Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian In 2018, B2Gold made waves at the Otjikoto mine in Namibia by installing a 6MW solar power facility, a first for many African mining operations. This solar installation, which includes a battery energy storage system (BESS), now accounts for roughly 13% of the mine’s electricity needs, according to the company. Ken Jones, B2Gold’s Director…
By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Ayanda Carter, founder and Creative Director of Iroko Interiors and Consulting, is leading a transformative shift in Africa’s design education landscape through her innovative platform, Melanin Creatives. With over a decade of experience in the interior design industry and a host of prestigious awards under her belt, Ayanda is now focused on empowering…
Our Correspondent | Africa Guardian Egypt has been ranked as the top African country in terms of soft power influence for 2024, according to a report by Business Insider Africa. The country achieved the highest position in Africa and 39th globally, with a soft power score of 44.9 points. South Africa follows in second place among African nations, scoring…
OP|ED In South Africa, a transformative tech startup is redefining the entrepreneurial landscape. ECAfrica, founded by the visionary Taynita Harilal, is revolutionizing the support system for African entrepreneurs through its innovative platform and commitment to social impact. As a PhD candidate in Entrepreneurship, Harilal combines academic insight with practical experience to drive this ambitious venture. Addressing the Challenges Faced…
AGRA (formerly known as Alliance for Green Revolution) is pleased to announce an important update concerning our organization’s name change. This rebrand aligns with our new strategy, which will be our roadmap for future success for African farmers, centered around Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems. For over 15 years, AGRA has been at the forefront of driving agricultural transformation…
According to an IDC InfoBrief, sponsored by Cisco Dubai, United Arab Emirates — As organizations worldwide focus on operationalizing their ESG plans, Cisco and IDC launched a new study, titled “The Role of Technology in Enabling Sustainability: A Global Survey of IT Professionals”. The survey, which sought to better understand the technology trends and best practices that impact sustainability success,…