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

Ideas, Icons And Celebratory Music

New-World Alignments: An Indication Of Our Future

The Game-Changer In Beauty

FROM TIKTOK COMEDIAN TO VIDEO GAME HERO

BREAST CANCER CRISIS IN SSA?

AFRICAN NOMINEES FOR FOOTBALL'S BIGGEST AWARD

MORE FUNDING FOR CLIMATE CHANGE IN AFRICA

NEW NAME FOR BRICS?

Africa Amplified: AU Is Full Member Of G20 • The African Union’s recent inclusion in the G20 marks a historic milestone in global geopolitics, offering promise for the continent’s representation and influence on crucial issues like fiscal policy, debt management and climate change.

The Art Of Personal Branding – Empowering Millennials And Gen Z For A Successful Future

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

The Future Of African 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.

Lungelihle Zwane (Uncle Waffles)

Ofentse Pitse

Wouter Kellerman

Yemi Alade

Zakhele Madida (Zakes Bantwini)

Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe (Ayra Starr)

Nomcebo Zikode

Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu (Burna Boy)

Sauti Sol

Pretty Yende

Musa Makamu (Musa Keys)

David Adedeji Adeleke (Davido)

Divine Ikubor (Rema)

Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (Wizkid)

Ahmed Ololade (Asake)

Shekhinah Thandi Donnell

Temilade Openiyi (Tems)

Tumelo Manyoni (Mr JazziQ)

Adedamola Oyinlola Adefolahan (Fireboy DML)

Tatenda Terence Kamera (Mr Kamera)

Climate Resilience: Preparing Your Business For A Sustainable Future

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.

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.

Start-Up To Global Game-Changer • What started out as an idea between two best friends, a little over a decade ago, grew into an established business operating nationally and recently becoming global partners with a billion Euro European technology group. It’s the classic nothing-to-something, rags-to-riches story.

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.

'Creating Food Sovereignty'

'Build Our Brand Directly With The Consumer'

'Great Flavor Starts With Great Seed, Great Soil…'

'Reward Customer Support With An Impeccable Product'

The Right Fit • Growing up poor in Ghana, Kwaku Boateng Brommon had to sell water to make ends meet. The handmade bespoke suits he now designs for the country’s affluent and powerful tell a tale of hardship...