Category Archives: Business

17May/25

AFRICON 2025 in Atlanta Announces Partnerships

May 17, 2025BusinessAfricon, Atlanta, Dami Kujembola, Fidelity Bank, Nigeria, Timi Adeyebaadmin

May 16, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — AFRICON 2025, a significant gathering celebrating African culture, creativity, and commerce, will be held in Atlanta, Georgia, from 18th to 20th September 2025. Organised by Amplify Africa, the event aims to foster global connection and cross-continental collaboration. A notable element of this year’s conference is a partnership with Fidelity Bank, which will include the 3rd Annual Fidelity Investment and Trade Creative Connect (FITCC) forum focusing on investment opportunities in Africa. Continue reading →

17May/25

Weekly Recap: 15 Finance Press Releases You Need to See

May 17, 2025FinanceJournalism, News, PR Newswire, Press releaseadmin

With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help finance journalists and consumers stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed. Continue reading

16May/25

Celestine Achi: Pioneering AI PR in Africa

May 16, 2025MediaArtificial intelligence, Celestine Achi, Computational neuroscience, Cybernetics, Data scienceadmin

This source, presented as a press release, focuses on Celestine Achi, described as a pioneer in AI communications in Africa. It highlights his work in reshaping Public Relations (PR) strategy through various educational tools and frameworks. The text details his initiatives, including a book titled “AI-Powered PR”, an interactive game, and the AI-PR Maturity Model™, all designed to equip professionals with the skills needed for an AI-driven media landscape. The article also introduces the TABS-D™ framework, a practical methodology for implementing AI in PR, and references a goal to train 100,000 African communicators in AI literacy by 2030. Ultimately, the source portrays Achi as a key figure driving African leadership in the application of AI within the communications sector. Continue reading

15May/25

China Market: Not an Option, But a Must

May 15, 2025EconomyChina, China–European Union relations, Foreign direct investment, Foreign relations of China, International trade law, Jens Eskelund, World government, World Trade Organizationadmin

This is an exclusive interview with Jens Eskelund, the President of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, published by China Today and distributed by PR Newswire. The interview centres on the past, present, and future of China-EU economic and trade relations. Eskelund highlights the significant growth in commercial ties since China’s WTO accession and the intertwined interests of both economies. He also stresses China’s irreplaceable role in global supply chains and the potential for future cooperation, particularly in areas like consumption growth and the green transition. Continue reading

15May/25

US Families Relocating to Europe Seek Tutoring Support

May 15, 2025EconomyAdam Caller, Education, Learning, Oxford, Oxford OX2 7HT, Teaching, Tutoring, Tutors International, United Kingdom, United Statesadmin

May 15, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — This is a press release from Tutors International, a private tutoring company, announcing a recent increase in enquiries from US families moving to Europe or the UK. The company attributes this rise to American families seeking lifestyle changes, cultural enrichment, or job flexibility abroad and highlights the key challenges families face Continue reading →

14May/25

Digital Economy Trust Index Insights

May 14, 2025EconomyChina, Consumer confidence, Digital economy, Economic systems, Egypt, France, Gross domestic product, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Trust, United Arab Emiratesadmin

May 14, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — According to a press release from Checkout.com, the company has launched its first Digital Economy Trust Index, ranking 16 countries based on consumer trust in online systems. The index highlights a strong link between trust in the digital economy and national GDP growth, suggesting that countries with higher digital trust tend to experience greater economic expansion. Continue reading →

12May/25

HTX DeepThink: Fed, Trump Token, Bitcoin Trends

May 12, 2025FinanceBitcoin, China, Cryptocurrencies, DJT, HTX, Trump, TRUMP MEDIA & TECHNOLOGY GROUP, United Statesadmin

This **market analysis from HTX DeepThink** discusses several key financial and political developments. It highlights the **US Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady**, citing stalled disinflation and fiscal concerns as reasons for caution. The article also examines the **potential impact of a new utility token from Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT)** on the crypto market, noting its significance as the first time a publicly listed US media company is launching such a token tied to a real-world product. Additionally, it covers the **easing of US-China trade tensions** through recent high-level talks and their positive effect on risk assets like Bitcoin. Finally, the analysis touches on **Bitcoin’s market dynamics**, suggesting its short-term direction will heavily depend on upcoming macroeconomic data releases. Continue reading

11May/25

Implementing Partners of USAID Projects in Zambia

May 11, 2025EconomyAfrica Finance Corporation, AfricaGlobal Schaffer, Albania, Cardno Emerging Markets, Cardno Emerging Markets, LTD., Civil affairs, DAI Global, Export Trading Group, First Quantum Minerals, FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY, IntraHealth International, Jhpiego, Joe Biden, John Snow Inc., Kobaloni Energy, LTD., Madison Finance Company Limited, Malawi–United States relations, mothers2mothers, ORG PARTNERS, Pact Inc., Presidency of John F. Kennedy, President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, Snow, SustainAbility Solutions, u.s. department of state, United States, United States Agency for International Development, United States–Zambia relations, Zambia, Zambia Health Education, zambian miningadmin

May 11, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) plays a significant role in Zambia’s development through a wide array of projects aimed at reducing poverty and fostering sustainable, democratic societies.¹ USAID’s operational model in Zambia is heavily reliant on establishing partnerships with various organizations that possess specialized expertise and local knowledge. Continue reading →

10May/25

April in Review: 10 Top Finance Press Releases

May 10, 2025FinanceJournalism, News, News agency, PR Newswire, Press releaseadmin

With thousands of press releases published each month, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help finance journalists and consumers stay on top of the month’s most popular releases and newsworthy trends, here’s a recap of some of the past month’s most read- and engaged-with stories. Continue reading

09May/25

Recession Product Launch Advantages

May 9, 2025EconomyBerk Talay, Business cycle, Competition, Koen Pauwels, Marketing, Recession, Steven H. Seggie, Unemploymentadmin

May 9, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — According to research featured in MIT Sloan Management Review, launching new products during an economic downturn can be a strategic advantage. The study found that products introduced during recessions often achieve better sales, market share, and longevity than those launched during prosperous times. Continue reading →