The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) is proud to announce that Marco Villa, COO of engineering and technology service provider Technip Energies will speak at the next leg of the Invest in African Energy roadshow, taking place at the Westin Paris Vendome in France on June 1. Representing one of the biggest oilfield service providers globally with a … [Read more...] about Technip Energies Chief Operating Officer (COO) Marco Villa to Lead Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), Local Content, Floating LNG (FLNG) Solutions at Invest in African Energy Paris Forum
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Power cuts and food safety: how to avoid illness during loadshedding
South Africa has been grappling with power cuts for 15 years, which have worsened in recent years. The persistent power outages have disrupted every facet of life, including food safety. The Conversation Africa’s Ina Skosana spoke to food safety expert Lise Korsten about the impact of persistent power cuts on the food in our homes and the best ways to protect ourselves. How … [Read more...] about Power cuts and food safety: how to avoid illness during loadshedding
South Africa: Parliament Statement on Workers’ Day
Download logoOn this International Workers' Day, Parliament's Presiding Officers join millions of workers around the world in celebrating the victories gained in the fight for better working conditions. Since 1994, Workers' Day in South Africa has been officially recognized as a celebration of workers' rights, and a reminder of the critical role played by … [Read more...] about South Africa: Parliament Statement on Workers’ Day
Economic Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa Could Permanently Decline if Geopolitical Tensions Escalate
Sub-Saharan Africa could stand to lose the most if the world were split into two isolated trading blocs centered around China or the United States and the European Union. In this severe scenario, sub-Saharan African economies could experience a permanent decline of up to 4 percent of real gross domestic product after 10 years according to our estimates—losses … [Read more...] about Economic Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa Could Permanently Decline if Geopolitical Tensions Escalate
Kenya: Remuneration to Reflect Cost of Living
Kenya is set to adopt a radical remuneration policy that will be responsive to the cost of living. Under the new plan, the minimum wages will also be guided by sustainability and productivity. Further, public and private sector wages will be rationalised to address disparities. President William Ruto said he was keen on enhancing worker welfare and labour interests to boost … [Read more...] about Kenya: Remuneration to Reflect Cost of Living
