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<p>Africa Business Weekly on CNBC Africa brings you the most impactful business stories across sub-Saharan Africa every week. From the capital markets to economic news affecting the regions from East, West ad Southern Africa, we will speak to the major newsmakers from across the sub-Saharan Africa region to get exciting and unique angles to the stories shaping the continent.</p>


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Africa Business Weekly: Can Africa lead the next wave of AI development?

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<p>This week on Transcending Boundaries, Reeta Roy is joined by Kennedy Odede, Founder and CEO of SHOFCO, Kenya’s largest grassroots movement. From Kibera to global recognition as a leader and advocate for marginalized communities, Kennedy Odede has led transformative change through healthcare, education, and leadership development for women and girls.</p>


Transcending Boundaries: In conversation with the Founder & CEO of SHOFCO, Kennedy Odede

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<p>Rwanda’s mining sector has transformed from artisanal roots to a modern powerhouse, among Africa&#8217;s leading producers in tungsten, tantalum, and tin production. Discover how strategic investments, innovation, and traceability are shaping Rwanda’s future as a Africa mineral leader.</p>


Invest Rwanda: Mines to milestones

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<p>The global economic landscape is set for significant shifts in 2025, fuelled by changing market dynamics, and structural transformations across industries. In this episode of Focus On, we explore the trends driving spending momentum worldwide and examine how industries can capitalize on emerging opportunities.</p>


Focus On: Visa’s 2025 Global Economic Outlook

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<p>In this exclusive Invest Rwanda Special, Jean-Guy Afrika, CEO of the Rwanda Development Board, shares insights into the nation’s ambitious growth strategy for 2025-2030, with a focus on the NTSE2 (National Transformation Strategy 2). He outlines Rwanda’s roadmap for sustainable development, investment opportunities, and the path to a prosperous future.</p>


Invest Rwanda Special: Vision 2030 – One-on-one with RDB CEO, Jean-Guy Afrika

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<p>Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we work, innovate, and compete. As AI automates routine tasks, enhances decision-making, and drives unprecedented efficiency, the challenge is clear: those who embrace AI will gain a competitive edge, while those who resist change risk obsolescence. This panel will explore how businesses, professionals, and industries can adapt to the evolving AI landscape.</p>


Leveraging AI for Productivity: Building the Future Workforce

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<p>At AHAIC 2025, healthcare leaders tackled Africa’s biggest health challenges under the theme Connected for Change. CNBC Africa speaks with Dr. Githinji Gitahi of Amref Health Africa and Dr. Magda Robalo of IGHD on policy, innovation, and partnerships driving lasting healthcare transformation.</p>


Focus On: Transforming Africa’s Healthcare Future – Insights from AHAIC 2025

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<p>As digital payments surge, so does the need for stronger security and seamless transactions. This Focus On explores the evolving risk landscape, fraud prevention strategies, and Visa’s role in shaping the future of payments.</p>


VISA CEMEA Security Summit 2025: The future of Digital Payments & Security

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<p>Africa is one of the global regions and continents reported to have a learning crisis. According to the World Bank’s more countries eager to deploy technology to promote learning. This Episode of EdTech Monday will look at best ways to align policies across education, ICT, and finance sectors for EdTech adoption.</p>


EdTech Monday: Harmonizing Cross-Sector Policy for EdTech Adoption

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<p>The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Rwanda has decided to maintain the policy rate at 6.5 per cent in its latest meeting. This decision reflects the bank’s commitment to balancing inflation control with economic growth, amid evolving global and domestic economic conditions. The move signals confidence in current monetary policies while ensuring stability in the financial sector.</p>


Central Bank of Rwanda maintains MPR at 6.5%

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<p>Media stereotypes have a great impact on Africa&#8217;s financial health. Africa could be losing up to $4.2 billion annually in interest payments on its loans primarily due to stereotypical narratives that dominate global media coverage of the continent. This session will address the need to change Africa&#8217;s narrative through media.</p>


WEF 2025: The impact of media stereotypes on Africa’s financial health

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<p>Rwanda’s financial landscape has transformed, driving a thriving economy through digital inclusion, innovation, and market growth. This episode explores capital markets, fintech, and key industries like pharmaceuticals, MICE, agro-processing, and real estate. From policy reforms to investment success, we showcase Rwanda’s rise as a dynamic business and finance hub.</p>


Invest Rwanda: 2024 Highlights Special

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<p>On this first edition of the new EdTech Monday season, we delve into strategies and policies that integrate EdTech into learning systems with Rwanda as a best practice.</p>


EdTech Monday: Championing EdTech Innovations Through Policy

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<p>In an exclusive one-on-one, Rene Murerwa, Chief Tourism Officer at the Rwanda Development Board delves into Rwanda&#8217;s visionary tourism strategy, showcasing how innovation, sustainability, and community impact are driving the country&#8217;s global appeal.</p>


Discover Rwanda: Unpacking Rwanda’s tourism strategy

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<p>Explore Rwanda&#8217;s forests, from tiny insects to towering trees, revealing their vital role in the ecosystem. Discover the ecological history, biodiversity, and conservation efforts behind Rwanda’s four main forests, and learn how the nation is leading Africa in preserving its natural heritage.</p>


Discover Rwanda: Forests of Rwanda

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<p>Africa Gaming Expo explores the latest technological advancements shaping the future of Gaming, Finance and Banking on the continent as the platform fosters conversations on what to expect next across these verticals. Register today at agelagos.com and catch all the details of the upcoming AGE LAGOS 2025 in this special broadcast, only on CNBC Africa.</p>


Focus On: African Gaming Expo to host 2nd edition in 2025

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<p>In this special panel discussion, we explore the future of agriculture in Africa with Mr. Pathé and Senegal&#8217;s Minister of Agriculture. Join CNBC Africa as we delve into the significance of Senegal hosting the 2025 Africa Food Summit, the key outcomes of the 2024 edition, and how they are shaping the next agenda.</p>


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Invest Rwanda: 2024 Highlights Special

EdTech Monday: Championing EdTech Innovations Through Policy

Discover Rwanda: Unpacking Rwanda’s tourism strategy

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Africa Business Weekly: Can Africa lead the next wave of AI development?

Transcending Boundaries: In conversation with the Founder & CEO of SHOFCO, Kennedy Odede

Invest Rwanda: Mines to milestones

Focus On: Visa’s 2025 Global Economic Outlook

Invest Rwanda Special: Vision 2030 – One-on-one with RDB CEO, Jean-Guy Afrika

Leveraging AI for Productivity: Building the Future Workforce

Focus On: Transforming Africa’s Healthcare Future – Insights from AHAIC 2025

VISA CEMEA Security Summit 2025: The future of Digital Payments & Security

EdTech Monday: Harmonizing Cross-Sector Policy for EdTech Adoption

Central Bank of Rwanda maintains MPR at 6.5%

WEF 2025: The impact of media stereotypes on Africa’s financial health

Invest Rwanda: 2024 Highlights Special

EdTech Monday: Championing EdTech Innovations Through Policy

Discover Rwanda: Unpacking Rwanda’s tourism strategy

Discover Rwanda: Forests of Rwanda

Focus On: African Gaming Expo to host 2nd edition in 2025

Focus On: Africa Food Systems 2025

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