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On May 25, 2025, Addis Ababa — The Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), Claver Gatete, urged African nations and enterprises to step up their initiatives aimed at boosting the international recognition and competitive edge of African brands. During the launch of the "Brand Africa 100: Africa's Top Brands 2025" rankings in Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia, Gatete initiated this discussion, focusing on the continent’s most respected brand names. As Africa’s growing middle c...

BusinessWire India Pune (Maharashtra), India, April 8: Guestara , an AI-powered guest management platform, has announced a strategic collaboration with Internet Moguls , India's first digital marketing agency for hoteliers by hoteliers, to redefine how hotels across the country drive revenue and guest engagement. This alliance marks the beginning of a deeper relationship, with Internet Moguls' Founder, Avijit Arya, joining Guestara as a strategic advisor to accelerate the platform's growth in the Indian hospitality sector. Rethinking Hospitality Expansion with Strong Sector Experience Founded on August 15, 2009, Internet Moguls has been a first mover in hospitality marketing, earning the trust of brands like Lemon Tree Hotels, Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, Fern, and Rain Tree, along with over 100 independent and chain hotels worldwide. With more than Rs 10,000 crores in client revenue generated, the company has become a trusted gr...

President Bola Tinubu has dismissed Mele Kyari and other board members of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited due to growing concerns about their performance and inability to achieve crucial production goals, according to statements made by officials from the Presidency. On Wednesday, Tinubu unexpectedly dismissed Kyari from his position leading the national oil company, a role he had held since 2019. This change was part of a larger restructuring effort announced by the Presidency with the aim of increasing Nigeria’s production of crude oil and natural gas. "President Tinubu dismissed all the board members who were appointed alongside Pius Akinyelure and Kyari in November 2023," stated Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy for President Tinubu, in an early morning press release on Wednesday. As a result, he named Bashir Ojulari as the new Group CEO, with the appointment taking effect on April 2, 2025. ...

At this year's Energy Times Awards in Lagos, notable honorees include Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu; the governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji; and Governor Mohammed Inuwa Yahaya from Gombe State. The occasion set for April 11 aims to honor both individuals and organizations that have made significant positive contributions, particularly within the realm of the energy industry, enhancing people's lives through their efforts. Governor Biodun Oyebanji The organizers revealed that Adelabu will head the Nigeria Electricity Supply Industry delegation at the event. Alhaji Aliko Dangote, the Chairman of Dangote Group, is set to receive the Life Achiever of the Year Award. The honorees include the CEO of Nigeria’s Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Farouk Ahmed; the Group Managing Director of Sahara Group, Dr. Kola Adesina; the Chairperson of Mojec International, Mrs. Mojisola Abdul; along with several others. "Four ...

New Delhi [India], March 27 (ANI): As an important development, leading CEOs from Japan Met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi today, marking the beginning of enhanced collaboration between the two countries. The gathering was characterized by an optimistic and enthusiastic atmosphere, with the Japan These business leaders have shown their enthusiasm for investing in India and strengthening relationships. Suntory Holdings Ltd CEO Takeshi Niinami expressed strong admiration for the initiatives in India. Japan The relationship was described as "flourishing greatly" and seen as a "significant opportunity." Japan ese investment. He saw India as a center for showcasing domestically produced goods to international markets, emphasizing the significant opportunities for partnership. He said, "India and Japan relation is thriving very much. There is a huge opportunity for Japan Upo...

Tesla CEO and DOGE leader Elon Musk sat down with Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) for an interview on the " Verdict podcast to address a series of topics ranging from DOGE to AI. In the episode that was broadcast on Monday, Musk predicted that artificial intelligence is expected to surpass the capabilities of the human brain within ten years. "I think in 10 years, based on the current rate of improvement, AI will be smarter than the smartest human," Musk said. Related: How do billionaires become best friends? By launching rockets on the same day. That’s what Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos did. But when Cruz asked Musk who the smartest CEOs are, his answer was almost more surprising, considering some of his past drama. Musk once again praised his one-time rival According to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, intelligent individuals take action. To an extent, being smart means doing smart things," Musk stated. "What challenging and important achievem...

Warren Buffett hasn't come across too many attractive investment options in the stock market over the last year. In 2024, he along with his co-portfolio managers at Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) Sold more than $143 billion worth of equities. The parent company offloaded significant parts of its holdings in well-known brands such as Apple and Bank of America . The vast majority of the proceeds from those stock sales went to pay a historic tax bill along with adding to an increasing stack of funds and Treasury bills. But Buffett made one thing clear in his letter to shareholders in February: "Berkshire will never prefer ownership of cash-equivalent assets over the ownership of good businesses, whether controlled or only partially owned." Where should you put your $1,000 investment at this moment? Our analysis group has recently disclosed their insights into what they consider to be the 10 best st...

At first glance, Costco and Sam's Club share many resemblances. Upon closer inspection, several key distinctions become apparent when comparing the customer bases of these two brands. For instance, according to Numerator data, affluent city dwellers are more prone to being part of Costco rather than Sam's Club. On the surface, Costco and Sam's Club have a lot of similarities. Both are sprawling warehouses stocked with palletized displays of bulk goods at bargain prices. Both charge an annual membership fee to access the deals. Both were directly inspired by the visionary entrepreneur Sol Price 's original club stores. Nevertheless, upon examining consumer data more closely, significant distinctions emerge regarding the demographic characteristics of customers for these two brands. For starters, the typical Costco shopper spends nearly twice as much a year and visits more than 50% more frequently than Sam's...