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Mobile Payments in Africa Continue to Grow in Popularity, Proving Importance of Local Payment Methods

Mobile payments in sub-Saharan Africa are predicted to grow by over 60 per cent  in the next five years, showcasing that Local Payment Methods like these are key for more expansive e-commerce opportunities. The total value of mobile money transactions in emerging markets is predicted to exceed $870 billion in ...

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Nissan Patrol @ 70: Celebrating People Behind The Wheel With #PatrolLegends

As part of ongoing celebrations around the 70th anniversary of the iconic Nissan Patrol, Nissan has launched a new platform to recognise those who have helped build the SUV’s rich legacy. Titled ‘Patrol Legends’, it spotlights stories from around the world, underlining the role of those who have sat behind ...

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Modernity Meets Sophistication, Refinement in New Range Rover

Range Rover is the original luxury SUV and has defined the breed for more than 50 years, combining serene comfort and composure with unparalleled presence and sophistication.  The fifth-generation Range Rover takes Land Rover’s modernist design philosophy to the next level, with a contemporary interpretation of its trademark profile to ...

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2022 Pan−African (Re)Insurance Journalism Awards expands as organisers call for entries

Now in its 7th successful year, English, French, and, for the first time, Arabic entries are to be received between November 1st, 2021, and January 31st, 2022 Pan-African reinsurer Continental Reinsurance Plc has opened submissions for the 2022 pan-African (re)insurance journalism awards.  Business reporters across the African continent may submit ...

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The new Mercedes−AMG SL: An icon returns with new edition

The new Mercedes-AMG SL, the new edition of an icon, returns to its roots with a classic soft top and sporty character. At the same time, the luxurious roadster as a 2+2 seater is particularly suitable for everyday use and puts its power down on the road with all-wheel drive ...

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Continental Reinsurance appoints Lawrence Nazare as new Group Managing Director

Pan-African re-insurance giant, Continental Reinsurance Plc, has announced the appointment of  Mr. Lawrence Mutsunge Nazare as the new Group Managing Director of the company , effective April 1, 2021.  Nazare is to step into the top position as the outgoing GMD/CEO, Dr. Femi Oyetunji, retires on March 31, 2021 after ...

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Tata Africa introduces ground-breaking five-year warranty on entire commercial vehicle range

Tata International Africa has become the first company in Africa to introduce a best-in-class standard warranty of five years on its entire Medium, Heavy and Extra Heavy Commercial Vehicle range. This first-of-its-kind Pan African five-year warranty applies to the full range of Tata Trucks and Buses as well as Daewoo ...

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The New Navara continues Nissan’s 60-year legacy of investment in Africa

When Nissan made its first investment towards Africa’s growth sixty years ago with Datsun’s presence in Zimbabwe and the Nissan Motor Company Limited, opening its Rosslyn operations, it was the humble, but bold start of a journey. With a firm belief in the opportunities that lie on the African continent, ...

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Commonwealth Secretary-General preaches peace, tolerance as Ugandans go to the polls

Ahead of the 2021 General Elections in Uganda on  Thursday, 14 January, the Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Rt Hon Patricia Scotland QC, has called on all Ugandans, in particular political leaders, to uphold Uganda and the Commonwealth’s shared values of peace, tolerance and inclusivity. In a statement issued on Wednesday  ahead ...

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African automotive manufacturers applaud AfCFTA launch

The Africa Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) which was finalised at the virtual African Union Summit in December, is an important milestone for the realization of the Association of African Automotive Manufacturers (AAAM)’s vision of building a successful automotive ecosystem which will lead to a sustainable industry that creates significant ...

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