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Wellbeing for Schoolteachers, a study commissioned by International Baccalaureate (IB) and conducted by Wellbeing Research Centre at Oxford University, says that teacher wellbeing has a significant impact on the wellbeing and academic success of students. Consequently, teacher wellbeing should be one of the first factors schools consider when looking to improve wellbeing across the school community.

Teacher Wellbeing Impacts Learning in Schools

By Iminza Keboge Published April 10, 2024 Wellbeing for Schoolteachers, a study commissioned by International Baccalaureate (IB) and conducted by Wellbeing Research Centre at Oxford University, says that teacher wellbeing has a significant impact on the wellbeing and academic success of students. Consequently, teacher wellbeing should be one of the first factors schools consider when…

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Map of Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa Member States

Eastern and Southern Africa’s COMESA is a Major Market Place for Internal and External Trading

By Abdi Ali Published March 30, 2024 The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) is a regional economic community in Africa with twenty-one member states stretching from Tunisia in the north to Eswatini in the south. COMESA was formed in December 1994, replacing a Preferential Trade Area which had existed since 1981. Djibouti,…

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Three Reasons Not to Miss Global Black Impact Summit

Three Reasons Not to Miss Global Black Impact Summit

By Energy Capital and Power Published February 25, 2024 The countdown to the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) taking place on February 27 in Dubai continues. The summit presents a unique opportunity to access impactful sessions, hear from engaging speakers and capitalize on one-on-one networking opportunities. With an overarching goal of uniting the global community…

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The top 11 African countries projected to experience strong economic performance forecast are Niger (11.2%), Senegal (8.2%), Libya (7.9%), Rwanda (7.2%), Cote d'Ivoire (6.8%), Ethiopia (6.7%), Benin (6.4%), Djibouti (6.2%), Tanzania (6.1%), Togo (6%), and Uganda at 6%.

Africa Dominates List of World’s 20 Fastest-Growing Economies

By African Development Bank Published February 20, 2024 Africa will account for 11 of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies in 2024. Overall, real gross domestic product (GDP) growth for the continent is expected to average 3.8% and 4.2% in 2024 and 2025, respectively. This is higher than projected global averages of 2.9% and 3.2%, African…

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We are excited to collaborate with the Canada-Africa Chamber of Business and look forward to the forum that will promote trade and investment between Canada and our great continent of Africa.

Nairobi to Host 2nd Canada-Africa Business Conference

By Khalifa Hemed Published January 30, 2024 A business conference whose theme shall underscore Canada’s role as a trusted partner across African markets, emphasizing Kenya’s pivotal position as a key gateway to the East Africa region and the continent, shall take place in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, February 19-20, 2024. The meeting that is organised…

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"Our mission at MEST is to empower the next generation of African tech innovators," said Emily Fiagbedzi, Director of the MEST Training Program. "The Class of 2025 presents an exciting opportunity to nurture and elevate the brightest minds, equipping them with the skills and resources needed to drive impactful change across the continent through their tech startups."

Apply for Fully Sponsored Tech Entrepreneurship Training

By Abdi Ali Published January 29, 2024 If you hold a degree from a recognised University or Technical College or demonstrate equivalent experience and have entrepreneurial or corporate work experience coupled with a fervent passion for launching a software company in Africa, you have till March 18, 2024 to apply for fully sponsored year-long training…

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