Author: Fantastic Moments

Standard Bank has been named as most admired financial services brand, as announced by Brand Africa in the release of its latest research and rankings. Standard Bank was crowned ahead of its competitors in a specific category ranking of the Top 25 financial services brands on the continent jumping from its 6th ranking position in 2022. Brand Africa’s list is based on a survey and rankings conducted by Geopoll, Kantar and Brand Leadership, across 32 African countries that account for more than 85% of the continent’s GDP and population. “As Africa’s largest banking group by assets, operating in 20 markets across the continent,…

Traditionally in Africa, women made sure homes have food, that included working and managing the backyard gardens and lands whilst men were at either at the cattle posts or working in the mines. Over time the phenomenon gradually eroded due to sophistication. Men and women are now enjoying vocations that are selected based on their preferences. However for one, Babui Nyepetsi has turned the old leaf into a modern way of farming with focus on horticulture. She specializes in horticultural business and she is confident that as long as Africa cannot sustainably feed its people, the market to viability is…

The recent new wave of the podcasts by the ex-radio personalities and on-air radio presenters have sparked a lot of dialogue on the new art of doing radio. Typically, an ex radio personalities despite losing their slots still having digital media popularity or numbers to claim their worth in listenership spectrum across radio stations. Consequently social media has hypothetically made it even easier for marketers and sales personnel to check whether their brands get the representation they need to drive their identities. Thus, having a certain brands associate with a podcast shows how meticulous the audience of the latter speaks…

MARRAKECH, Morocco, May 29, 2023/ — Leaders of the global and African tech ecosystem have pledged their commitment to advancing the continent’s bold digital transformation missions, as excitement builds ahead of the highly anticipated debut of GITEX Africa 2023 (www.GITEXAfrica.com) this week in Morocco. Addressing media at an industry roundtable briefing were senior executives from key exhibiting partners of Africa’s largest tech and start-up show, which makes its grand debut from 31 May – 2 June 2023 in the Red City of Marrakech. Among these was Orange Maroc, Morocco’s second largest telecom operator. Ms. Hind Lfal, General Secretary of Orange…

Gaborone, Botswana. Set on top of Gaborone at the Skyview Terrace, overlooking the iconic view of the capital city, MultiChoice Botswana brought together the crème de la crème of Botswana’s creative industry to launch Channel O’s newest music video countdown show, Bots Top 5. Bots Top 5 is a music video countdown show which launches on DStv’s pan-African music channel, Channel O (DStv Channel 320) on 24 May at 22:00. TV and radio personality, Mduduzi ‘Mdu tha Party’ Madzwamuse will host each episode and delight viewers with his charisma, wit and undeniable knowledge of Botswana’s music scene and culture. Airing every Wednesday for the…

COSAFA held a successful Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Johannesburg on Friday, where Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Dr Patrice Motsepe addressed delegates and shared his vision for the future. The AGM confirmed that COSAFA is in a strong financial position as they look forward to hosting seven tournaments in 2023, while also continuing with the numerous legacy programmes which leave behind expert knowledge and skills wherever these events are held. Dr Motsepe praised the work that is being done in the COSAFA region to improve the game but urged more partnership between governments and football associations in Southern…

Botswana Fibre Networks (BoFiNet) continues to play a pivotal role in grooming the girl child for future careers in ICT, as evidenced by the sponsorship of the just-ended Girls in ICT (GIICT)commemorations that were held under the theme, “Digital Skills for Life”. The commemorations were held in the South-East District, covering schools in the villages of Ramotswa, Otse, Taung and Mogobane. As the build-up to the GIICT commemorations, BoFiNet offered cybersecurity training to 50 girls aged between 14 and17 years from Kagiso Senior Secondary School, Kelemogile, Baitlotli and Ramotswa Junior Secondary Schools. The wholesale telecommunications service provider augmented its contribution…

On Saturday, 27 May SuperSport viewers can look forward to a soccer showdown. The Nedbank Cup has stirred up excitement among soccer fans, enthused by the might of Orlando Pirates risking their reputation against giant-killing Sekhukhune United. Cup competition invariably offers such thrills, which SuperSport will highlight during its sweeping match-day special, which begins at 17:00, ahead of the 18:00 kick-off (SuperSport PSL and SuperSport Variety 4). In-studio analysis will be driven by Thomas Mlambo, who will have former Pirates player Phumudzo Manenzhe and Bongani Khumalo, the former Wits and SuperSport United stalwart, gauging the form and prospects of both…

The Abilities Expo organizers has today on May 25, 2023 held a successful 2nd edition of their expo at Limkokwing University Hall of Fame in Gaborone under the theme “Adapt, Improvise and Overcome.” As a bid to support and give a platform to persons with disabilities, the expo also aims to create a platform that will engage young people with disabilities in dialogues and conversations addressing issues that affect them. Furthermore, the event aims to empower young people with disabilities to live beyond their disabilities through different networks that will be availed during the event, as well as to change…

Gaborone, Botswana – The University of Botswana has bestowed the UB Walk of Fame honour on His Excellency the President of the Republic of Botswana, Dr. Mokgweetsi E. K. Masisi, and His Honour the Vice President, Mr Slumber Tsogwane. They were bestowed at the University of Botswana on May 5, 2023. The honour is bestowed on distinguished and notable alumni who continue to make strides and impact in society. The President and the Vice President are the first recipients of this mark of recognition which the University looks to continue awarding to deserving alumni. For the University of Botswana to…