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Unprecedented foreign exchange pressures and economic challenges in key African markets impacted earnings and dampens subscriber growth On track to right-size cost base and grow new revenue streams to drive future growth as streaming gains traction at the expense of traditional pay-tv Cost-cutting measures delivered R1.3bn in permanent savings, on track to reach increased full-year target of R2.5 billion Showmax customer base grew 50% YoY as a leading streaming service […]

Following the huge success of the Royal African Society's (https://RoyalAfricanSociety.org/) spectacular Film Africa 2024 festival, (25 October to 3 November 2024), the Society is delighted to announce two further top level events in November 2024. ROYAL AFRICAN SOCIETY ANNUAL LECTURE, THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER The Royal African Society Annual Lecture will be delivered by one of the most respected and transformative global leaders, Professor Benedict Oramah, President and Chairman of the […]

Advanced Thermovoltaic Systems, High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People, Keep IT Cool, Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative and Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) revealed as 2024 Earthshot Prize Winners during star-studded ceremony broadcast live across 50 African countries Each Winner to receive £1 million to accelerate and scale the impact of their innovative environmental solutions Calls for nominations for the 2025 Earthshot Prize are now open ​Last night, the five 2024 Earthshot Prize […]

Nomzamo Mbatha will serve as host of Earthshot Week, welcoming global leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and young people from around the world to Cape Town for a series of events focused on accelerating environmental solutions Hosted by Billy Porter and Bonang Matheba, the fourth-annual Earthshot Prize Awards will feature special appearances from Davido, Diamond Platnumz, Heidi Klum, Lebo M, Ndlovu Youth Choir, Nina Dobrev, Robert Irwin, Tobe Nwigwe, Uncle Waffles, Winnie […]

Television is in the midst of its latest game-changing technology shift – this time from the traditional linear, direct-to-home (DTH) content distribution model to the over-the-top or OTT approach.  OTT – or streaming – offers flexibility, and means users are no longer tied to a specific device or location to consume content.   The power of access is now in the hands of the customer, who can choose what to watch, […]

Emaar (www.Emaar.com) is offering an exclusive New Year’s Eve experience at Burj Park, with front-row views of the Burj Khalifa fireworks and synchronised Dubai Fountain show, live entertainment, and curated food and beverage stalls. While Burj Park is a ticketed experience, other viewing areas in Downtown Dubai will remain free and open to the public. Tickets for Burj Park, starting at AED 580 for adults and AED 370 for kids […]

The world is warming faster than at any time in recorded history. This rapid climate change is already releasing a wave of extreme weather – wildfires, hurricanes, floods and droughts. The only way to slow this wave of catastrophic climate change is to slash our emissions of planet-warming greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide. It’s a long shot! To do it effectively, the world must reduce CO2 emissions by more than […]

The Royal African Society (www.RoyalAfricanSociety.org) is delighted to announce that Film Africa (25 October - 3 November), one of the most anticipated and celebrated showcases of African cinema in Europe, will return for its 2024 edition during Black History Month. For ten exciting days, Film Africa (http://apo-opa.co/3BjNEhu) will transform London into a bustling hub of African cinema, with screenings taking place at some of the city’s most prestigious venues. Bringing together […]

An average of 2 960 attacks. This is the number of cyberattacks that the average organisation in Africa is subjected to – every week! It’s a staggering number – and it’s growing rapidly every year. This year’s number was up 37% (https://apo-opa.co/3ZAiLzA) from the year before, according to Checkpoint Research.  Not only is Africa suffering thousands of cyberattacks, it is also the region with the highest weekly average on earth. […]