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Along the side-lines of the AfDB Annual General Meeting in Nairobi, CNBC Africa's Aby Agina caught up with Jimmy Ranamane, General Manager of Global Markets at Brand South Africa for more on how well Africa can be poised for economic integration.

Positioning Africa for economic integration

Along the side-lines of the African Development Bank Group Annual Meetings, in Nairobi, CNBC Africa's Aby Agina spoke to the Director of the International Economic Development Group, Dirk Willem Te Velde. 

Building resilient African economies in the face of global shocks

With investments of over €1.54 billion in African development by the Africa Global Logistics, aligning with the Africa CEO Forum's theme of shaping a new future for the continent, AGL is set to launch the Yiri Center in Côte d'Ivoire.

Powering Africa’s economy through infrastructure and logistics 

Following a recent state visit to the US, President Ruto secured funding for the six-lane Nairobi-Mombasa expressway costing KES 472 billion ($3.6 billion). 

Bullish investor confidence ahead of Kenya-U.S $3.6 billion project

With its untapped potential and growing demand for unique travel experiences, East Africa emerges as a hotspot for investment in innovative hotel projects and sustainable tourism initiatives. 

East Africa’s hospitality sector attracts investors amidst surging tourism 

CNBC Africa spoke to Obaid Amrane, Chairman, International Forum Sovereign Wealth Fund on the state of African sovereign wealth funds, their management, governance and setting the right priorities to improve development efforts.

IFSWF Chairman, Obaid Amrane on the state of African sovereign wealth funds 

In recent years, East Africa has emerged as the continent's swiftest-growing region. 

EADB's role in driving East Africa's growth

CNBC Africa’s Aby Agina spoke to Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, Executive VC, Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation for more. 

Aig-Imoukhuede: How philanthropy can help transform Africa’s public sector

The Central Bank of Kenya has announced the results of its latest Treasury Bills auction, which offered 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day bills with a total subscription slightly exceeding the offered amount of Kshs 24,000 million. 

Analysis of latest Kenyan T-Bills auction & economic implications

With 80 per cent of the world as sports fans, the global sports sector stands as a powerful economic force, contributing approximately 3 per cent to the world’s GDP. Intriguingly, Africa is home to world-class athletes. 

Uncovering Africa’s untapped sporting potential

The sports and entertainment industry is promising to be a game changer for Africa if well harnessed. Among countries making major investments in sports development is Rwanda.

NBA Africa bets big on sports investments to drive economic growth

Rwanda’s economy in 2023 grew by 7.5 per cent with the service industry, banking and construction sector among the best performing sectors. With a growing housing deficit, this is proving to be a growth area for entrepreneurs. 

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