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Bboxx Power solar panel installation
  • With its multiple technologies, Bboxx is trailblazing in the green energy space, scaling its operations across Africa and projecting to offset over 20 million tonnes of CO2.
  • Bboxx has been awarded Gold Standard certification for carbon credit programs based on solar home systems, clean cooking alternatives, and solar-powered water pumps.
  • Implementing carbon programs allows Bboxx to accelerate market growth potential by reaching over 4 million customers in five African countries.

Rwanda-based Bboxx plans to offset over 20 million tonnes of carbon and generate $100 million worth of carbon credits through clean energy projects in Africa.

In this initiative, Bboxx projects to positively impact the lives of over four million customers across Rwanda, Kenya, Nigeria, Togo, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

These revelations follow Bboxx’s recognition with the Gold Standard certification for its continued rollout of clean energy projects in five African countries. This certification marks a vital moment

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Kenya's Private Equity Deals
  • Kenya’s private equity deals size are expected to remain modest this year.
  • However, despite the high optimism, deal sizes in East Africa are expected to remain modest.
  • However, businesses are concerned that firms will be scouting for exits, too.

Kenya and its East Africa peers are confident that the fundraising environment for businesses will continue improving in the next 12 months even as the continent experiences mixed expectations.

New findings by Audit firm Deloitte show that while East and West Africans largely anticipate an improvement, opinions in North and Southern Africa are divided, with some expecting improvements, others predicting stagnation, and some foreseeing deterioration.

This outlook comes against the backdrop of persistent high interest rates, inflation, and geopolitical uncertainty, which led to a 9 per cent drop in finalized funds year-on-year in 2023.

The Deloitte Africa Private Equity Confidence Survey 2024, shows that in East Africa, optimism is on …

Vietnamese investors

The opulent and contemporary Downtown Dubai is a global attraction for Vietnamese investors. It is a lively neighbourhood that was built by Emaar Properties and contains some of the most famous structures in the world such as Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall; therefore, it is an ideal place for investing in property. In this article, we will look at different kinds of real estate in Downtown Dubai which are attractive to Vietnamese buyers.

Overview of Downtown Dubai

Situated between Sheikh Zayed Road and Financial Centre Road, the Downtown Dubai neighbourhood is a mixed-use development located at the centre of the city. This area contains everything; residential, commercial, and leisure spaces for both residents and visitors. The tall skyscrapers, luxury apartments, and top-notch facilities define this as among the best areas to invest in Dubai property-wise.

Types of Properties Available

Apartments

Downtown Dubai provides a broad choice of luxury apartments that …

carbon offsets | African carbon markets

In recent years, Africa has gained increasing attention in the climate change dialogue, especially its role in the global carbon offset market. But what exactly does this mean for the continent and the world? This article delves into the concept of carbon offsets in Africa, explores the benefits, assesses Africa’s contribution to global emissions, and examines the leading countries in carbon trading.…

green energy Africa
  • In Berlin, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says his country will invest 4 billion euros in Africa’s green energy until 2030.
  • Scholz made the green energy plans after meeting African leaders and heads of international organizations during the G20 Compact with Africa conference.
  • Compact with Africa was initiated by Germany in 2017 during its presidency of the G20 to improve conditions for sustainable private sector investment and investment in infrastructure in Africa.

The government of Germany has pledged to invest $4.37 billion (4 billion euros) in Africa’s green energy until 2030. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz made the announcement at a press conference in Berlin after meeting African leaders and heads of international organisations including the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group Dr Akinwumi Adesina, during the G20 Compact with Africa conference.

The Compact with Africa was initiated by Germany in 2017 during its presidency of the G20 to improve …

natural gas

On the second day of the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2023 conference, a thought-provoking panel discussion engaged regional and international energy leaders, delving into the pivotal role of natural gas in a changing energy arena. The panellists delved into evolving market dynamics stemming from the global energy transition, sustainability endeavours, and technological innovations within the sector.…

tourism market EAC
  • Annual tourist arrivals to the EAC are anticipated to increase to about 14.05 million by 2025, from the 7.2 million recorded in 2019. 
  • Kenya targets 5.5 million international tourist arrivals and a $6.3 billion annual contribution by 2028.
  • Fast-tracking of the EAC Single Tourism Visa remains critical to sell the region as a single tourism investment hub.

Diversification of products beyond traditional attractions and joint promotion of the region is a catalyst to revamping the East African Community as a single tourism market. This call on a single tourism market was underscored by regional Ministers responsible for EAC Affairs and Tourism and Wildlife Management who converged for the opening of the 3rd EAC Regional Tourism Expo (EARTE’23) and the Magical Kenya Travel Expo in Nairobi, Kenya.

The three-day Expo that kicked off on Monday provides an opportunity for EAC Partner States to create awareness of tourism investment opportunities and …

African Securities Exchanges Association
  • Nairobi, Kenya, will be the site of the highly anticipated Annual Conference of the African Securities Exchanges Association (ASEA) from November 22nd to 24th, 2023. 
  • The African Securities Exchanges Association has played a pivotal role in moulding Africa’s financial scene.
  • A partnership of financial firms, the African Securities Exchanges Association is a key player in Africa’s economic revival. Its ability to promote inclusive growth, knowledge sharing, and cooperation is crucial.

Nairobi, Kenya, will be the site of the highly anticipated Annual Conference of the African Securities Exchanges Association (ASEA) from November 22nd to 24th, 2023, drawing the attention of the financial community of Africa. Positioning for Growth: Unlocking Africa’s Stock Exchange Potential for Sustained Economic Development is more than simply a debate topic; it’s a rallying cry for an economic revolution that is about to happen on the African continent.

The African Securities Exchanges Conglomerate (ASEA) has played a pivotal

western Africa startups
  • Western Africa startups have received the highest funding since 2019 to date according to the latest report by Africa: The Big Deal. 
  • The report released on Tuesday indicates that Western Africa startups have received $5.1 billion from 2019 to October 2023. 
  • Eastern Africa came in second having received $3 billion in the period under review while Northern Africa followed with $2.5 billion worth of deals. 

Western Africa startups have received the highest funding since 2019 to October 2023, according to the latest report by Africa: The Big Deal. The report, released on Tuesday, indicates that Western African startups have received . (Zolpidem) 1 billion from 2019 to October 2023.

Eastern Africa came in second, having received $3 billion in the period under review, while Northern Africa followed with $2.5 billion worth of deals. In East Africa, 84 per cent of all the funding raised since 2019 was …

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