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<p>Private-public partnership sets the foundation for economic growth, job creation and integrating SMMEs to the global platform. This Focus On special puts the spotlight on the completed oil refinery pipeline in Richards Bay and what the future holds for this region.</p>


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Focus On: Private-public investment at Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone

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<p>The replenishment of the International Development Association resources, or IDA 21 highlights the key sectors in need of transformation to sustain economic growth in Africa. This special will focus on the unity and catalytic power of the IDA as the World Bank outlines coalitions with the African countries.</p>


IDA 21 Africa Heads of State Summit 2024: Launch of the IDA Coalition

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<p>Amid multiple external shocks and the great challenge of the green energy transition, 19 African heads of state gathered for the World Bank&#8217;s International Development Association for Africa Heads of State Summit to identify key financing priorities for the continent. CNBC Africa brings key messaging from the summit and key outcomes that are rooted in transforming Africa for the better.</p>


IDA 21 Africa Heads of State Summit 2024: Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address

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<p>Energy is a fundamental component of the modern industrial economy and yet 43 per cent of Africans lack access to electricity, this is according to the International Energy Agency. This Focus On episode explores the Namibia International Energy Conference and unpacks how Namibia can use energy as a catalyst for economic prosperity.</p>


Focus On: Using energy as a catalyst for Namibia’s economic prosperity

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<p>The 6th edition of the Namibia International Energy Conference 2024 is taking place under the theme: ‘Reimagine Resource-Rich Namibia: Turning Possibilities into Prosperity&#8217;. Join CNBC Africa as we bring you insights from energy stakeholders, the Namibian government and investors on Namibia&#8217;s energy landscape and the potential to foster partnerships for energy industry growth.</p>


NIEC 2024: Reimagine Resource-Rich Namibia: Turning Possibilities into Prosperity

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<p>In this episode of Focus On, we spotlight The Namibia International Energy Conference 2024, an event that will bring together policymakers, energy stakeholders, investors, and international partners to foster industry growth and position Namibia as a prime investment destination. CNBC Africa spoke to Selma Shimutwikeni, CEO of RichAfrica Consultancy, and convenor of NIEC 2024 about what this event will unpack with in Africa&#8217;s evolving energy landscape.</p>


Focus On: The Namibia International Energy Conference 2024

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<p>This Focus On puts the spotlight on partnerships that use seed funding to fund the on-going African green energy transition projects. CNBC Africa&#8217;s Fifi Peters is joined by Johan Marnewick, Head of Credit Alternatives at Stanlib and Asanda Tsotsi, Head of Project and Export Finance at Standard Bank CIB on insights to into the Khanyisa Energy Fund as part of Standard Bank&#8217;s journey to fund Africa&#8217;s green energy transition.</p>


Focus On: Private Partnerships for Green Funding

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<p>Joining CNBC Africa for this discussion is Annabel Bishop, Chief Economist, Investec and Cas Coovadia, CEO, Business Unity South Africa.</p>


The Power Table: South Africa: Rebuilding the Rainbow Nation

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<p>Tourism leaders from across Africa gathered at the Tourism Investment Forum Africa, held in Cape Town, to explore how tourism can be a key driver towards expanding growth and opportunity in African economies. CNBC Africa spoke Barba Gaoganediwe, Head of Destination Marketing and Communications at Gauteng Tourism on how to leverage Gauteng as a tourism investment destination.</p>


Focus On: Opportunities for Tourism Investment in Gauteng

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<p>Fostering network opportunities, facilitating trade deals and forging international partnerships, the U.S.-Africa Business Summit returns for its 16th edition. Returning to United States soil, this summit will be attracting heads of states and investors from both the U.S and Africa. This Focus On special will highlight some key areas of interest at this year’s summit.</p>


Focus On US-Africa Business Summit 2024

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<p>A number of developing countries look to tourism as an avenue for economic development. CNBC Africa speaks to Joy Priya Somasundram, Principal: FDI Strategies at the Financial Times and Dianna Martin, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Northern Cape Tourism Authority on how Africa can unlock opportunities for growth in this sector.</p>


Focus On: Africa’s Tourism Investment Case

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<p>Tourism, a vital contributor to the economies of many countries around the world, could be a possible solve to Africa&#8217;s economic challenges. CNBC Africa speaks to Dr Geoffrey Manyara, economic Affairs Officer for the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa for more.</p>


Focus On: Expanding Africa’s Tourism Horizon

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<p>Professor Lethohkwa George Mpedi, Vice Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg talks to Jill de Villiers about his book: From the Baobab to the Mosquito: Rethinking Leadership Through African Sayings.</p>


From the Baobab to the Mosquito: Rethinking Leadership Through African Sayings by Professor Mpedi

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<p>This episode of Focus On spotlights RBIDZ Special Economic Zone&#8217;s mandate in attracting foreign and domestic investment and creating employment. CNBC Africa speaks to a titanium dioxide pigment manufacturer located in the RBIDZ special economic zone, Nyanza Light Metals, about their growth strategy and approach to improving the region&#8217;s skills base.</p>


Focus On: The Nyanza Light Metals’ Growth Story through Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone

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<p>Highlights of some of the unforgettable moments for the FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit 2024. We bring you empowering discussions and inspiring talks by trailblazing women from across the continent and the world.</p>


Highlights Special of the 9th FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit

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<p>Investing in SMEs means investing for impact. The challenges that SMEs need to overcome to fully transform digitally are easier with the help of big firms. This Corporate Access explores the role private sector plays to get small businesses to technological support they need to grow.</p>


Corporate Access: Driving Change for Financial & Social Impact

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<p>Joining CNBC Africa for a post-MPC panel analysis is Annabel Bishop, Chief Economist, Investec, Koketso Mano, Senior Economist for FNB and Reza Ismail, Head of Bonds at Prescient Investments.</p>


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Focus On: Private-public investment at Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone

IDA 21 Africa Heads of State Summit 2024: Launch of the IDA Coalition

IDA 21 Africa Heads of State Summit 2024: Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address

Focus On: Using energy as a catalyst for Namibia’s economic prosperity

NIEC 2024: Reimagine Resource-Rich Namibia: Turning Possibilities into Prosperity

Focus On: The Namibia International Energy Conference 2024

Focus On: Private Partnerships for Green Funding

The Power Table: South Africa: Rebuilding the Rainbow Nation

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Focus On US-Africa Business Summit 2024

Focus On: Africa’s Tourism Investment Case

Focus On: Expanding Africa’s Tourism Horizon

From the Baobab to the Mosquito: Rethinking Leadership Through African Sayings by Professor Mpedi

Focus On: The Nyanza Light Metals’ Growth Story through Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone

Highlights Special of the 9th FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit

Corporate Access: Driving Change for Financial & Social Impact

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Focus On: Private-public investment at Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone

IDA 21 Africa Heads of State Summit 2024: Launch of the IDA Coalition

IDA 21 Africa Heads of State Summit 2024: Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address

Focus On: Using energy as a catalyst for Namibia’s economic prosperity

NIEC 2024: Reimagine Resource-Rich Namibia: Turning Possibilities into Prosperity

Focus On: The Namibia International Energy Conference 2024

Focus On: Private Partnerships for Green Funding

The Power Table: South Africa: Rebuilding the Rainbow Nation

Focus On: Opportunities for Tourism Investment in Gauteng

Focus On US-Africa Business Summit 2024

Focus On: Africa’s Tourism Investment Case

Focus On: Expanding Africa’s Tourism Horizon

From the Baobab to the Mosquito: Rethinking Leadership Through African Sayings by Professor Mpedi

Focus On: The Nyanza Light Metals’ Growth Story through Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone

Highlights Special of the 9th FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit

Corporate Access: Driving Change for Financial & Social Impact

Post-MPC Analysis: Kganyago keeps rates on hold

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