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TV PRESENTER KGOSI RANKHUMISE AND FORMER MISS BOTSWANA PALESA MOLEFE SET TO HOST 3RD ANNUAL YOBAS! 

  The Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards (YOBAs) are bringing a dynamic duo to host its 3rd annual edition of its awards show. Introducing the talented TV presenter, radio personality, MC and voice-over artist, Kgosi Rankhumise, alongside the esteemed former Miss Botswana, Palesa Molefe, as they take the stage to host an evening of celebration and recognition of youth-owned brands. …

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Cultivating a Culture of Continuous Learning: Strategic Imperatives for South African Businesses

As the global economy is in constant evolution, the ability for businesses to adapt and continuously learn is crucial for maintaining competitiveness and ensuring long-term success. South African businesses, while rich in opportunity and entrepreneurial spirit, face distinctive challenges that significantly impede their ability to adopt a learning culture. These obstacles range from infrastructural limitations to socio-economic constraints, which collectively…

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MEET THIRD ANNUAL TOP 16 YOBAS FINALISTS: THE NOMINEES ARE… 

  The Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards (Top 16 YOBAs) are back for the 3rd consecutive year and are thrilled to announce the top 76 nominated brands for the 2024 awards ceremony.  This year, the YOBAs expanded their reach to include participation from across the African continent, leading to entries from 15 African countries. The recorded number of entries reached…

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MEET THE TOP 16 YOUTH-OWNED BRANDS AWARDS ESTEEMED JURY FOR 2024

The anticipation mounts as the Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards (YOBAs) proudly unveils the distinguished jury for its third annual event. With an impressive array of professionals, marketers, and academics, the 2024 YOBAs promises to be an extraordinary celebration of Africa’s vibrant youth entrepreneurship. Leading the panel with grace and insight is the esteemed Chairperson, Mosa Ntwampe who is a…

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Triumph for Zambian Tourism Sector as Zambia is named Best Leisure Destination in Africa in the 2024 Global Traveller Awards

Following the announcement that Zambia has been named as the Best Leisure Destination in Africa in the 2024 Global Traveller Awards, Laurie Burr, Complex General Manager at The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara, acknowledges this prestigious recognition as a testament to the relentless dedication and unparalleled hospitality of the Zambian nation’s tourism sector. “Being recognised as Africa’s top leisure destination…

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