L'actualité inédite des acteurs d'une Afrique en pleine mutation
In 2024, several luminaries from the Democratic Republic of Congo illuminated the global stage with their remarkable accomplishments and prestigious appointments, while others were adorned with honors that reflected their excellence. These accolades not only celebrate the brilliance of Congolese talent but also herald a generation poised to conquer the challenges of economic growth, governance, […]
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The organization Apolitical, which focuses on fostering innovation in the global public sector, has unveiled its 2025 list of the 100 most influential people in government AI, known as The Government AI 100. This prestigious list highlights individuals shaping the adoption, regulation, and strategic use of artificial intelligence to improve public services worldwide. Among the […]
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Published on 21 November 2024, the ninth edition of the Africa Visa Open Index (AVOI) report reveals that the year 2024 blew mixed winds across the African mobility landscape. While 17 countries have raised their scores, suggesting a more accessible continent, eight have tightened their borders, adding layers of bureaucracy or restrictions. Data for this […]
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The Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, has appointed Hélène N’Garnim-Ganga of Chad to the prestigious post of United Nations Resident Coordinator in Côte d’Ivoire, effective 24 November 2024, with the endorsement of the Ivorian government. With more than 30 years’ experience, Hélène N’Garnim-Ganga has acquired expertise over the years in legal management, corporate […]
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Adewale Adeosun, Chairman and CEO of Kuramo Capital Management, the majority shareholder of Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC), has been named as « Limited Partner Person of the Year, Africa », at the 2024 Private Equity Africa Awards in London, United Kingdom. Mr. Adeosun has been instrumental in the growth of Kuramo’s investment portfolio since inception. […]
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Botswana enters a new era in its mining history with the appointment, this Thursday November 14 by President Duma Boko, of Bogolo Kenewendo as Minister of Mines and Energy. A former Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry at the age of 30, she is already well known for her bold reforms, which have left their […]
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Lesego Chombo, a dynamic figure in Botswana’s youth scene, lawyer and Miss World Africa 2024, is now the rising star of the country’s government, having been appointed Minister of Youth and Gender Equality by Botswana’s President, Duma Boko. On Monday 11 November, Botswana’s Head of State, Duma Boko, revealed the first names of his 18-member […]
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At the 20th Indonesian Palm Oil Conference (IPOC 2024), Monique Gieskes, Managing Director of Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC), outlined PHC’s vision and commitments for the sustainable development of the palm oil industry in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). As the country’s largest palm oil producer, PHC aims to position the DRC as […]
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Experienced finance professional with deep international expertise, Willy K. Mulamba has also been appointed to the Board of Directors of Equity BCDC, one of the country’s leading financial institutions. A subsidiary of Equity Group Holdings (EGH), Equity BCDC claims to be the largest financial services company in East and Central Africa, as well as the […]
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PHC has announced, on October 16, the launch of the Bonobo project implemented by the PHC Foundation in partnership with the Centre for Research in Ecology and Forestry (CREF) and its commitment to green and inclusive growth. In this context, PHC has signed a memorandum of understanding with the organization SAVE TOMORROW, which will assist […]
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The impressive transformation of Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC) since 2021 was highlighted as a success story at a roundtable on education and growth in sub-Saharan Africa, organized by the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF). The event took place on September 27 at the prestigious Harvard Club in New York, on the sidelines of […]
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Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC), the largest private employer in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), announced on Thursday September 19 the appointment of Jean Muntuabu Luabeya as Chairman of the Board of Directors (PCA), in accordance with the company’s articles of association and the OHADA (Organisation pour l’Harmonisation en Afrique du Droit des […]
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