LOUKIL Bassem, Sfax-born Tunisian businessman, is CEO of UADH/LOUKIL Group (35 companies, 4,300 employees across automotive, tech, industry, services). Georgia State BBA & MBA holder, he presides over the Tunisian African Business Council.
By far, and undoubtedly, China has become the biggest trading partner with Africa. The presence of China on the continent is felt with a heavy presence, and the history that the country shares with the continent even dates back to the days of fighting white colonialism. China has done a
Politics in Kenya is a very confusing game indeed. Like a game of chess, the country has two kings both vying for control yet these kings sat through a meeting and a television address, calling each other "brother" for the world to see. It is very difficult to
The far-reaching consequences of modernity have inculcated a mentality in some Africans to view some indigenous cultural practices with a condescending attitude. However, this is not the case with the Surma people in Ethiopia. They have taken pride in their culture, and have not allowed the excesses of modern trends
The unique ecosystems along Africa's great rivers are home to a staggering array of wildlife, impressive ancient cities, and temples, as well as fascinating tribes and cultures that flourished on their banks. A great alternative to a traditional safari is a safari cruise. And by that, I mean
When crisis and conflict afflicts a nation and threatens to tear it into smithereens, there are always those who undertake symbolic acts to heal the wounds. This is the story seen with the missing Nigerian painting that has been found in a North London flat. The Nigerian-Biafran war left permanent
After the World Health Organisation (WHO) had issued a report detailing how harmful the smoking of the water pipe popularly known as Shisha pipe, Kenya’s government did not waste time in moving to ban the smoking and sale of Shisha. But according to a Kenyan minister, the move was
Actually, many of us are all mad at him for having –or not- made some comments about developing countries. As an African woman, Made in Gabon, I got mad too. Then instead of jumping into the divided wagon of those who confirm his opinions and those who contest it, I
When talking of the names of South African artistes who mounted spirited resistance to the evil called Apartheid through their music, the late Hugh Masekela’s name comes to mind easily. As the world learnt sadly of his death after a protracted battle with prostate cancer, his name will obviously
By Alfred P.B. Kiadii Since the end of World War II, the world is experiencing the resurgence of neo-fascist proclivities. The flourishing seed of such extreme right wing ideology has emerged in Western Europe and the United States of America. Nowadays, elements leading those countries are advocating extreme nationalism,
Africa has diverse cultures and social systems thanks to its 54 countries each with different ethnic beliefs and practices. Additionally, African nations are known for a number of things across the globe. From Nigeria to Kenya, South Africa, Egypt, Seychelles, these countries have created a good name for themselves and
One thing that the world would agree on is that racism in South Africa remains prevalent and rampant. Although it is not much like the Apartheid racism where it was sanctioned by legislation, it still remains intact in post-Apartheid South Africa. Race relations in South Africa are very delicate, fragile
By Alfred P.B. Kiadii Paranoia is the epithet that best describes the disturbing blend of cacophony and anthology of gibberish disgorged by an undesirable element in James F. Kollie, who camouflaged himself under the nom de plume “Book Enthusiast.” He uses emotions rather than mental acumen to understand the
Africa continues to show how it is abundantly endowed with some of the finest natural resources on planet Earth. The resplendence of the continent's natural resources also shows the vast potential it has in terms of development. In Lesotho, a diamond thought to the the fifth largest in
Are you the kind of person that changes queues after noticing you are the last in line? You are not alone! A new report shows when people are at the end of the queue, they are more than twice as likely to abandon the queue to join another, even though
It is that time of the year when people gather to make merry and feast. As is tradition among many people across the globe, a variety of meats such as chicken, turkey, fish, and beef will be served. Scientists are worried about the increasing demand for meat in the world
The stifling of the media in Africa continues unabated, and press freedoms continually remain undermined. A media watchdog reported that worldwide there have been 262 journalists jailed for doing their work and 66 of these come from Africa. The media for centuries has been one of the main pillars of
