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<p>More than 13 years on from its first live broadcast, an interview with President Thabo Mbeki on June 1 2007, CNBC Africa, along with its sister publication Forbes Africa, are on the move. The parent company Africa Business News (ABN) is set to leave its home in Stella Street, Sandton, to move across the road to 155 West Street. </p>



<p><br>“An important lesson from the pandemic is the future of workspaces. We have carried out an assessment of our future requirements from a business and technology perspective and believe that it is inefficient to make changes at our current location. To achieve our goal of a more methodical workspace, after 13 years of countless memories shared at our offices at Stella Road, we are looking forward to relocating to our new home, 155 West Street, Sandton. We anticipate that the new offices will officially be available for occupation from 01 November 2020 and I look forward to welcoming our guests to our new premises”. Says Roberta Naicker, Managing Director of the ABN<br>Group.</p>



<p><br>&#8220;ABN’s flagship brands, CNBC Africa and Forbes Africa, recently hosted a first-of-its-kind virtual Pan African summit, The Future of Work, which attracted a global audience of more than 2000 attendees, from over 100 countries. The event was simultaneously broadcast live to 16 million households across Sub Sahara Africa. “As we navigate the challenges of a rapidly evolving industry further disrupted by COVID-19, our focus remains on using this crisis as an opportunity to catalyse change by leveraging our strengths for the future, both as a conventional broadcaster and a digital media company. This relocation that is part of our long-term strategic plan, will augment ABN’s efforts to provide a safe and conducive working environment for our staff, and will continue to provide our clients and viewers with unremitting, insightful, engaging and thought provoking content, through innovative digital and broadcasting solutions.” Ms Naicker added.</p>


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CNBC Africa and Forbes Africa on the move


<p>Africa’s most dynamic thought-leaders, industry game-changers
and icons of social activism are set to feature at the ex<a>clusive
FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit </a>presented by Mastercard (#LWS2020KZN)
and hosted by the KwaZulu-Natal government &#8211; taking place at the Inkosi Albert
Luthuli ICC Complex in Durban on Friday, 6 March 2020.</p>



<p>For the 5<sup>th</sup> edition of this globally-renowned
event, panellists and speakers will engage with the impactful 2020 theme, ‘The
Ceiling Crashers 2.0: Power with Purpose’. The day’s thought-provoking
discussions will be followed by the highly-anticipated <a>FORBES
WOMAN AFRICA Awards Gala Dinner </a>which celebrates the continent’s most
influential female ‘ceiling crashers’ across a number of key categories.&nbsp; </p>



<p>“The <a>FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading
Women Summit </a>has grown to become one of the biggest female-empowerment
events, boasting a high calibre of attendees and unparalleled speaker line-up,”
said Renuka Methil, Managing Editor of FORBES WOMAN AFRICA. </p>



<p>“This promises to be the biggest instalment yet,
featuring female pioneers and path-breakers across the continent. Audiences will
be exposed to dynamic discussions about the growing the number of women in
leadership &#8211; something government and business really need to factor into their
strategies. We will also get to grips with a new discourse that focuses on dismantling
power structures and the need for truly inclusive cultures in business and
society.”</p>



<p>This highly-anticipated event, which is hosted annually
in honour of International Women’s Day, is expected to draw an audience of
around 1 000 leading women. Through hard-hitting talks, fireside chats and
insightful panel sessions centred on ‘ceiling crashers’, attendees will be
inspired to make meaningful changes within their own industries, secure in the
knowledge that they have the support of these innovative allies. This year’s
programme promises an influential mix of leaders in healthcare and business;
advocates of social and environmental activism; award-winning artists and
internationally-renowned stateswomen. </p>



<p>For the first time, FORBES WOMAN AFRICA will be releasing
its own list of ‘Africa’s Most Powerful Women’, many of whom will be attending
the summit. The list will be published in the March issue of the magazine, outlining
those who have been leading ideas and industries while purposefully
contributing to nation-building and positively impacting the lives around them.</p>



<p>The FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Awards Gala Dinner, which is
hosted the evening of the summit, is an opportunity to recognise the
trailblazers and role models who have created a new narrative within their
industries. By challenging authority and ‘old school’ traditions, they are
enabling future generations to live in a better and more equal world. </p>



<p>Beatrice Cornacchia, Senior Vice President, Marketing and
Communications, Mastercard Middle East and Africa, said: “African women are a
vital source of innovation, prosperity, and economic growth. Yet inequality and
exclusion still hold women back in many aspects of their everyday lives &#8211; from
growing their businesses to having the financial tools to participate in the
formal economy; from joining the C-Suite to following their passions. We are
proud to partner with FORBES WOMAN AFRICA as we believe that it is only by
bringing diverse perspectives to the table that we can unlock Africa’s
possibilities to women.”</p>



<p>Managing Director of the ABN Group, Roberta Naicker, said
the organisation was excited that the KwaZulu-Natal government would, once
again, play host to this illustrious event, which serves to highlight the
continent’s most influential female leaders while also shining a spotlight on
this beautiful region. “A summit of this calibre showcases that KZN is being
positioned as a world-class events’ destination. We are excited to have
renowned speakers and attendees will get the opportunity to engage on hard-hitting
issues during the summit, while also affording them the chance to enjoy the
many recreational tourism sites and activities for which KZN is renowned.”</p>



<p>Tickets to the exclusive 2020 FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading
Women Summit and Gala Dinner are available at a cost of R3499, available
through Webtickets (<a href="https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1496991848">https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1496991848</a>).
Tickets are limited and interested parties are urged to book early to avoid
disappointment. There are also select opportunities to get involved with the event
sponsorship, exhibiting at the on-site marketplace or by sponsoring a mentee. Please
visit website for further details.</p>



<p>The 2020 FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit is
presented by Mastercard (@MastercardMEA) and hosted by KZN Provincial
Government (@KZNgov). Keep updated on all the latest news and announcements on
Twitter @LWSummit and join the conversation using the hashtags #LWS2020KZN
#DOKZN.</p>



<p><strong>Contact details:</strong></p>



<p>Office: +27 (11) 384 0300</p>



<p>Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities: <a href="mailto:Sales_South_Africa@abn360.com">Sales_South_Africa@abn360.com</a> </p>



<p>Media partnerships and press accreditation: <a href="mailto:oj@oliviajones.co.za">oj@oliviajones.co.za</a> </p>



<p>Event-related queries: <a href="mailto:events@abn360.com">events@abn360.com</a>

Website:<a href="http://www.Leadingwomensummit.co.za">www.Leadingwomensummit.co.za</a></p>


Africa’s most dynamic thought-leaders, industry game-changers and icons of social activism set to feature at the exclusive FORBES WOMAN AFRICA 2020 Leading Women Summit

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The African continent’s most influential women from all industries and businesses will be gathering at the 5th edition of the  Forbes Woman Africa Leading Women Summit which will be hosted In Durban on  the 6th of March. CNBC Africa is joined by Managing Editor of Forbes Woman Africa and Forbes Africa, Renuka Methil for more on this prestigious event.</p>


Here’s what to expect at the 5th annual FORBES WOMAN AFRICA 2020 Leading Women Summit


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<p><em>FORBES AFRICA is on the hunt for Africans under the age of 30, who are building brands, creating jobs and transforming the continent, to join our Under 30 community for 2020.</em></p>



<p><strong>JOHANNESBURG, 07 January 2020:</strong> Attention entrepreneurs,
creatives, sport stars and technology geeks — the 2020 FORBES AFRICA Under 30
nominations are now officially open. </p>



<p>The
FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 list is the most-anticipated list of game-changers on
the continent and this year, we are on the hunt for 30 of Africa’s brightest
achievers under the age of 30 spanning these categories: Business, Technology,
Creatives and Sport.</p>



<p>Each year, FORBES AFRICA looks for resilient self-starters, innovators, entrepreneurs and disruptors who have the acumen to stay the course in their chosen field, come what may.</p>



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<p>Past
honorees include Sho Madjozi, Bruce Diale, Karabo Poppy, Kwesta, Nomzamo
Mbatha, Burna Boy, Nthabiseng Mosia, Busi Mkhumbuzi Pooe, Henrich Akomolafe,
Davido, Yemi Alade, Vere Shaba, Nasty C and WizKid.</p>



<p>What’s
different this year is that we have whittled down the list to just 30
finalists, making the competition stiff and the vetting process even more
rigorous.&nbsp; </p>



<p>Says
FORBES AFRICA’s Managing Editor, Renuka Methil: “The start of a new decade
means the unraveling of fresh talent on the African continent. I can’t wait to
see the potential billionaires who will land up on our desks. Our coveted sixth
annual Under 30 list will herald some of the decade’s biggest names in business
and life.” </p>



<p>If you think you have what it takes to be on this year’s list or know an entrepreneur, creative, technology entrepreneur or sports star under 30 with a proven track-record on the continent – introduce them to FORBES AFRICA by applying or submitting your nomination.</p>



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<p><strong>NOMINATIONS
CRITERIA:</strong></p>



<p><strong>Business
and Technology categories</strong></p>



<ol><li>Must be an
     entrepreneur/founder aged 29 or younger on 31 March 2020</li><li>Should have a legitimate
     REGISTERED business on the continent</li><li>Business/businesses
     should be two years or older</li><li>Nominees must have risked
     own money and have a social impact</li><li>Must be profit generating</li><li>Must employ people in
     Africa</li><li>All applications must be
     in English</li><li>Should be available and
     prepared to participate in the Under 30 Meet-Up</li></ol>



<p><strong>Sports
category</strong></p>



<ol><li>Must be a sports person
     aged 29 or younger on 31 March 2020</li><li>Must be representing an
     African team</li><li>Should have a proven
     track record of no less than two years</li><li>Should be making
     significant earnings</li><li>Should have some
     endorsement deals</li><li>Entrepreneurship and
     social impact is a plus</li><li>All applications must be
     in English</li><li>Should be available and
     prepared to participate in the Under 30 Meet-Up</li></ol>



<p><strong>Creatives
category</strong></p>



<ol><li>Must be a creative aged 29
     or younger on 31 March 2020</li><li>Must be from or based in
     Africa</li><li>Should be making significant
     earnings</li><li>Should have a proven
     creative record of no less than two years</li><li>Must have social
     influence</li><li>Entrepreneurship and
     social impact is a plus</li><li>All applications must be
     in English</li><li>Should be available and
     prepared to participate in the Under 30 Meet-Up</li></ol>



<p><strong>Your
entry should include:</strong></p>



<ul><li>Country</li><li>Full Names</li><li>Company name/Team you are
     applying with</li><li>A short motivation on why
     you should be on the list</li><li>A short profile on self
     and company</li><li>Links to published
     material / news clippings about nominee </li><li>All social media handles</li><li>Contact information</li><li>High-res images of
     yourself</li></ul>



<p>Nominations
must be sent via email to FORBES AFRICA journalist and curator of the list,
Karen Mwendera, on <a href="mailto:Karen.Mwendera@abn360.com">Karen.Mwendera@abn360.com</a> </p>



<p>Nominations
close on 3 February 2020.</p>


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<p>The continent’s most powerful and accomplished leaders were honoured at the All Africa Business Leaders Awards. It was held in the Sandton Convention Centre before hundreds of influential business leaders in an event sponsored by African Business News the owners of CNBC Africa. CNBC Africa spoke to Naspers SA CEO, Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa who took the Business Woman of the Year award about how she feels about the title.</p>


In conversation with #AABLA2019 Business Woman of the Year Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa

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<p>In a glittering occasion last night a string of the continent’s most powerful and accomplished leaders were honoured at the All Africa Business Leaders Awards. Cover star for the Forbes Africa December/January Issue and President of the African Development Bank, Akinwumi Adesina spoke to Forbes Africa after being awarded African of the Year at the All African Business Awards 2019.</p>


AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina named #AABLA2019 African of the year

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<p>Lead of Merck for Mothers, Mary-Ann Etiebet, says Nigeria is nowhere near where it needs to be in terms of meeting its health care goals. On the side-lines of the Future of Health in Nigeria Summit held by Forbes Africa and Phillips Health, CNBC Africa&#8217;s Christy Cole spoke to Mary-Ann.</p>


Merck for Mothers: How to tackle maternal mortality in Nigeria

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<p>‘Feisty And Fearless Pioneers’ – that was the Forbes Africa August cover with Nonkululeko Gobodo and that now late Dr. Thandi Ndlovu. Tributes continue to stream in following the car accident that led to the passing of a former medical doctor, member of Umkhonto we Sizwe (ANC&#8217;s military wing), former President of the Black Business Council, &#038; Founder of Motheo Construction, Thandi Ndlovu. To reflect on the life and work of Dr. Thandi Ndlovu, Managing Partner of Brighton Wealth SubSaharan, Kunyalala Maphisa joins CNBC Africa for more.</p>


‘An inspiration that stood the test of time’: A reflection on Dr. Thandi Ndlovu’s life

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<p>Today the business community is mourning medical doctor and former soldier who became one of South Africa’s best known entrepreneurs. She was also on Forbes Africa&#8217;s August cover. Dr Thandi Ndlovu died in a car accident at the weekend that claimed four lives. Many called her Doctor T. She was a hard working person with a warm heart and grew up in the turmoil of the struggle. In 1976 her brother Hastings Ndlovu was killed in the Soweto uprising. That year she left South Africa to join Umkhonto we Sizwe the military wing of the African National Congress (ANC).  She was also a member of the executive of the ANC Women’s Section in Lusaka, Zambia. To pay tribute, Rali Mampeule, CEO of South African Housing and Infrastructure Fund joins CNBC Africa for more.</p>


Tributes flow in following the passing of Dr. Thandi Ndlovu

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<p>Part of the conversation at the inaugural Forbes Regional Summit (FRS) in Kigali focused on the need to increase financial success for women in rural areas and small enterprises. In a discussion on how best it can be achieved, CNBC Africa&#8217;s Arnold Kwizera caught up with Vice President for International Development at Mastercard Worldwide, Salah Goss for more.</p>


Mastercard’s renewed drive for women’s financial inclusion

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<p>This Friday will see the inaugural Forbes Woman Africa Regional Forum happen right here in Kigali, Rwanda. The event is expected to bring together around 250 influential women leaders from around East Africa. One of the key organisers – Managing Editor of Forbes Africa and Forbes Women Africa, Renuka Methil joins CNBC Africa for more.</p>


Inaugural Forbes Woman Africa Regional Forum set for Kigali

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<p>Jacob Rugano, CEO, Africartrack International saw a way to expand on traditional vehicle tracking systems by building technology that enhanced trackers capabilities</p>


This innovation is enhancing vehicle tracking in East Africa

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<p>Young, African and breaking the rules in innovative ways &#8211; this was the criteria for this year&#8217;s Forbes Africa 30 under 30 list. Joining CNBC Africa are the young talented Africans tasked with showcasing the best that the continent has to offer.</p>


The Africans behind the campaign to champion African success stories

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<p>As Lagos continues to grow and develop, Adetola Nola, CEO Veritasi Properties is taking advantage of the increasing demand for residential properties; he spoke to CNBC Africa’s Kopano Gumbi on the back of the Forbes Africa Under 30 Meet-Up.</p>


Veritasi Properties’ Adetola Nola on opportunities in Nigeria’s housing market

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<p>Sky Energy is the leading solar power installer in Malawi, supplying residential and commercial solar power solutions to thousands of households. The CEO, Schizzo Thompson, spoke to CNBC Africa reporter Kopano Gumbi on the back of the Forbes 30 under 30 event in Johannesburg.</p>


Sky Energy CEO Schizzo Thompson on powering Africa

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<p>This Friday the Forbes Africa magazine will release its 30 under 30 list at a special event in Johannesburg .Most of the young entrepreneurs from across Africa will be flying in for the event. Methil Renuka, Managing Editor, Forbes Africa joins CNBC Africa for more.</p>


Forbes Africa’s #Under30MeetUp kicks off this Friday

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<p>The May cover of Forbes Africa features Nigerian billionaire Abdulsamad Rabiu,  founder of BUA Group, a Nigerian conglomerate active in cement production, sugar refining and real estate.  Forbes Africa West Africa Correspondent Peace Hyde filed this report.</p>


Forbes Africa

CNBC Africa and Forbes Africa on the move

Africa’s most dynamic thought-leaders, industry game-changers and icons of social activism set to feature at the exclusive FORBES WOMAN AFRICA 2020 Leading Women Summit

Here’s what to expect at the 5th annual FORBES WOMAN AFRICA 2020 Leading Women Summit

Applications Open for FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 class of 2020

In conversation with #AABLA2019 Business Woman of the Year Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa

AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina named #AABLA2019 African of the year

Merck for Mothers: How to tackle maternal mortality in Nigeria

‘An inspiration that stood the test of time’: A reflection on Dr. Thandi Ndlovu’s life

Tributes flow in following the passing of Dr. Thandi Ndlovu

Mastercard’s renewed drive for women’s financial inclusion

Inaugural Forbes Woman Africa Regional Forum set for Kigali

This innovation is enhancing vehicle tracking in East Africa

The Africans behind the campaign to champion African success stories

Veritasi Properties’ Adetola Nola on opportunities in Nigeria’s housing market

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