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Government Must Cut Spending Or Face Financial Crisis, Writes Busi Mavuso
There is little choice but to constrain government spending. I’m not sure that this reality has dawned on...
The Blue Values Journey: Leveraging Cultural Heritage For Livelihoods
Social science research in island and coastal communities involves engagement with what I call "Blue Values", writes Professor...
Artificial Ivory Opens Way To End Ban On Natural Ivory Trade, Says U.S. NGO
A United States-based NGO welcomed a BBC report this month that Austrian scientists have developed a new artificial ivory product,...
How Upbeat Should The EU’s Messaging Be? Asks Giles Merritt
Giles Merritt, Founder of Friends of Europe, reflects on the growing challenge of "selling Europe" to voters when living...
Understanding AI’s Role in Accelerating Africa’s Healthcare Momentum
In Africa, as in much of the world, artificial intelligence (AI) is the latest buzzword amongst healthcare professionals. ...
Africa’s Renewables Capacity Minimal At Best – For Now, Writes NJ Ayuk
There’s no question that renewables will have a future in our energy systems in Africa. It’s an exciting...
Embracing Change, Power Of Innovation Is Crucial For Business
One thing is certain, uncertainty and change are the new norms in business. From economic upheaval and technological...
Low Economic Growth Puts Pressure On Social Grants, Writes Busi Mavuso
We are facing a difficult moment for government’s fiscal management. Government revenue is suffering the reality of low...
Africa’s First Climate Summit Sets Bold Agenda, Writes Kevin Mofokeng
Africa's inaugural climate summit, held in Nairobi, Kenya, recently concluded with the adoption of the Nairobi Declaration. This...
Lady R Report Is Definitive That Nothing Was Loaded, Writes Busi Mavuso
Until a year ago, our diplomatic relations with the world were not particularly relevant to the business environment. ...