Category: Innovation

Iconic FIAT Brand Launches in Algeria

        Stellantis announces launch of six FIAT carlines coming to Algerian customers starting March 21: Fiat 500 Hybrid, Fiat 500X, Fiat Tipo, Fiat Doblò, Fiat Scudo and Fiat Ducato Investment contributes to development of the automotive sector in Algeria with a scaled plan covering manufacturing in Tafraoui – Oran of localized FIAT models and development of a robust sales and aftersales commercial network First wave of investments from Stellantis and its suppliers totaling over €200 million to […]

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Update on First BioNTainer for African-based mRNA Manufacturing Facility

BioNTech SE (Nasdaq: BNTX, “BioNTech”) reached the next milestone in the establishment of scalable mRNA vaccine production in Africa. The six ISO-sized shipping containers for the first BioNTainer have been flown to Kigali, Rwanda, where they have been welcomed by Sabin Nsanzimana, M.D., Ph.D., the Minister of Health of Rwanda and Sierk Poetting, Ph.D., Chief Operating Officer at BioNTech. Media material from today’s arrival of the containers and their unloading at Kigali International Airport is available here. In parallel, BioNTech […]

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Huawei and partners to boost digital inclusion in Uganda through DigiTruck project

DigiTruck will provide free digital skills training for more than 10,000 beneficiaries. Ugandan President H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni officially launched a new DigiTruck project in Uganda. The project will provide free training in digital skills for more than 10,000 beneficiaries over three years. Launched on March 8 at an event celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) in Kiruhura District, the DigiTruck project is a part of Huawei’s TECH4ALL initiative, the company’s long-term initiative for driving inclusion and sustainability across the globe. […]

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Interview with CAKE’s Sinje Gottwald

What was your previous experience with motorcycle adventures? I have extensive experience with motorcycle adventures, having circumnavigated the world by motorcycle from 2017 to 2020. During this time, I traveled overland from Europe to Asia, explored Australia, made my way from South to North America, and traveled from Morocco to Mali, as well as completing several shorter motorcycle trips. When did you begin your journey across Africa? October 14th, 2022. What did you bring with you?The CAKE Kalk AP motorcycle, […]

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CAKE’s Sinje Gottwald completes first unassisted African continent crossing on an electric motorcycle.

AKE B2B Account Manager Sinje Gottwald has achieved a remarkable milestone in riding the longest distance ever on an electric motorcycle, after completing her 124-day journey along the West Coast of Africa on the CAKE Kalk AP. Starting from Spain and ending in South Africa, Sinje rode the entire journey completely unaided by technical or medical support. Faced with daily challenges ranging from the continent’s inclement weather and terrain, to her ability to charge the bike and the risks posed […]

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A New Step for Kenitra Site to Support Growth Plans for Middle East and Africa Region

At the occasion of meetings with the Moroccan Head of Government, the Minister of Industry and Trade, and the Minister Delegate to the Head of Government in charge of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies, Stellantis today announced an over €300 million investment in its Kenitra manufacturing facility aimed at doubling the site’s production capacity and launching the “smart car” platform. This enhanced capacity supports the Company’s growth plans for Middle East and Africa region, as it pushes to […]

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Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team – Racing the Future

By partnering with Q36.5, our riders will benefit from their expertise in creating world-class performance cycling innovations We are proud to announce the Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team (https://www.Q36-5.com/), and to unveil the 23-rider squad that will represent us in the upcoming 2023 season. Italian cycling brand Q36.5, known for its award-winning cycling innovations, will be the sponsor and technical garment provider of the team, which will be managed by Douglas Ryder. Our mission of ‘Racing the Future’ will guide the […]

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Inflation, Weaker Currencies and Climate Change Top List of Concerns for African Economies, According to New Survey

45% of surveyed CEOs are worried by financial risks,of these, more than 60% are concerned about currency depreciation. The need to adapt to climate change was the second most pressing issue. New survey takes the temperature of business across Africa. Financial risks, including currency depreciation and inflation, is topping the list of challenges facing the 54 African economies in the year ahead. That’s according to a new survey of the continent’s leading insurance professionals, conducted by the pan-African reinsurer, Continental Reinsurance. […]

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