – (https://apo-opa.co/3SxXj9A) – a hub dedicated to honouring and celebrating the achievements of African women in sports. The site will serve as the central point for information, nominations, and public engagement in the lead-up to the 2025 Awards ceremony, scheduled to take place on 31 July 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya. All nominations will be reviewed by an independent Selection Committee.
This joint initiative marks a landmark moment for African women in sports, aiming to increase visibility, recognition, and opportunities across administration, business, media, technology, and athletics.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of APO Group.
About APO Group:
Founded in 2007, APO Group (https://APO-opa.com) is the leading award-winning pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service. Renowned for our deep-rooted African expertise and expansive global perspective, we specialise in elevating the reputation and brand equity of private and public organisations across Africa. As a trusted partner, our mission is to harness the power of media, crafting bespoke strategies that drive tangible, measurable impact both on the continent and globally.
Our commitment to excellence and innovation has been recognised with multiple prestigious awards, including a PRovoke Media Global SABRE Award and multiple PRovoke Media Africa SABRE Awards. In 2023, we were named the Leading Public Relations Firm Africa and the Leading Pan-African Communications Consultancy Africa in the World Business Outlook Awards, and the Best Public Relations and Media Consultancy of the Year South Africa in 2024 in the same awards. In 2025, Brands Review Magazine acknowledged us as the Leading Communications Consultancy in Africa for the second consecutive year. They also named us the Best PR Agency and the Leading Press Release Distribution Platform in Africa in 2024. Additionally, in 2025, we were honoured with the Gold distinction for Best PR Campaign and Bronze in the Special Event category at the Davos Communications Awards.
APO Group's esteemed clientele, which includes global giants such as Canon, Nestlé, Western Union, the UNDP, Network International, African Energy Chamber, Mercy Ships, Marriott, Africa's Business Heroes, and Liquid Intelligent Technologies, reflects our unparalleled ability to navigate the complex African media landscape. With a multicultural team across Africa, we offer unmatched, truly pan-African insights, expertise, and reach across the continent. APO Group is dedicated to reshaping narratives about Africa, challenging stereotypes, and bringing inspiring African stories to global audiences, with our expertise in developing and supporting public relations campaigns worldwide uniquely positioning us to amplify brand messaging, enhance reputations, and connect effectively with target audiences.
APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the award-winning pan-African communications consultancy and leading press release distribution service, is pleased to announce that its Founder and Chairman, Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard (www.Pompigne-Mognard.com), has been appointed to the newly formed Advisory Board of the Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG).
With its mission being to position Africa as a leader in critical minerals, CMAG (www.CMAGAfrica.com) is dedicated to advancing responsible sourcing and sustainable development of Africa's critical mineral resources, while ensuring that local economies benefit from the continent's mineral wealth. With approximately 40% of the world's essential minerals reserves estimated to be held in Sub-Saharan Africa alone, the region plays a key role in the global energy transition and advanced technologies.
Pompigne-Mognard's appointment to the Advisory Board follows the announcement of a strategic partnership between APO Group and CMAG aimed at raising the global prominence of Africa's critical minerals sector. The partnership leverages APO Group's public relations and strategic communications expertise and CMAG's industry leadership. Complementing this, Pompigne-Mognard's ability to connect clients with key stakeholders from governments, private companies, and organisations of all sizes will be invaluable in showcasing Africa's role in the global essential resources supply chain and elevating the profile of Africa's critical minerals sector.
Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the CMAG Advisory Board. His vast network across industries, governments, and institutions, his deep understanding of Africa's media and technology landscapes, and his extensive business experience will equip him to work alongside fellow Advisory Board members to shape positive perceptions of Africa's critical minerals sector amongst global stakeholders and audiences.
A Franco-Gabonese entrepreneur named among the 100 Most Influential Africans in 2023 and 2024, Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard serves on multiple high-profile advisory boards and international committees. These include the Senior Advisory Board of the Canada-Africa Chamber of Business and the Leadership Council of the Africa Tech Festival, as well as the Advisory Boards of the African Energy Chamber, World Football Summit, Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF), Bloomberg New Economy Gateway Africa, Sports Africa Investment Summit, EurAfrican Forum, and All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). He is also a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer of the Royal African Society of the United Kingdom, a strategic advisor to the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce, and a special advisor to the President of Rugby Africa, the governing body of rugby in Africa.
Nicolas' wholly-owned company, APO Group, is the premier award-winning Pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service. It serves more than 300 clients, including global giants such as Canon, Nestlé, Western Union, UNDP, Network International, the African Energy Chamber, Mercy Ships, Marriott, Africa's Business Heroes, and Liquid Intelligent Technologies.
“Being appointed to the Critical Minerals Africa Group Advisory Board is an immense honour. CMAG is vital in safeguarding Africa's critical minerals for future generations. In my advisory role, I look forward to supporting all initiatives as CMAG showcases Africa's critical minerals potential in a responsible and sustainable manner,” said Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, Founder and Chairman of APO Group.
Other members of the Advisory Board include Natznet Tesfay, Executive Director, Head of Insights and Analytics, S&P Global, and Richard Morgan, Former Head of Government Relations, Anglo-American PLC.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of APO Group.
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About APO Group:
Founded in 2007, APO Group (www.APO-opa.com) is the leading award-winning pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service. Renowned for our deep-rooted African expertise and expansive global perspective, we specialise in elevating the reputation and brand equity of private and public organisations across Africa. As a trusted partner, our mission is to harness the power of media, crafting bespoke strategies that drive tangible, measurable impact both on the continent and globally.
Our commitment to excellence and innovation has been recognised with multiple prestigious awards, including the PRovoke Media Global SABRE Award and multiple PRovoke Media Africa SABRE Awards. In 2023, we were named the Leading Public Relations Firm Africa and the Leading Pan-African Communications Consultancy Africa in the World Business Outlook Awards, and the Best Public Relations and Media Consultancy of the Year South Africa in 2024 in the same awards. In 2025, Brands Review Magazine acknowledged us as the Leading Communications Consultancy in Africa for the second consecutive year. They also named us the Best PR Agency and the Leading Press Release Distribution Platform in Africa in 2024.
APO Group's esteemed clientele, which includes global giants such as Canon, Nestlé, Western Union, the UNDP, Network International, African Energy Chamber, Mercy Ships, Marriott, Africa's Business Heroes, and Liquid Intelligent Technologies, reflects our unparalleled ability to navigate the complex African media landscape. With a multicultural team across Africa, we offer unmatched, truly pan-African insights, expertise, and reach across the continent. APO Group is dedicated to reshaping narratives about Africa, challenging stereotypes, and bringing inspiring African stories to global audiences, with our expertise in developing and supporting public relations campaigns worldwide uniquely positioning us to amplify brand messaging, enhance reputations, and connect effectively with target audiences.
AI is no longer a ‘what if’ – it’s a ‘what now’ for PR professionals. From media monitoring to content creation and campaign strategy, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping the way PR agencies operate—streamlining tasks, unlocking smarter insights, and transforming how stories are told and shared. “AI’s ability to handle repetitive tasks is a …
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As South Africa continues to grapple with a persistently high unemployment rate, with 35% of women unemployed in the last quarter of 2024, global mobility leader inDrive (www.inDrive.com) is taking action to drive meaningful change. With a mission to impact 1 billion people globally through challenging injustice, inDrive is committed to increasing female representation in South Africa's e-hailing industry and creating economic opportunities for women.
This International Women's Month, inDrive is taking a bold step toward greater inclusivity by setting a target to onboard over 400 female drivers in Cape Town. By creating more earning opportunities for women and meeting the growing demand for female drivers, this initiative seeks to foster a more diverse and equitable ride-hailing industry. Increasing female representation behind the wheel is a key move toward economic empowerment and a more inclusive mobility landscape.
Recent research revealed that over 80% of e-hailing passengers would prefer female drivers when given a choice. These findings highlight the critical need for increased female participation in the industry, ensuring more inclusive, and trusted mobility experience for all.
“We understand the barriers women face in accessing employment opportunities in South Africa. Our commitment to increasing female driver participation is just one of the ways we aim to create more equitable opportunities,” said Ashif Black, Country Representative at inDrive South Africa. “Passengers also have the option to select female drivers, enhancing their control over the ride experience and further empowering women in the industry.”
Beyond economic empowerment, inDrive's initiative strengthens trust and confidence in South Africa's ride-hailing services by providing passengers—especially women—with greater choice. As the company continues its global mission to challenge injustice, create opportunities, and redefine fair mobility, it remains steadfast in its commitment to driving gender equality in the transport sector.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of inDrive.
Press Contact:
Public Relations Manager - inDrive Africa
Lineo Thakhisi
Phone: +2781 3636 872
Email: lineo.thakhisi@indriver.com
About inDrive:
inDrive is a global mobility and urban services platform. The inDrive app has been downloaded over 280 million times, and was the second most downloaded mobility app for the third consecutive year. In addition to ride-hailing, inDrive provides an expanding list of urban services, including intercity transportation and delivery. In 2023, inDrive launched New Ventures, a venture and M&A arm.
inDrive operates in 888 cities in 48 countries. Driven by its mission of challenging social injustice, the company is committed to having a positive impact on the lives of one billion people by 2030. It pursues this goal both through its core business, which supports local communities via a fair pricing model; and through the work of inVision, its non-profit arm. inVision's community empowerment programs help to advance education, sports, arts and sciences, gender equality and other vital initiatives.
For more information visit www.inDrive.com
The DA’s fight against the ANC VAT budget continues! The DA unpacks the impact of the proposed disastrous budget, and the next steps in our fight against it. A VAT hike will leave more people in poverty and misery, this is why the DA stands for: More growth, less tax. More growth, less debt. More …