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History, Identity, Imagination

An exhibition of contemporary African photography is on at the Tate Modern in London. This writer left not with a sense of a completed narrative, but with a feeling of energized possibility, and the rush of discovering fresh, reconfigured horizons.

Accelerating Growth

The number of startups in Nigeria surpassed 3,360 last year, reportedly the highest count in Africa. A look at how incubators and accelerators can play an invaluable role in boosting young business in Africa's biggest economy to go from startup to success.

'Come Play': Where African Stars Are In Demand

Young African football stars are embracing the opportunity presented by Major League Soccer in North America as a stepping stone to the best clubs in Europe. FORBES AFRICA was in St Louis in Missouri in the United States for these exclusive interviews, and the numbers are big.

Developing The Future Workforce

Africa has the world's youngest population but youth unemployment has reached alarming levels. With technology changing rapidly, where does hope lie in addressing the mismatch between skillsets and job market requirements on the continent?

Thinking Differently

Should businesses today be hiring for neurodiversity?

RISE OF THE TRACTOR BOTS

MONARCH CEO PRAVEEN PENMETSA WANTS TO SAVE AMERICA'S FARMS WITH ROBOTS. CAN OLD MACDONALDS LEARN NEW TRICKS?

Money-Wise

Championing financial independence for immigrants in the United States (US) is fundamental for digital banking startup, Waya. With a team also based in Kenya, fintech co-founders Aenoi Chanthavong, Hempstone Maroria, David Wachira and Renzo Sotomayor started by fixing the remittance problem.

Destination Digital: Spotlight On Sub-Saharan Africa's Prospects

Innovations in digital payments are driving the Sub-Saharan region’s prospects for economic growth.

New-World Alignments: An Indication Of Our Future

There has been an explosion in the number of conferences in Africa over the last 12 months. While the diary was always busy, it seems like anyone not engaging with or traveling to some part of Africa exploring ideas, would be missing out.

Pictures, Pixels And Profits: Technology As Canvas

In the realm where technology meets creativity, a revolution is unraveling in Nigeria's blooming art scene. The surge in cryptocurrency and emergence of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) are seeing artists scale new heights online.

So Far (m), So Good

A look at some of South Africa's quintessential micro-businesses producing artisanal, farm-fresh food and drink that make them big on flavor and success.

The Future of African Of Music

The globalization of African sound has never been more exponentially evident than what we are witnessing now. The innovators behind this moment and momentum have proven that the popularity of the sound stems not only from the genre but from the authenticity of just being African. Meet the hit musicmakers not just taking Africa to the global stage but also making Africa a stage for the world.

The Maestro In Munich

At the age of 88, South African pianist Abdullah Ibrahim's music is as vital, creative and important as ever. The Germany-based composer, looking forward to the release of his latest album next year, shares more in this exclusive interview with FORBES AFRICA.

From Madiba To The Pan-Africanist: Playing His Part For The Continent

From Hackney to Hollywood, Idris Elba has always had one thing on his mind - Africa. He is now investing in the continent's movie industry, is on course to build a smart city in Sierra Leone, is tackling the climate crisis and as a true 'son of the soil', is also lending a helping hand to farmers on the ground in Africa

(A)fr(I)can Innovation Explained

ANALYZING THE RAPID RISE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI), ITS IMPACT ACROSS SECTORS WITH A SPECIAL FOCUS ON INNOVATIONS AND AI STARTUPS IN AFRICA, AND THE NEED FOR MINDFUL NAVIGATION IN SHAPING AI'S FUTURE LANDSCAPE

Down The Road

The electric vehicle industry in South Africa refuses to be a laggard and moves ahead as top brands plan roll-out

Chronicling Chronic Pain: 'I Didn't Know How I Would Cope With The Level Of Pain - Just Carrying A Handbag Is Hard, Carrying A Laptop Bag Is A Challenge'

Kalycia Urquhart was seven when she was diagnosed with an extra vertebra. It all began when she bent over to pick up her baby brother who had just begun to crawl

Toppling Sundowns

The new domestic soccer season gets underway in August and the Mamelodi Sundowns dynasty lives on. Can anyone break their stranglehold on the South African domestic league title? We speak to some of the top coaches

New Advantages And Opportunities For African Entrepreneurs

Nolwazi* lives in a township in South Africa

A Perspective On Hot-Desking

First they came for the walls around your workstation to leave your desk and workplace possessions contained within a neat but exposed compact cubicle

The Democratic Heritage Of Saint-Louis

Riding through its past grandeur, this writer photographed several monumental buildings but missed the city as it appears in old wood prints and paintings

Upcycling On The Fly

Kenyan fashion entrepreneur Ruth Abade uses upcycled materials to create vibrant clothes and accessories with sustainability sewn into them

From Raw To Reward

The couple bringing cashew butter to store shelves and healthy eating plans in Tanzania

Sartorial Diplomacy

Aisha Shehu is using fashion to shift the narrative of the Fulani people in Nigeria

Watching Over

Time is money for London-based luxury watchmaker William Adoasi, and he is now using it to support quality education in sub-Saharan Africa

Where Does Venture Capital Feature In Africa's Entertainment Sector?

An in-depth look at investment in some of the continent's most promising entertainment industries reveals areas of growth, challenges and what the future might hold

The Rise Of GREEN HYDROGEN

Africa's secret weapon in the global energy race - green hydrogen. The continent has the potential to flip the script, transitioning from a fossil fuel consumer to a green energy titan

FRONTRUNNER

Disability Does Not Mean Inability': South Africa's Wheelchair Tennis Champ

The Important Conversations Around Agriculture And Education In Africa

The June/July 2023 issue of FORBES AFRICA was my favorite reading for the month as it touched on a subject close to my heart – agriculture

Africa's Green Economy = Agripreneurs + Agritech + Investment

Improving yield, efficiency and profitability in agriculture comes down to the harvesting of technology. At its forefront are the agritech innovators bringing transformative change to the continent's green economy. Forbes Africa profiles some of Africa's biggest agripreneurs, inventors, and agribusiness leaders changing the way we think about farming, food security and climate resilience. They have cultivated a passion for smart agriculture and are leading the charge for social change not only for the sector but for the continent-and for humanity's sustainable future.