Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and The Gambia First Lady welcomed First Ladies of Africa, Ministers and participants at 12th Africa Asia Luminary 2025

Filmhouse Group has renewed its partnership with the Africa International Film Festival for the 2026 edition, themed "Frames of the Future: Africa’s Creative Intelligence," to promote African storytelling and enhance the visibility of local filmmakers in the entertainment industry.

The Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana, urges businesses to invest in marketing professionals and continuous skills development to adapt to technological changes. During its October 31, 2026 ceremony, CIMG emphasized marketing's strategic role in understanding consumers and driving sustainable growth.

The Mozambican Government is negotiating with Tanzanian authorities to secure dual nationality for its citizens living in Tanzania, aiming to strengthen legal and family ties. Secretary of State Maria de Fátima Manso emphasized the importance of community organization and a survey to assess citizens' needs.

Car & General, in partnership with TVS Motor Company and The Nyeri National Polytechnic, launched the TVS Motorcycles Training Center to enhance technical skills in Kenya's motorcycle industry. The 225-square-metre facility, valued at over USD 30,000, aims to empower students and practitioners with essential skills.

The Confederation of African Fashion aims to grow Africa’s fashion economy from an estimated billion to 0 billion, unveiling its roadmap at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus in Lagos, while promoting local processing and securing the African Fashion Industry Growth Charter.

Sasol is inviting applications for its Learner Electro Mechanic (Millwright) Programme 2026, aimed at training aspiring artisans in Secunda and Sasolburg, with a closing date of 06 November 2026. Applicants must have a Grade 12 or N3 certificate with specific subject requirements.

Africa Earth Energy Group is developing a 49 MWac solar PV and battery energy storage project in Middelburg, South Africa, seeking an anchor industrial off-taker for a 10- or 20-year power purchase agreement to ensure stable pricing and reliable electricity supply.

The Zambia Revenue Authority conducted a training program for journalists in Lusaka to enhance tax awareness and improve reporting quality, emphasizing the importance of tax revenue for national development and essential services like healthcare and education.

Busayo Adeyemo has been awarded the 2026 Maltina Teacher of the Year, receiving a N10 million cash prize, a three-bedroom apartment, and a Honda HR-V, among other benefits, after competing against 2,510 entries from across Nigeria.

Dr. Allen Onyema, CEO of Air Peace, praised Fidelity Bank for repaying its US0 million Eurobond at maturity, highlighting the bank's financial strength and leadership under Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, and emphasizing the importance of resilient financial institutions for the aviation sector.

Young Nigerian filmmakers aged 18 to 35 can submit documentaries for the 2027 Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts, themed "Nigeria Unseen," from February 1 to April 30, 2027, with a chance to win a ,000 prize.

Dangote Group is exploring industrial investment opportunities in Egypt following discussions with the country's Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade. This initiative aligns with the group's Vision 2030 ambitions to enhance industrialization across Africa, although no specific projects or timelines were disclosed.