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Ecobank and VISA jointly host the TotalEnergies Confederation of African Football (CAF) Africa Cup of Nations, Côte d’Ivoire 2023 trophy in Abidjan

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Through the “Trophy Tour”, Ecobank has demonstrated the unifying power of African football by uniting the different communities attending the celebration

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ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, January 11, 2024/APO Group/ — 

Ecobank (www.Ecobank.com), official sponsor of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Côte d’Ivoire 2023, in partnership with VISA, has been privileged to host the tournament’s trophy at its Ivorian headquarters in Le Plateau, Abidjan. The “Trophy Tour”, which began in October 2023 with visits to the 24 participating countries, ended in Abidjan, paving way for the official start of the competition on 13 January.

The historic event was a momentous occasion as it brought together citizens united by passion for football. Ecobank customers joined dignitaries from VISA, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Ecobank in admiring the trophy prior to Africa’s biggest sporting event. To further enthuse the younger generation, Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire invited pupils from École Primaire Publique Deux Plateaux Nord in Abidjan to see the trophy tour. Ecobank recently renovated the school as part of its Ecobank Day initiatives held in October last year to commemorate the Bank’s flagship annual day dedicated to beneficial social impact. Through the “Trophy Tour”, Ecobank has demonstrated the unifying power of African football by uniting the different communities attending the celebration.

The triumphant entry of the trophy to Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire’s headquarters was accompanied by drums, firecrackers and a dancing troupe. The display of the trophy was accompanied by the official anthem of the Coupe d’Afrique des Nations (CAN) 2023.

We aim to offer convenient and secure payment solutions, contributing to technological advancement and fan satisfaction throughout this major sporting event in Côte d’Ivoire

Paul-Harry Aithnard, Managing Director of Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire and Regional Executive for UEMOA, said, “We are extremely proud to be an official sponsor of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Côte d’Ivoire 2023 and to have the opportunity to share this unique event with our community in Côte d’Ivoire. As an official partner of the competition, we share the emotional bond that hundreds of millions of Africans have with the magic that football brings. This trophy, beyond its symbolism, embodies our dedication to excellence, unity and the enhancement of our continent through sport. We would like to express our deep gratitude to our partner VISA for the great partnership so far and it is our joint wish that this event will bring generations together on and off the pitch.”

On his part, Ismahill Diaby, Vice President and General Manager of Visa West and Central Africa, added: “I am delighted to celebrate our partnership with Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire at the presentation of the African Cup of Nations trophy. We at Visa are passionate about sport bringing communities together and we are delighted to be working with Ecobank to make this competition memorable.

“Our commitment to sport extends beyond the stadiums, and we are excited to support our partners in introducing innovative digital payment solutions to Côte d’Ivoire. We believe that these solutions will facilitate the experience of football fans during this prestigious competition. By joining forces, we aim to offer convenient and secure payment solutions, contributing to technological advancement and fan satisfaction throughout this major sporting event in Côte d’Ivoire.”

Ecobank Côte d’Ivoire, in partnership with VISA, has some wonderful surprises in store for the fans of African football, giving them the opportunity to live out their passion through special offers on Ecobank Visa Cards. Numerous Fanzones are being set up across the country to enable fans to come and support their favourite team in an original way.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated.

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Learning curves: Addressing the skills shortage in African mining

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The discussion will unpack key factors contributing to the skills shortage and examine how stronger collaboration between mining companies, universities and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions can help bridge the gap

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, March 23, 2026/APO Group/ –The African mining industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by technological advancements, increasing sustainability demands, and rising global demand for critical minerals. However, a widening skills gap continues to pose a significant challenge to the sector’s growth and long-term competitiveness.

 

To address this pressing issue, an upcoming webinar hosted by Vuka group’s Mining Review Africa will bring together industry experts to explore practical solutions for building a skilled and future-ready mining workforce across the continent.

The discussion will unpack key factors contributing to the skills shortage and examine how stronger collaboration between mining companies, universities and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions can help bridge the gap. It will also consider how digitalisation and automation are reshaping workforce requirements, and what this means for the next generation of mining professionals.

Participants can expect insights on:

  • Key causes of the mining skills shortage across Africa
  • Strengthening collaboration between industry, universities, and TVET institutions
  • The impact of digitalisation and automation on workforce requirements
  • Strategies for developing the next generation of mining professionals
  • Practical solutions for upskilling and workforce development
  • How regional collaboration can develop a skilled workforce
  • Preventing the brain drain in African mining as skilled workers seek greener pastures

 

Event details:
Date: 7 May 2026
Time: 14:00 (SAST)

To register for the webinar, visit: https://apo-opa.co/4brnadB

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of VUKA Group.

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Mining Review Africa Introduces French and Portuguese Website Translation

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By enabling multilingual access, Mining Review Africa aims to better serve its diverse readership, including industry professionals, policymakers and investors who rely on timely mining news and insights

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, March 20, 2026/APO Group/ –VUKA Group’s (https://WeAreVUKA.com/) Mining Review Africa has introduced French and Portuguese translations on its website, responding to growing demand from readers across the continent.

 

This allows users to access content in multiple languages, improving accessibility for audiences in regions where English is not widely used.

We recognise that language should not be a barrier to information, especially in a sector that plays such a critical role in the continent’s economic growth

The move follows insights gathered by VUKA Group during its flagship mining events held across Africa, including DRC Mining Week, Angola International Mining Conference and Nigeria Mining Week The organisers noted a clear need for more inclusive communication, particularly in countries where French and Portuguese are dominant languages in business and industry engagement.

By enabling multilingual access, Mining Review Africa aims to better serve its diverse readership, including industry professionals, policymakers and investors who rely on timely mining news and insights.

“This development is part of our ongoing commitment to making mining content more accessible across Africa,” Mining Review Africa’s Editor-In-Chief, Gerard Peter said. “We recognise that language should not be a barrier to information, especially in a sector that plays such a critical role in the continent’s economic growth.”

The translation feature is now live and available to all users on the Mining Review Africa website.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of VUKA Group.

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Qianhai Launches OPC Mavericks Program to Empower Global AI Solopreneurs

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SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 March 2026 – On March 18, Qianhai, a flagship hub for institutional opening-up, high-end services and technological innovation in southern China, officially opened the application portal for the Qianhai OPC (One-Person Company) International Community and launched its global OPC Mavericks Program. Adhering to the philosophy of “All Innovation, Zero Distraction”, the initiative aims to build the world’s leading ecosystem for AI-driven one-person companies.

Widely recognized as a pioneering zone for China’s institutional opening-up and a key innovation node in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Qianhai leads the country in piloting cross-border cooperation, regulatory innovation and business-friendly reforms. It has grown into a highland for advanced services, tech research and development, and entrepreneurial ecosystems, connecting global talents, capital and technologies with the massive market of the Greater Bay Area.

The OPC Mavericks Program targets six elite groups: academic pioneers, tech veterans, global AI competition winners, elite prodigies, influential open-source contributors, and outstanding graduates in AI and computer science. Eligible projects should leverage generative AI, large language models, AI agents and automation to build sustainable closed-loop businesses.

As the world’s first vertical accelerator dedicated to OPCs, the community provides a tailor-made AI launchpad with the SENSE ecosystem and the “Eight Zeros” guarantee to remove startup barriers: supported office space up to 200㎡ for two years, talent housing up to 50㎡ per person, annual free computing power up to 50P, free LLM trials, Greater Bay Area market access, collateral-free loans, high-risk-tolerance seed funding, annual talent rewards up to 600,000 RMB, and one-stop services for visas, finance, IP, taxation and global internet access.

To help global innovators experience opportunities in the region, Qianhai offers the Shenzhen-Hong Kong 72-Hour Experience Pass, which was officially launched in 2025. This pass provides streamlined entry arrangements, guided visits to tech platforms, enterprises and research institutions in both cities, and on-site insights into the OPC entrepreneurship environment. It serves as a key channel for global talents to fully explore cooperation and development prospects in the Greater Bay Area.

The program supports AI solopreneurs to turn ideas into scalable businesses. Qualified applicants can submit core founder resumes and project pitch decks to inqianhai@qhidg.com to join the program and embrace new opportunities in the Greater Bay Area.

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