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Africa Tech Festival 2025: Ethical Artificial Intelligence (AI), inclusive investment, and a global commitment to Africa’s technology journey

Source: APO


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Tech leaders, policymakers, and innovators took the spotlight on the second day of Africa Tech Festival 2025 (https://AfricaTechFestival.com/), turning discussions on ethical AI, inclusive investment, and human-centred leadership into a blueprint for Africa’s digital future. Across the festival’s stages, private and public sector stakeholders alike shared a commitment to driving innovation that is responsible, equitable, and rooted in African values.

A key highlight of the day was UN Assistant Secretary-General and Chief Information Technology Officer, Bernardo Mariano Junior, pledging the UN’s support for Africa’s AI journey. In his virtual keynote titled Governing AI in Africa – Building Trust through Contextual and Ethical Leadership, he underscored the need for African-led frameworks that prioritise transparency, accountability, and inclusion in the development and deployment of AI. Mariano noted that Africa’s cultural and linguistic diversity makes it a proving ground for ethical and inclusive technology, and called for Africa to shape, not merely adopt, global AI norms and develop technology that serves humanity in the spirit of ubuntu.

Entrepreneurship and financial inclusion took centre stage at AfricaIgnite, where Odunayo Eweniyi, Co-Founder of PiggyVest and General Partner at FirstCheck Africa, shared tips on building sustainable ventures during the Lessons from a Top Founder on Building Success session. She reflected on PiggyVest’s decade-long journey to democratise savings and investment for millions of Nigerians, emphasising that user trust, transparency, and regulatory collaboration are the cornerstones of long-term success in fintech. The session highlighted how responsible innovation can expand access and foster financial resilience across Africa’s rapidly growing digital economy.

The festival’s focus on youth and leadership was highlighted at Tech, Talent and the African Youth Dividend, featuring rugby legend and philanthropist Tendai “The Beast” Mtawarira in discussion with Marcia Mahlalela (Ascendants Media Group). Drawing parallels between sport and entrepreneurship, the conversation highlighted discipline, resilience, and mentorship as key ingredients in shaping Africa’s next generation of leaders. Reflecting on his journey from sport to social impact through the Beast Foundation, Mtawarira noted that leadership also means investing in others, empowering youth, and leaving organisations stronger for the future, including using technology to advance careers and improve social circumstances.

Addressing a key issue affecting many African countries, the AfricaCom fireside chat Connectivity Empowering Africa’s Future – Why Rural Matters focused on the transformative power of digital infrastructure in underserved areas. Tumi Chamayou-Sekhukhune (MTN South Africa) and Dion Jerling (Connect Earth) examined how expanded connectivity continues to unlock economic potential and drive social inclusion across rural communities.

Continuing the discussions on the key role of women in Africa’s tech ecosystem, panellists Nirvani Dhevcharran (The Foschini Group), Zandile Mposelwa (Zandile Mposelwa Consulting), and Nikita Thakrar (Included VC) discussed the need for sustained investment in women-led ventures and equitable representation in decision-making roles. The session, titled Leading from the Front – Women Shaping Africa’s Tech Future, underscored that inclusive leadership is essential for sustainable growth, while highlighting successful women-designed tech innovations.

Reflecting on the day’s programme, Kadi Diallo, Portfolio Manager for Africa Tech Festival, said, “Day Two showcased the power of inclusive investment in people, diversity, and potential. Whether through ethical AI governance, connectivity, or leadership, Africa’s innovation story continues to be defined by those building a digital future that leaves no one behind.”

Framed by the festival’s central themes of responsible innovation, inclusive investment, connectivity for development, and policy harmonisation, Africa Tech Festival 2025 continues to celebrate the strength and creativity of the continent’s digital ecosystem across its four flagship programmes: AfricaCom, AfricaTech, The AI Summit Cape Town, and AfricaIgnite.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Africa Tech Festival.

About Africa Tech Festival:
Now in its 28th edition, Africa Tech Festival 2025 will take place from 11 to 13 November 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), bringing together more than 15,000 technology leaders, policymakers, investors, startups, and visionaries. The Festival encompasses four anchor events:

  • AfricaCom – The continent’s largest telecoms and connectivity event
  • AfricaTech – The hub for technology, innovation, and enterprise growth
  • AfricaIgnite – Driving growth and impact in Africa’s startup ecosystem
  • The AI Summit Cape Town – Where commercial AI comes to life

With over 500 speakers, 300 exhibitors, and extensive networking opportunities, Africa Tech Festival remains the continent’s most influential gathering for those shaping Africa’s connected future.

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President Ramaphosa announces changes to the National Executive

Source: President of South Africa –

In accordance with section 91(3)(b) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, I have appointed Mr. Willem Abraham Stephanus Aucamp, Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment. Consequently, I have removed Dr. Dion George from the portfolio in accordance with section 91 (2) of the Constitution. 

Furthermore, I have  appointed Ms Alexandra Lilian Amelia Abrahams as Deputy Minister, Trade Industry and Competition, in accordance with section 93 (1) (a) of the Constitution.

I wish Mr Aucamp and Ms Abrahams well in their portfolios.

Media enquiries: Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to the President – media@presidency.gov.za

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria

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CEO de la Fondation Merck rencontre la Première Dame du Sénégal et 6 Premières Dames Africaines lors de la 12ème Édition de la conférence Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 en Gambie

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French


La Fondation Merck (www.Merck-Foundation.com/), branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne, a récemment organisé la 12ème édition de sa conférence annuelle, « Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary », en partenariat avec le Gouvernement Gambien. La conférence était coprésidée par S.E. Mme FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, Première Dame de Gambie et Ambassadrice de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère », et le Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO de la Fondation Merck et Présidente de « Plus Qu’une Mère ». La Première Dame du Sénégal, S.E. Madame MARIE KHONE FAYE, ainsi que les Premières Dames du Burundi, République Centrafricaine, Libéria, Nigéria et Sao Tomé-et-Principe, ont participé en tant qu’invitées d’honneur et oratrices principales.

Sénatrice, Dr Rasha Kelej (Ret.), a déclaré : « Je suis très heureuse d’avoir rencontré ma chère sœur, S.E. Madame MARIE KHONE FAYE, Première Dame de la République du Sénégal et Ambassadrice de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère ». Nous avons eu une discussion très enrichissante au sujet de nos programmes conjoints en cours dans le pays, visant à transformer le système de santé publique et à sensibiliser le public à un large éventail de problématiques sanitaires. Je suis heureuse d’annoncer que nous avons, à ce jour, octroyé 29 bourses d’études à des médecins sénégalais dans de nombreuses spécialités telles que l’Oncologie, Diabète, Fertilité et Embryologie. Nous avons également évoqué la possibilité d’étendre ces programmes. »

S.E. Madame MARIE KHONE FAYE, Première Dame de la République du Sénégal et Ambassadrice de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère », a déclaré : « C’est un grand plaisir de collaborer étroitement avec la Fondation Merck. J’apprécie profondément leurs programmes et je suis ravie d’annoncer que nous avons lancé ensemble le programme « Éduquer Linda » dans mon pays. Grâce à ce programme, nous offrons chaque année des bourses d’études à 40 jeunes filles brillantes issues de milieux défavorisés.

Par ailleurs, la Fondation Merck a octroyé 29 bourses d’études à nos médecins dans des spécialités clés telles que l’Oncologie, Fertilité, Embryologie et Diabète. Toutes ces bourses sont essentielles et contribuent à transformer notre système de soins. »

Retrouvez le discours de la Première Dame du Sénégal et Ambassadrice de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » lors de la conférence Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 ici : https://youtu.be/g7CoXpbG9CM

Regardez la vidéo de la rencontre entre la CEO de la Fondation Merck, Sénatrice, Dr. Rasha Kelej, et S.E. Madame MARIE KHONE FAYE, Première Dame de la République du Sénégal et Ambassadrice de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » : https://youtu.be/lfIQgKsEuI0

Le premier jour de la conférence s’est tenue la Session Plénière du programme Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025, avec des discours d’ouverture prononcés par les Premières Dames d’Afrique. Par ailleurs, une table ronde ministérielle de haut niveau a réuni des ministres africains afin d’échanger sur la stratégie du Sommet Africain de Recherche de la Fondation Merck (MARS), visant à renforcer les capacités de recherche scientifique et à promouvoir l’autonomisation des femmes dans les domaines des sciences, des technologies, de l’ingénierie et des mathématiques (STEM), avec un accent particulier sur la recherche scientifique. 

Le deuxième jour de la conférence, une réunion du comité de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck (MFFLI) a rassemblé les Premières Dames d’Afrique et le Chairman et la CEO de la Fondation Merck. Les Premières Dames Africaines y ont présenté le rapport d’impact des programmes de la Fondation Merck dans leurs pays respectifs, et la stratégie future a été abordée.

Regardez la vidéo de la réunion du comité MFFLI : https://youtu.be/sc2XFyU3s10

Avec la Première Dame du Sénégal, la Fondation Merck a fourni 29 bourses pour les médecins locaux au Sénégal dans de nombreuses spécialités critiques et mal desservies. Sur 29 bourses :

  • 8 bourses ont été offertes dans le domaine vital de l’Oncologie, afin que les patients puissent recevoir des soins du cancer de qualité et équitables dans leur pays.
  • 11 bourses ont été offertes à nos médecins pour une formation pratique en Fertilité et en Embryologie, ainsi que pour les Diplômes Post-Universitaire d’un an et de deux ans en Soins Sexuels et Reproductifs. Cela contribuera considérablement sur l’avancement de la santé des femmes et révolutionnera les soins de reproduction et de fertilité au Sénégal.
  • 10 bourses ont été accordées pour le Cours de Master du Diabète. Une fois terminé, ces médecins seront non seulement équipés pour prendre en charge efficacement les patients diabétiques, mais joueront également un rôle clé dans la sensibilisation sur cette maladie et la promotion de l’importance d’un mode de vie sain dans nos communautés.

« La Fondation Merck a toujours cru en l’importance du renforcement des capacités du système de santé et œuvre en ce sens depuis 2012. À ce jour, nous avons octroyé plus de 2 400 bourses à des professionnels de santé issus de 52 pays et exerçant dans 44 spécialités médicales essentielles et mal desservies. Nous continuerons à financer les bourses études de médecins du Sénégal et d’ailleurs », a ajouté le Dr Kelej.

La Fondation Merck, en partenariat avec la Première Dame du Sénégal, a lancé de nombreuses initiatives de sensibilisation communautaire pour aborder un large éventail de problématiques sociales et sanitaires.

En collaboration avec le Bureau de la Première Dame du Sénégal, elle a récemment organisé une Formation des Médias sur la Santé En Ligne afin d’encourager les journalistes à donner la parole aux personnes marginalisées et à impulser un changement culturel autour de questions sociales cruciales telles que le soutien à l’éducation des filles, l’élimination des violences sexistes et des mutilations génitales féminines, l’autonomisation des femmes et la sensibilisation à des problèmes de santé comme le diabète et l’hypertension.

La Fondation Merck a également lancé un Appel à Candidatures pour ses 8 prix importants, en partenariat avec la Première Dame du Sénégal, destinés aux médias, aux musiciens, aux créateurs de mode, aux cinéastes, aux étudiants et aux nouveaux talents potentiels dans ces domaines.

De plus, en partenariat avec la Première Dame du Sénégal, la Fondation Merck a également lancé sept livres d’histoires pour enfants : « Plus Qu’une Mère », « Éduquer Linda », « Le Secours de Jackline », « Pas Qui Vous êtes », « Une Balade vers le Futur », « Jude Sans Sucre » et « La Tension de Mark ». Ces livres abordent diverses questions sociales et sanitaires, telles que la lutte contre la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité, le soutien à l’éducation des filles, la lutte contre la violence sexiste, la sensibilisation sur le diabète et l’hypertension. Les livres de contes seront mis à disposition en langue française, et ils seront distribués à des milliers d’exemplaires aux écoliers.

La 12ème édition du programme Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary a été diffusée en direct sur les réseaux sociaux de Merck Foundation et Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO de la Fondation Merck :

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Lien vers la diffusion en direct sur YouTube de la Session Inaugurale du Panel de Haut Niveau des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck : https://apo-opa.co/3LH82ye

Résumé des initiatives et de l’impact de la Fondation Merck :

La Fondation Merck transforme le paysage des soins aux patients et écrit l’histoire avec ses partenaires en Afrique, en Asie et au-delà, à travers :

  • Plus de 2400 Bourses offertes par la Fondation Merck pour les médecins de 52 pays dans 44 spécialités médicales critiques et mal desservies. 

La Fondation Merck crée également un changement de culture et brise le silence sur un large éventail de problèmes sociaux et sanitaires en Afrique et dans les communautés mal desservies grâce à :

  • Plus de 3700 Journalistes de plus de 35 pays formés pour mieux sensibiliser sur les différents problèmes sociaux et sanitaires.
  • 8 Prix Différents lancés chaque année pour la meilleure couverture médiatique, les créateurs de mode, les films et les chansons.
  • Environ 30 chansons pour aborder les problèmes sanitaires et sociaux par des chanteurs locaux à travers l’Afrique.
  • 9 livres de contes pour enfants en trois langues – anglais, français et portugais.
  • 6 Films d’Animation de Sensibilisation en cinq langues : Anglais, Français, Portugais, Espagnol et Swahili pour sensibiliser sur la prévention et le dépistage précoce du diabète et de l’hypertension et soutenir l’éducation des filles.
  • Programme Télévisé Panafricain « Notre Afrique par la Fondation Merck » abordant les problèmes sociaux et sanitaires en Afrique à travers la communauté « Mode et L’Art avec un But ».
  • Plus de 1040 bourses accordées à des écolières africaines brillantes mais défavorisées pour leur permettre de terminer leurs études.
  • 15 chaînes de réseaux sociaux avec plus de 8.5 millions de d’abonnés.

Distribué par APO Group pour Merck Foundation.

Contact :
Mehak Handa
Responsable du programme de sensibilisation communautaire
Téléphone : +91 9310087613/ +91 9319606669
E-mail : mehak.handa@external.merckgroup.com

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À propos de la Fondation Merck : 
La Fondation Merck, créée en 2017, est la branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne, vise à améliorer la santé et le bien-être des populations et à faire progresser leur vie grâce à la science et à la technologie. Nos efforts sont principalement axés sur l’amélioration de l’accès à des solutions de soins de santé de qualité et équitables dans les communautés mal desservies, à renforcer les capacités de recherche sur les soins de santé et la recherche scientifique, l’autonomisation des filles à travers l’éducation et l’autonomisation des personnes en STEM (Science, Technologie, Ingénierie et Mathématiques) avec un accent particulier sur les femmes et les jeunes. Tous les communiqués de presse de la Fondation Merck sont distribués par e-mail en même temps qu’ils deviennent disponibles sur le site Web de la Fondation Merck. Veuillez visiter www.Merck-Foundation.com pour en savoir plus. Pour en savoir plus, contactez nos réseaux sociaux de la Fondation Merck : Facebook (https://apo-opa.co/43onuWi), X (https://apo-opa.co/47DQ34w), Instagram (https://apo-opa.co/4paIWqc), YouTube (https://apo-opa.co/48ccnlS), Threads (https://apo-opa.co/43onvtk) et Flickr (https://apo-opa.co/4r1JsIQ). 

La Fondation Merck se consacre à l’amélioration des résultats sociaux et sanitaires pour les communautés dans le besoin. Bien qu’elle collabore avec divers partenaires, y compris des gouvernements, pour atteindre ses objectifs humanitaires, la fondation reste strictement neutre sur le plan politique. Elle ne s’engage pas et ne soutient pas d’activités, d’élections ou de régimes politiques, se focalise uniquement sur sa mission d’élever l’humanité et d’améliorer le bien-être tout en maintenant une position strictement apolitique dans toutes ses activités.

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CEO da Fundação Merck mantém encontro com Primeira-Dama do Senegal e seis Primeiras-Damas Africanas na 12ª Edição da Luminária África Ásia da Fundação Merck 2025, na Gâmbia

Source: Africa Press Organisation – Portuguese –

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Fundação Merck (www.Merck-Foundation.com/), O braço filantrópico da Merck KGaA Alemanha realizou recentemente a 12ª Edição da sua conferência anual da “Luminária África Ásia da Fundação Merck”, em parceria com o Governo da Gâmbia. A conferência foi copresidida por S. Exª. Srª. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, Primeira-Dama da Gâmbia e Embaixadora da Fundação Merck Mais Que uma Mãe e pela Dra. Rasha Kelej, CEO da Fundação Merck e Presidente da Mais Que uma Mãe. A Primeira-Dama do Senegal, S. Exª. Senhora MARIE KHONE FAYE, com as Primeiras-Damas do Burundi, República Centro Africana, Libéria, Nigéria e São Tomé e Príncipe participaram como Convidadas de Honra e Oradoras Inaugurais.

A Senadora, Drª. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) expressou: “Estou muito feliz em manter encontro com a minha querida irmã, S. Exª. Senhora MARIE KHONE FAYE, Primeira-Dama da República do Senegal e Embaixadora da Fundação Merck “Mais Que uma Mãe”. Tivemos uma conversa muito proveitosa sobre os nossos programas conjuntos em curso no país, que visam transformar o cenário da saúde pública e aumentar a conscientização sobre uma ampla gama de questões de saúde social. Tenho o prazer de partilhar que, até o momento, concedemos 29 bolsas de estudo para médicos senegaleses em diversas especialidades, como oncologia, diabetes, fertilidade e embriologia. Também discutimos a expansão desses programas.”

A Sua Excelência, a Senhora MARIE KHONE FAYE, Primeira-Dama da República do Senegal e Embaixadora da Fundação Merck “Mais do que uma Mãe” partilhou: “É um grande prazer ser parceira e trabalhar em estreita colaboração com a Fundação Merck. Saúdo profundamente os seus programas e estou muito feliz em partilhar que, juntos, lançamos o programa Educar Linda no meu país, atarvés do qual oferecemos bolsas de estudo anuais para 40 alunas de destaque em situação de vulnerabilidade social.

Além disso, a Fundação Merck concedeu 29 bolsas de estudo para os nossos médicos em especialidades importantes, como oncologia, fertilidade, embriologia e diabetes. Todas essas bolsas são de grande importância e estão a ajudar-nos a transformar o cenário do atendimento ao paciente.”

Assista aqui ao discurso da Primeira-Dama do Senegal e Embaixadora da Fundação Merck “Mais do que uma Mãe” durante o evento da Luminária África ásia da Fundação Merck 2025: https://apo-opa.co/47Om8W0

Assista ao video da CEO da Fundação Merck, Senadora, Drª. Rasha Kelej durante o encontro com S. Exª. Senhora MARIE KHONE FAYE, Primeira-Dama da República do Senegal e Embaixadora da Fundação Merck “Mais do que uma Mãe”: https://apo-opa.co/3LBq5Gf

No primeiro dia da conferência, foi realizada a Sessão Plenária da Luminária África Ásia da Fundação Merck 2025, com a apresentação de conferências inaugurais das Primeiras-Damas da África. Além disso, foi realizada uma mesa-redonda ministerial de alto nível com ministros africanos para discutir a estratégia MARS (Cimeira da Investigação África da Fundação Merck) para desenvolver a capacidade de investigação científica e empoderar mulheres em STEM (Ciência, Tecnologia, Engenharia e Matemática), com foco especial em investigação científica.

No segundo dia da conferência, foi realizada  a reunião do comité da Iniciativa das Primeiras-Damas da Fundação Merck – MFFLI entre as Primeiras-Damas da África , o Presidente e a CEO da Fundação Merck, onde as Primeiras-Damas Africanas compartilharam o relatório de impacto dos programas da Fundação Merck nos seus respectivos países e discutiram a estratégia futura.

Assista ao vídeo da reunião do comité da MFFLI: https://apo-opa.co/4p5Bbl4

Com a Primeira-Dama do Senegal, a Fundação Merck concedeu 29 bolsas de estudo para médicos locais no Senegal em muitas especialidades críticas e carentes. Das 29 bolsas de estudo:

  • 8 bolsas de estudo foram concedidas na área vital da oncologia, para que os pacientes possam receber tratamento oncológico de qualidade e equitativo nos seus países de origem.  
  • 11 bolsas de estudo foram concedidas para os nossos médicos para treinamento prático em Fertilidade e Embriologia, bem como para cursos de pós-graduação de um ano e mestrados de dois anos em Saúde Sexual e Reprodutiva. Isso contribuirá significativamente para o avanço da saúde da mulher e revolucionará os cuidados de saúde reprodutiva e fertilidade no Senegal.  
  • 10 bolsas de estudo foram oferecidas para o Curso de Mestrado em Diabetes. Ao concluí-lo, esses médicos não só estarão capacitados para tratar pacientes com diabetes de forma eficaz, como também desempenharão um papel fundamental na conscientização sobre a doença e na promoção da importância de um estilo de vida saudável nas nossas comunidades.

“A Fundação Merck sempre acreditou na importância de fortalecer a capacidade do sistema de saúde e trabalha para isso desde 2012. Até o momento, concedemos mais de 2.400 bolsas de estudo para profissionais de saúde de 52 países em 44 especialidades médicas essenciais e carentes. Continuaremos a oferecer bolsas de estudo para médicos do Senegal e de outros países”, acrescentou a Drª. Kelej.

A Fundação Merck em parceria com a Primeira-Dama do Senegal lançou diversas iniciativas de conscientização comunitária para abordar uma ampla gama de questões sociais e de saúde.

Em parceria com o Gabinete da Primeira-Dama do Senegal, a Fundação Merck realizou recentemente um Treinamento Online em Mídia da Saúde para incentivar jornalistas a serem a voz dos que não têm voz e a promover uma mudança cultural em torno de questões sociais cruciais, como o apoio à educação de meninas, o combate à violência do género e à mutilação genital feminina, o empoderamento feminino e a conscientização sobre saúde, como a diabetes e a hipertensão.

A Fundação Merck também anunciou a chamada de candidaturas 2026 para seus 8 importantes prémios, em parceria com a Primeira-Dama do Senegal, nas áreas de jpornalismo, canção, moda, cinema para estudantes e novos talentos com potencial nesses campos.

Além disso, em parceria com a Primeira-Dama do Senegal, a Fundação Merck está a lançar os seus livros infantis: “Mais do que uma Mãe”, “Educar Linda”, “O Resgate de Jaqueline”, “Você Não É Quem É”, “Viagem ao Futuro”, “Jude Sem Açúcar”, “A Pressão de Mark” e “Raio de Esperança”. Os livros abordam diversas questões sociais e de saúde, como o combate ao estigma da infertilidade, o apoio à educação de meninas, o combate à violência do género e a conscientização sobre a diabetes e a hipertensão. Os livros estarão disponíveis em francês e milhares de exemplares serão distribuídos para crianças em idade escolar.

A 12ª Edição da Luminária África Ásia da Fundação Merck foi transmitida em directo nos canais de redes sociais da Fundação Merck e da Drª. Rasha Kelej, CEO da Fundação Merck.

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Link para a transmissão ao vivo no YouTube da Sessão de Abertura do Painel de Alto Nível das Primeiras-Damas da Fundação Merck: https://apo-opa.co/3LH82ye

Resumo das iniciativas e do impacto da Fundação Merck:

A Fundação Merck está a transformar o cenário do atendimento ao paciente e a fazer história junto com os seus parceiros em África, Ásia e outros lugares, por meio de:

  • Mais de 2.400 bolsas de estudo oferecidas pela Fundação Merck para profissionais de saúde de 52 países em 44 especialidades médicas críticas e carentes.

A Fundação Merck também está a criar uma mudança cultural e a quebrar o silêncio sobre uma ampla gama de questões sociais e de saúde em África e em comunidades carentes por meio de:

  • Mais de 3.700 representantes da mídia de mais de 35 países treinados pela Fundação Merck para conscientizar sobre diferentes questões sociais e de saúde.
  • 8 prémios diferentes lançados anualmente para melhor cobertura da mídia, do cinema, da canção e da moda.
  • Cerca de 30 canções que abordam questões de saúde e sociais, interpretadas por cantores locais de toda a África.
  • 9 livros de histórias infantis em quatro línguas: inglês, francês, português e swahíli.
  • 6 filmes de animação de conscientização em cinco línguas: inglês, francês, português, espanhol e swahíli, para aumentar a conscientização sobre o combate ao estigma da infertilidade, o apoio à educação de meninas e a prevenção e detecção precoce da diabetes, da hipertensão e do cancro.
  • Programa televisivo pan-africano “Nossa África da Fundação Merck”, que aborda questões sociais e de saúde em África por meio da comunidade “Moda e Arte com Propósito”.
  • Mais de 1040 bolsas de estudo concedidas anualmente a meninas africanas de alto desempenho, mas de baixa renda, de 18 países, para empoderá-las a atingir o seu pleno potencial.
  • 15 canais de mídia social com mais de 8,5 milhões de seguidores.

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para Merck Foundation.

Contato:
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Gerente do Programa de Conscientização Comunitária
Telefone: +91 9310087613 / +91 9319606669
Email: mehak.handa@external.merckgroup.com

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A Fundação Merck dedica-se a melhorar os resultados sociais e de saúde de comunidades carentes. Embora colabore com diversos parceiros, incluindo governos, para alcançar os seus objectivos humanitários, a fundação permanece estritamente neutra em questões políticas. Não se envolve nem apoia quaisquer actividades, eleições ou regimes políticos, concentrando-se exclusivamente na sua missão de elevar a humanidade e promover o bem-estar, mantendo uma postura estritamente apolítica em todos os seus esforços.

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Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets The First Lady of Senegal & 6 African First Ladies of Africa at the 12th Africa Asia Luminary 2025 in The Gambia

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Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com/), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, recently conducted the 12th Edition of their annual conference, “Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary”, in partnership with the Government of The Gambia. The conference was co-chaired by H.E. Mrs. FATOUMATTA BAH-BARROW, The First Lady of Gambia & Ambassador of Merck Foundation More Than a Mother and Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation & President of More Than a Mother. The First Lady of Senegal, H.E. Madam MARIE KHONE FAYE, along with The First Ladies of Burundi, Central Africa, Liberia, Nigeria, and São Tomé and Príncipe joined as the Guests of Honor and Keynote Speakers.

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret.) expressed, “I am very happy to meet my dear sister, H.E. Madam MARIE KHONE FAYE, First Lady of the Republic of Senegal, and Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother”. We had a very meaningful discussion about our ongoing joint programs in the country to transform the public healthcare landscape and raise awareness about a wide range of social health issues. I am happy to share that we have so far provided 29 scholarships for Senegalese doctors in many specialties such as Oncology, Diabetes, Fertility, and Embryology. We also discussed scalping up of the programs.”

H.E. Madam MARIE KHONE FAYE, First Lady of the Republic of Senegal, and Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” shared, “It is a great pleasure to partner and work closely with Merck Foundation. I deeply appreciate their programs, and I am very excited to share that together we have launched the Educating Linda program in my country, through which we are providing annual scholarships to 40 best performing schoolgirls who are underprivileged.

Moreover, Merck Foundation has provided 29 scholarships for our doctors across key specialties such as oncology, fertility, embryology and diabetes. All of these scholarships are of great importance and are helping us transform our patient care landscape.”

Watch the Speech of The First Lady of Senegal & Ambassador of Merck Foundation More Than a Mother during the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 here: https://apo-opa.co/47Om8W0

Watch the video of Merck Foundation CEO, Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej receiving H.E. Madam MARIE KHONE FAYE, First Lady of the Republic of Senegal, and Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother”: https://apo-opa.co/3LBq5Gf

On Day 1 of the conference, the Plenary Session of the Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary 2025 took place, featuring keynote speeches of First Ladies of Africa. Moreover, a high-level ministerial panel discussion was also held with African Ministers to discuss the Merck Foundation African Research Summit MARS strategy to build scientific research capacity and empower women in STEM with special focus on scientific research. 

On Day 2 of the conference, Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative- MFFLI committee meeting was conducted between The First Ladies of Africa and Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO, where the African First Ladies shared the impact report of Merck Foundation programs in their respective countries, and future strategy was discussed.

Watch the video of MFFLI committee meeting: https://apo-opa.co/4p5Bbl4

Together with Senegal First Lady, Merck Foundation has provided 29 scholarships for local doctors in Senegal in many critical and underserved specialties. Out of 29 scholarships:

  • 8 Scholarships have been provided in the vital field of oncology, so that the patients can receive quality and equitable cancer care in their home country.  
  • 11 Scholarships have been provided for our doctors for hands-on training in Fertility and Embryology, as well as for One-Year Postgraduate and Two-Year Master’s Degrees in Sexual and Reproductive Care. This will significantly contribute to advancement of women’s health and revolutionize the Reproductive and Fertility care in Senegal.  
  • 10 scholarships have been provided for Diabetes Master Course. Upon completion, these doctors will not only be equipped to effectively treat patients with diabetes but will also play a key role in raising awareness about the condition and promoting the importance of a healthy lifestyle in our communities.

“Merck Foundation has always believed in the importance of building healthcare capacity and has been working for it since 2012. We have so far provided more than 2400 scholarships for healthcare providers from 52 countries in 44 critical and underserved medical specialties. We will continue to provide scholarships of doctors from Senegal and beyond,” added Dr. Kelej.

Merck Foundation in partnership with First Lady of Senegal has launched many community awareness initiatives to address a wide range of social and health issues.

Together with the office of the First Lady of Senegal recently conducted their Online Health Media Training to encourage the journalist to be the voice of the voiceless and create a culture shift around critical social issues like supporting girl education, ending GBV and FGM, women empowerment, and health issues like diabetes and hypertension awareness.

Merck Foundation also announced the 2026 Call for applications for their 8 important awards in partnership with The First Lady of Senegal for Media, Musicians, Fashion Designers, Filmmakers, students, and new potential talents in these fields.

Moreover, in partnership with The First Lady of Senegal, Merck Foundation is launching their children’s storybooks, “More Than a Mother”, “Educating Linda”, “Jackline’s Rescue”, “Not Who You Are”, “Ride into the Future” and “Sugar free Jude”, “Mark’s Pressure”, and “Ray of Hope”. The storybooks address various social and health issues like breaking infertility stigma, supporting girl education, stopping GBV, diabetes and hypertension awareness. The storybooks will be made available in French Language, and thousands of copies will be distributed to school children.

The 12th Edition of Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary was streamed live on the social media handles of Merck Foundation and Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation.

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Link to the YouTube live stream of Inaugural Session of Merck Foundation First Ladies High Level Panel: https://apo-opa.co/3LH82ye

Summarizing Merck Foundation’s initiatives and impact:

Merck Foundation is transforming the Patient care landscape and making history together with their partners in Africa, Asia, and beyond, through:

• 2400+ Scholarships provided by Merck Foundation for healthcare providers from 52 Countries in 44 critical and underserved medical specialties.  

Merck Foundation is also creating a culture shift and breaking the silence about a wide range of social and health issues in Africa and underserved communities through:

• 3700+ Media Representatives from more than 35 countries trained by Merck Foundation to raise awareness about different social and health issues

• 8 Different Awards launched annually for best media coverage, film, song and fashion.

• Around 30 songs to address health and social issues, by local singers across Africa

• 9 Children’s Storybooks in four languages – English, French, Portuguese, and Swahilli

• 6 Awareness Animation films in five languages – English, French, Portuguese, Spanish and Swahili to raise awareness about breaking infertility stigma, supporting girl education and prevention and early detection of Diabetes, Hypertension & Cancer.

• Pan African TV Program “Our Africa by Merck Foundation” addressing Social and Health Issues in Africa through “Fashion and ART with Purpose” Community

• 1040+ Scholarships provided annually to high performing but under-privileged African schoolgirls from 18 countries, to empower them to complete their studies

  • 15 Social Media Channels with more than 8.5 Million Followers.

     

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Merck Foundation.

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Phone: +91 9310087613/ +91 9319606669
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The Merck Foundation is dedicated to improving social and health outcomes for communities in need. While it collaborates with various partners, including governments to achieve its humanitarian goals, the foundation remains strictly neutral in political matters. It does not engage in or support any political activities, elections, or regimes, focusing solely on its mission to elevate humanity and enhance well-being while maintaining a strict non-political stance in all of its endeavors.

 

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Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) Experts to Speak at MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 in Dakar

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Two senior officials from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) – Dr. Ali Dehghan, Senior Supply Analyst, and Eng. Mohammed Attaba, Senior Downstream Oil Industry Analyst – have been confirmed as featured speakers at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition. Taking place in Dakar from December 9-10, the event will be held under the High Patronage of Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar Faye. 

Energy supermajor Chevron (https://apo-opa.co/3WSqAhr) officially entered Guinea-Bissau’s offshore sector in November 2025 through a landmark agreement to operate Blocks 5B and 6B. The move marks a significant expansion of Chevron’s West African exploration portfolio, strengthening its presence across one of the continent’s most promising frontier regions. As such, Dr. Dehghan and Eng. Attaba’s participation exemplifies OPEC’s growing engagement with the rapidly developing energy markets of the MSGBC basin, where major oil, gas and hydrogen projects are reshaping the regional energy landscape. 

Explore opportunities, foster partnerships and stay at the forefront of the MSGBC region’s oil, gas and power sector. Visit www.MSGBCOilGasAndPower.com to secure your participation at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference. To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact sales@energycapitalpower.com.

This year’s edition marks a moment of historic progress across the region. Senegal has emerged as an oil producing nation, with first oil from the 100,000-barrel-per-day Sangomar field (https://apo-opa.co/4nSepMG) achieving first oil in June 2024. Production forecasts for 2025 have since been revised upward to 34.5 million barrels, up from the previous forecast of 20.53 million barrels. Meanwhile, Mauritania and Senegal recently achieved first gas production from the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) LNG project in December 2024 – followed by its first LNG export in April 2025 – strengthening the countries’ integrated gas-to-power strategies and domestic refining capabilities. 

Meanwhile, The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau and Guinea-Conakry are intensifying exploration efforts to attract investment. Chevron’s entry into Guinea-Bissau, ongoing data acquisition campaigns in Mauritania and Guinea-Conakry and new partnerships across the basin mark a rising confidence in the MSGBC region’s frontier potential. 

As such, Dr. Dehghan, who plays a key role in analyzing global oil supply dynamics within OPEC’s Research Division, is well-positioned to offer insights into production forecasts and market trends while contributing to discussions on new production and export milestones across the basin. Furthermore, Eng. Attaba – a leading voice in refining and downstream analysis at OPEC – regularly represents the OPEC Secretariat at international forums, providing expertise on the medium- and long-term outlook for the downstream sector. 

“Having OPEC representatives join the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference underscores the basin’s growing significance in global energy discussions. Their insights will provide valuable context as the region transitions from exploration to large-scale production and export. This engagement reflects OPEC’s recognition of the MSGBC basin as one of Africa’s most dynamic emerging energy frontiers,” states Sandra Jeque, Events and Project Director, Energy Capital & Power. 

– on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.

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Le Groupe Africa24 vous offre : UK-Francophone West and Central African Trade and Investment Forum

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Du 12 au 13 novembre 2025, le Groupe AFRICA24 (www.Africa24TV.com) vous offre une couverture exceptionnelle du UK-Francophone West and Central African Trade and Investment Forum 2025, un événement clé qui agit comme un catalyseur pour des accords profondément transformateurs, ayant un impact concret et significatif sur la vie des populations en Afrique francophone.

Le forum 2025 marque une étape importante dans l’évolution du WCAF, qui accueille plus de 800 délégués à Lomé, au Togo, pour ce qui sera le sommet le plus complet et le plus important en matière de commerce et d’investissement pour l’Afrique de l’ouest et centrale francophone.

WCAF 2025 : Un événement majeur sur 2 jours :

  • 12 novembre : Cérémonie d’ouverture et ateliers par pays
  • 13 novembre : Tables rondes et Awards d’Excellence

A propos du UK-Francophone West and Central African Trade and Investment Forum :

Le UK-Francophone West and Central African Trade and Investment Forum (WCAF IV), qui se tient à Lomé, au Togo, est une plateforme de premier plan qui a généré plus de 2 milliards de dollars américains d’échanges commerciaux et d’investissements depuis 2022. Après plusieurs éditions réussies à Londres, le WCAF IV rassemble plus de 800 délégués, avec le soutien des gouvernements britannique et togolais et de partenaires tels que le Bénin, le Cameroun et la Côte d’Ivoire. Pendant deux jours, il sera le centre névralgique des chefs d’entreprise et des dirigeants politiques d’Afrique de l’Ouest et du Centre, favorisant les partenariats, abordant les défis économiques et fournissant des informations exploitables pour une croissance durable.

Le Groupe Africa24 Une couverture 360° et une diffusion mondiale pour 120 millions de foyers

Retrouvez « UK-Francophone West and Central African Trade and Investment Forum » Disponible en direct, replay et à la demande sur tous vos écrans :

  • AFRICA24 en français (chaîne 249) et AFRICA24 English (chaîne 254) du bouquet Canal+ Afrique
  • Sur myafrica24 la première plateforme de streaming HD de l’Afrique.
  • Sur www.Africa24TV.com qui vous offre accès intégral à tous les programmes

Avec le Groupe Africa24, Ensemble, transformons l’Afrique.

Distribué par APO Group pour AFRICA24 Group.

Contact :
Direction de la Communication – Groupe Africa24
Gaëlle Stella Oyono
Email : onana@africa24tv.com
Tél. : +237 691 30 03 40

Suivez-nous :
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A PROPOS DU GROUPE AFRICA24 :
Initié en 2009, le Groupe Africa 24 est le premier éditeur TV & média digital du continent avec 4 chaînes full HD en diffusion dans les plus grands bouquets. Leader chez les décideurs et cadres dirigeants du continent, Africa 24 en Français et Africa 24 English, le Groupe est le pionnier et leader des chaînes d’informations sur l’Afrique. Africa 24 a renforcé ce leadership à travers le sport avec Africa24 Sport, première chaine en Afrique dédié à l’information sportive et aux compétitions et Africa24 Infinity, première chaîne dédiée aux industries créatives qui valorisent le génie créatif de la jeunesse africaine dans l’art, la culture, la musique, la mode, le design…

Première marque audiovisuelle du continent, le Groupe AFRICA24 dispose de 4 chaînes de télévisions en full HD chacune leader dans son segment :

  • AFRICA24 TV : Leader de l’information Africaine en Français, édité par AMedia
  • AFRICA24 English : Leader de l’Information Africaine exclusivement en Anglais
  • AFRICA24 Infinity : La chaîne des talents créatifs dédiée à la Musique, l’art, la culture.
  • AFRICA24 Sport : Première chaîne d’information sportive et des compétitions

Le Groupe AFRICA24 édite myafrica24 (Google store et App Store), la première plateforme de streaming HD mondiale sur l’Afrique disponible sur tous les écrans (Télévision, tablette, smartphone, ordinateurs) …Plus de 120 millions de foyers ont accès aux chaînes du Groupe Africa24 à travers les plus grands opérateurs : Canal+, Bouygues, Orange, Bell…et plus de 8 millions d’abonnés sur les différentes plateformes digitales et réseaux sociaux.

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The Africa24 Group offers you: UK-Francophone West and Central African Trade and Investment Forum

Source: APO

From 12 to 13 November 2025, the AFRICA24 Group (www.Africa24TV.com) will provide exceptional coverage of the UK-Francophone West and Central African Trade and Investment Forum 2025, a key event that acts as a catalyst for deeply transformative agreements with a concrete and significant impact on the lives of people in Francophone Africa.

The 2025 forum marks an important milestone in the evolution of the WCAF, which will welcome more than 800 delegates to Lomé, Togo, for what will be the most comprehensive and important summit on trade and investment for French-speaking West and Central Africa.

WCAF 2025 :  A major two-day event :

  • 12 November: Opening ceremony and country workshops
  • 13 November: Round tables and Awards of Excellence

About the UK-Francophone West and Central African Trade and Investment Forum :

The UK-Francophone West and Central African Trade and Investment Forum (WCAF IV), being held in Lomé, Togo, is a leading platform that has generated more than US$2 billion in trade and investment since 2022. Following several successful editions in London, WCAF IV brings together more than 800 delegates, with the support of the British and Togolese governments and partners such as Benin, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire. For two days, it will be the nerve centre for business leaders and political leaders from West and Central Africa, fostering partnerships, addressing economic challenges and providing actionable insights for sustainable growth.

The Africa24 Group 360° coverage and global broadcasting to 120 million households

Watch ‘UK-Francophone West and Central African Trade and Investment Forum’ live, on replay and on demand on all your screens at :

  • AFRICA24 in French (channel 249) et AFRICA24 English (channel 254) of the Canal+ Africa bundle
  • On myafrica24 Africa’s first HD streaming platform.
  • On www.Africa24TV.com which offers you a full access to all our programmes.

Africa24 Group, Transforming Africa Together.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of AFRICA24 Group.

Contact:
Communication Department – Africa24 Group
Gaëlle Stella Oyono
Email: onana@africa24tv.com
Tél.: +237 694 90 99 88

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ABOUT THE AFRICA24 GROUP:
Launched in 2009, the Africa 24 Group is the continent’s leading TV and digital media publisher, with four full HD channels broadcast in the major cable packages. A leader among decision-makers and senior executives on the continent, Africa24 in French and Africa24 English, the Group is the pioneer and leader in African news channels. Africa24 has strengthened this leadership through sport with Africa24 Sport, Africa’s leading channel dedicated to sports news and competitions, and Africa24 Infinity, the first channel dedicated to creative industries that showcase the creative genius of African youth in art, culture, music, fashion, design and more.…

The leading audiovisual brand on the continent, the AFRICA24 Group has four full HD television channels, each a leader in its segment :

  • AFRICA24 TV : Leading French-language source for African news, published by AMedia
  • AFRICA24 English : Leading African news source exclusively in English.
  • AFRICA24 Infinity : The creative talent channel dedicated to music, art and culture.
  • AFRICA24 Sport : Leading sports and competition news channel.

The AFRICA24 Group publishes myafrica24 (Google store and App Store), the world’s first HD streaming platform in Africa available on all screens (television, tablet, smartphone, computers) … More than 120 million households have access to Africa24 Group channels through major operators such as Canal+, Bouygues, Orange, Bell, etc., and more than 8 million subscribers on various digital platforms and social networks.

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Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Senegal to Host Exclusive Workshop on Local Content, Gas Sector Development at MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025

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Non-profit organization the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Senegal will host a dedicated pre-conference workshop as part of this year’s edition of the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition. Taking place on December 8 in Dakar, the session will bring together industry professionals, government representatives and investors to explore local content opportunities, gas field management challenges and strategies for production optimization in Senegal’s rapidly growing energy sector. 

Established in December 2024, SPE Senegal is the local chapter of the global Society of Petroleum Engineers. It supports professionals and students across the energy sector and aims to enhance technical expertise and capacity building in Senegal, a country that has emerged as a new oil and gas producer. 

Explore opportunities, foster partnerships and stay at the forefront of the MSGBC region’s oil, gas and power sector. Visit www.MSGBCOilGasAndPower.com to secure your participation at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference. To sponsor or participate as a delegate, please contact sales@energycapitalpower.com.

Senegal’s oil sector has seen accelerated development following first oil (https://apo-opa.co/3LFaaqg) from the $5 billion Sangomar Phase 1 project, operated by Woodside Energy in partnership with state-owned Petrosen. Since starting operations in June last year, production from the project has ramped to over 94% capacity, delivering early reserves additions of more than 31 million barrels of oil equivalent. Meanwhile, the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (https://apo-opa.co/3Lz2sOx) gas project achieved first gas in December 2024, with commercial operations commencing in June 2025. The joint venture, led by bp, Kosmos Energy, Petrosen and Mauritania’s SMH, is designed to produce 2.5 million tons of LNG annually in its first phase, consolidating Senegal’s position as a regional energy hub. 

At the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 workshop, SPE Senegal will guide participants through three key areas: local content opportunities in gas infrastructure, gas field management challenges and development strategies for production optimization. Local content opportunities will include gas-to-power projects, floating LNG support services, pipeline network development, and logistics and supply chain management. These initiatives align with Senegal’s 2021 Local Content Law, which encourages the use of national goods, services and labor across the energy sector. 

The session will also address technical and commercial challenges, including infrastructure gaps, deepwater field complexity, market volatility and balancing LNG exports with domestic energy needs. SPE Senegal is set to showcase strategies to enhance production efficiency through digitalization, capacity building and governance transparency, while also highlighting environmental, social and governance priorities. 

The workshop offers a unique opportunity for stakeholders to engage with Senegal’s emerging energy sector and gain insights into optimizing local participation and long-term project value. As the country ramps up its oil and gas output, the session underscores the critical role of technical expertise, collaboration and strategic planning in unlocking sustainable growth. 

“SPE Senegal’s workshop at this year’s conference exemplifies the country’s commitment to fostering knowledge-sharing and technical excellence in the MSGBC region. Attendees will undoubtedly gain valuable perspectives on local content opportunities, production optimization and effective strategies for managing Senegal’s emerging gas and oil fields,” states Sandra Jeque, Events and Project Director, Energy Capital & Power. 

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President Cyril Ramaphosa to address the National Construction Summit 2025

Source: President of South Africa –

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday, 13 November 2025, address the National Construction Summit 2025.

The two-day Summit takes place at the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre in Boksburg, Gauteng.

This year’s theme is, “Unlocking Infrastructure Delivery: Raising Construction Industry Performance”.

It is the second annual Summit this year, which is earmarked to bring together leaders from government, business, labour and civil society to discuss various issues.

Deliberations will, among other objectives, focus on how to improve the efficiency of infrastructure delivery and performance.

The Summit will be updated on efforts to combat construction mafia and eliminate construction site disruptions.

Delegates will also discuss as transformation and skills development.

The Summit details are:

Date: Thursday, 13 November 2025
Time: 08h00
Venue: Birchwood Hotel Boksburg, Gauteng 

Media enquiries: Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to the President – media@presidency.gov.za

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria