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Navigating the Future of Work in Africa

December 18, 2024/Edelman • Over half of workers in Nigeria (59%) and South Africa (57%) express concern about the potential redundancy of their skills within the next decade due to technological advances. • 21% of respondents in both Nigeria and South Africa believe their jobs could eventually be taken over […]

AfDB to Make $30 Million Equity Investment in AFC to Catalyse Climate Action

The investment is projected to contribute to the creation of over 1,600 full-time equivalent jobs by 2031, while also fostering regional integration, and generating clean, reliable energy December 16, 2024/AfDB The African Development Bank’s Board of Directors has approved a $30 million equity investment in Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) for […]

EAAIF Backs CEC Renewables’ $96.7Million Green Bond to Increase Zambia’s Solar Capacity, Tackle Country’s Energy Crisis

136 MW solar plant will provide clean energy to communities and businesses in Zambia, helping to overcome the country’s energy crisis The transaction demonstrates EAAIF’s commitment to support capital market development in Africa, providing fundraising solutions for dynamic companies  December 13, 2024/Africa Practice The Emerging Africa & Asia Infrastructure Fund […]