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Heroes Almost HeartBroken

The dream of every athlete is to compete at the Olympics. That dream was almost shattered for Kenya’s popular athletes by lethargic politicians

Mandela Stands Tall Over People Fighting For Liberation

On July 18, 1918, Nelson Mandela was born in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. Ninety eight years later, and 10,000 miles away, his statue stands in Ramallah.

How Pain, Bullying And A Pork Chop Can Get You To Gold

In a few weeks’ time, a young Zimbabwean, who grew up in a backyard pool in Harare, will compete in the Olympic pool for a fifth time. FORBES AFRICA columnist, Kirsty Coventry, is one of Africa’s top hopes to smash world records and come home with Olympic medals.

The Fight Of A Bot Named Madiba

For one of the biggest robotics competitions on earth, a team of Generation Z-ers from South Africa made their way to Mexico accompanied by a robot with the fists and fury to fight.

‘Not Necessary To Be Born Rich'

One of West Africa’s richest men and a formidable force in banking, Jim Ovia reveals some key lessons for Africa’s entrepreneurs in his first book.

​The Biggest Goal Of All

Affable South African soccer star Bongani Zungu, who’s in one of the top five leagues in Europe, speaks about his next big career goal – and he’s only 25.

Long Live McQueen

For years, Steve McQueen’s Rolex Submariner was presumed lost. Then it was destroyed in a fire — until it wasn’t. Now the King Of Cool’s timepiece has reemerged and will go up for auction in October. The secret history of a grail watch.

Your Grandfather Could Be A Tree?

The lack of burial spaces is leading entrepreneurs to come up with out-of-the-box alternatives such as bio-burials, virtual graves and space disposal.

Big Data, Smart Farmer?

Why data could be the deciding factor in Africas agricultural transformation.

No Wasted Opportunities

In the mountainous kingdom of Swaziland, a former pre-school helper is turning trash to treasure.

No Play Like E-Play

Interest in eSports is rapidly picking up in South Africa, and Springbok player Ryan Kankowski is now fully into it, training and mentoring youngsters.

The Foodies With A Drive For Business

Two taxi commuters who went on to become friends and tenacious business partners selling gourmet cuisine out of a food truck.

The Profit And Pain Of Online Dating

Swipe left or right for love at first site? While dating apps make money playing cupid in cyberspace, some users have burned their fingers flirting with danger.

The Movie Buff With A Happy Ending In Business

Kene Okwuosa continues to make profit selling the immersive cinema experience across movie halls in Nigeria.

‘South Africans Love Martyrs'

The first 100 days of any presidency are often harshly scrutinized as they set the tone for what citizens expect. South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa is under the magnifying glass as all await his next tactical move.

Football, Beer And Selfies

French football legend Thierry Henry was in South Africa to watch the 2019 UEFA Champions League final on television screens with dizzy fans.

Game On!

South African tennis has seen an explosion in sponsorship revenue and a growing young player base, but is still some years away from the prestige of hosting a global ATP event.

No Longer In The Wilderness

Meet the women challenging stereotypes deep in the bush in Botswana’s tourism capital Maun, filling roles conventionally held by men.

Big Crimes, Small Victories

Africa’s most populous economy, with one of the lowest rates of female representation in parliament across Africa, seems to be experiencing a #MeToo movement of its own with a raft of new rape allegations. Survivors speak out, but who’s listening?

Reneilwe Letsholonyane's Manchester

The 37-year-old South African soccer midfielder says he could move to the English city for its sense of serenity and calm.

Feisty, Fearless & Future - Proof

Thandi Ndlovu and Nonkululeko Gobodo, moulded by South Africa’s apartheid past, tore their way into male-dominated sectors, leading them boldly through a quarter century of democracy. Failure was never an option.

Taking The Q

Africa is joining the global race in quantum technology to solve certain everyday problems, faster. This next era of computing is opening up new industries and opportunities.

Fewer Billionaires, Poorer Billionaires On African Continent In 2019

Altogether, the 20 African tycoons are worth $68.7 billion, down from $75.4 billion for last year’s list. However, the average net worth for each list member this year has climbed to $3.4 billion from $3.3 billion in early 2018.

The Celluloid Warrior Fighting Against HIV

HIV/AIDS remains a global concern. International star and Zimbabwean playwright Danai Gurira is using her celebrity to battle for its elimination.

The State Of Crisis

Zimbabwe put Emmerson Mnangagwa in power hoping he would revive its battered economy. This expectation is on a downward spiral as harassed citizens take to the streets.

Honoring Tomorrow's Billionaires Today

The fifth annual FORBES AFRICA 2019 30 Under 30 list was unveiled at the soldout FORBES AFRICA Under 30 Meet-Up in Johannesburg on June 28, celebrating 120 of Africa’s brightest entrepreneurs under the age of 30 across four categories – Business, Technology, Creatives and Sports.

HUH? Say That Again?

Hundreds of millions of people around the world have lost their hearing. In Africa, Dirk Koekemoer wants to help by getting them to sit in the shade of a tree.

Bitcoin - Blockchain And Billions

If you don’t know about Bitcoin and blockchain, you should – especially if you want to accumulate wealth in Africa. Bitcoin is the virtual currency challenging governments, circumventing banks and threatening to blow oldschool currency out the water.

Nailed By Imposters

Having your identity stolen can lead to debt, being barred from a bank, married to a person you’ve never met, or worse – arrest.

How Tech Can Close The Gap In Africa

In the latest Africa’s Investment Destination Index released in April, Nigeria was ranked 19 out of 54 African countries. In effect, if a foreign investor was to make a choice in which economy to do business, Nigeria would be their 19th choice. It is a steep fall for a country, which not so long ago was ranked as the third-fastest growing economy in the world.