Forbes Africa

Forbes Africa is the drama critic to business in Africa. The magazine helps readers connect the dots, form patterns and see beyond the obvious, giving them a completely different perspective. In doing this, it delivers sharp, in-depth and engaging stories by looking at global and domestic issues from an African prism.

Forbes Africa

Climate Of Despair?

The Important Conversations Around Agriculture And Education In Africa

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

SENEGAL INFLUENCER KHABY LAME TOPS TIKTOK

GROWTH OF UHNWI SEGMENT IN AFRICA

WOMEN HUNT TOO! STUDY QUESTIONS AGE-OLD STEREOTYPES

NIGERIAN MOVIE VETERANS IN OSCARS' MEMBERSHIP

DRC HEALTH CRISIS AMID RISING VIOLENCE

5G Private Networks Key To Redefining Mining • According to the International Data Corporation’s (IDC) 2021 Worldwide Mining Decision Maker Survey, 86% of mining companies plan to invest in wireless infrastructure in the next 18 months, with most naming 5G as their priority.

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.

'Less Inequality And More Development' • Among the key topics to be addressed at the BRICS Summit in August are the expansion of the bloc, a common currency within it, and ensuring food and energy security.

10 Years Of Impact In Accelerating Sustainable Business Growth • RentCo Africa increases access to finance, leases assets and technology to businesses, government and NGOs, and engages in corporate citizenry that contributes to the social fabric and environment in 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.

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CITADEL 30 Years Of Commitment To Client Wealth Management • A specialist wealth management company, Citadel is celebrating 30 years of providing holistic financial solutions and placing their clients’ needs at the core of their business blueprint.

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Navigating Post-Pandemic Trends In The Family Office Industry

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.

TAPPING INTO RWANDA'S GLOBAL Business Services opportunity • Rwanda is fast becoming one of the most attractive GBS destinations in Africa and with a number of government partners at hand it couldn’t be easier for international outsourcing operators.

Survivors &Thrivers: WHAT WOMEN WANT • Entrepreneurship is a risky game. Ask these women who have had to create their own rules and lead with hustle and heart. They entered the game at different times but have one thing in common – their focus on the finish line. They are in it to win it, come what may. A Women’s Month special.

Luyanda Lwandle Duma

Olwethu Mhlana

Tania Theron

Sinovuyo Mondliwa

ENTREPRENEURS • With South Africa celebrating August as Women’s Month, FORBES AFRICA looks back at ‘quotable quotes’ from some of the female leaders we have featured so far in 2023.

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...