Issue 99

De Beers Group : The Diamond Standard

De Beers’ Venetia Underground Project in Limpopo, South Africa, champions the symbiotic progress of people, processes, and systems. Due to enter production in 2023, we catch up with Project Director Allan Rodel and examine what makes a mine of the future.

Royal FloraHolland : Flowers for All

Floriculture growers, auctioneers and buyers give us a diverse insight into Royal FloraHolland, the cooperative striving for sustainable success for its members.

Joint Medical Store : Health From a Higher Power

Joint Medical Store is expanding across Uganda with the sole aim to provide medical products, equipment and services to as many facilities as possible. Executive Director Bildard Baguma tells us more about the company changing the face of the Ugandan medical space.

FirstNet Technology Services : Connectivity Comes First

For optimised business environments and gaming experiences, FirstNet Technology Services has the solutions.

Grain Bulk Handlers Limited : Grain Sailing

Committed to providing efficient and cost-effective handling solutions for dry bulk cargo transported within East Africa, we speak with Jared Locklear, Chief Operating Officer of Grain Bulk Handlers Limited.

Inchcape Shipping Services : At the Prow of Global Shipping

Inchcape Shipping Services is the iconic name that is synonymous with the global maritime industry. A historical enterprise embracing modernity, we honour its 175th anniversary with CEO, Frank Olsen.

Kasapreko : A Herbal Infusion

Kasapreko combines traditional blends and Ghanaian heritage to create herbal-based beverages. Richard Adjei, Managing Director, discusses an authentic approach to production.

Syokinet : Internet Across the East

Meeting the needs of a growing technological population, Syokinet is a market leader in providing fast and reliable internet in Kenya. We speak to Executive Director Ian Kasyoki about the company’s drive to maximise coverage across the country.

Sysmex : Enhancing a Healthier Africa

Spearheading the advancement of healthcare in Africa, Sysmex West and Central Africa has positioned itself at the forefront of medical innovation and education. We delve deeper with Managing Director, Eric Osei.

Tshwane Rapid Transit : Taking the Bus to Transformation

Bus Rapid Transit has been embraced in South Africa to improve public transport services. Operated by Tshwane Rapid Transit Pty Ltd, we delve into the system with CEO, Samuel Matebane.

Vodacom Lesotho : Calling the Kingdom

We speak to Managing Director of Vodacom Lesotho, Mohale Ralebitso, about the company’s products, services and people-centric mission.

AirKenya : Eyes on the Skies Over East Africa

Captain Dino Bisleti, General Manager of the pioneer safari airline, AirKenya, discusses its competitive advantage and future synergies for an unparalleled regional network.

Blantyre Water Board : To Blantyre from Beneath

We take a look at Blantyre Water Board and speak to CEO Robert Hanjahanja about the challenges of pumping water in Malawi.

Prioritising Sustainable Urbanisation at COP27

Ahead of COP27, Aamena Desai, Senior Urban Designer at Arup, explains the need to future-proof cities across Africa and create more sustainable outcomes.

COP27 : Together for Implementation

Countries are set to come together and take action towards achieving the world’s collective climate goals at COP27 in Egypt, the first climate change conference held in Africa for six years.

Youth Sustainability Development Network

Encouraging Africa’s youth to take action against climate change, we speak with Damilola Hamid Balogun, delegate at COP27 and co-Founder of the Youth Sustainability Development Network.