Board Effect

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

We are so pleased to announce the Diligent Modern Governance 100 (MG100) Award winners for this year. The MG100 Awards, as they’re commonly known, celebrate the exceptional contributions of governance, risk, audit, compliance and ESG professionals around the world. Why do we give MG100 Awards?

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Technical Review Government South Africa LLC 52

Growthink Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

IPO by far this year will be the government ward General Motors. Since 2005, they have been the two leading investors in Africa, investing $31 billion and $16 billion on the continent, respectively. Well, McKinsey estimates that consumer spending in Africa will double, to $1.8 These are fantastic new markets for U.S.

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David Teten

JANUARY 9, 2013

The energy sector is of particular interest to the delegates for several reasons: Energy is becoming an increasingly important sector in North Africa but is a new sector in which few local investors have experience investing. What role can government agencies both in the U.S. Speaker: Justin DeAngelis, Director, Denham Capital.

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thebarefootvc

DECEMBER 16, 2011

2011 was finally the year when the media spotlight shone on how under-represented women are in almost all power structures in business, government, technology and media – and how crucial it is that we leverage the leadership skill set that they bring to the table to tackle the problems facing the world today. And Beyond….

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Technical Review India Mobile Hockey Stick 110

thebarefootvc

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

The world has watched government policies and infrastructure spur unprecedented economic growth – from 1978-2013, China’s economy grew at an average of 9.5% Due to its one child policy, China has an aging population whereas India, along with SE Asia and Africa, have significant populations below the age of 35. Enter Modi.

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India China Technical Review Africa 85

Transformify

APRIL 15, 2016

Despite Kenya has been named as the fasted growing payments market in Africa, there is still a lot to be done to develop the local business angel community. Johnni Kjelsgaard is one of the world’s most enthusiastic proponents of Africa’s entrepreneurial potential. Joseph Mucheru East Africa Lead at Google.

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 23, 2020

I am very passionate about Africa and her wildlife. Great entrepreneurs keep your eyes open for other businesses in a related space that can complement theirs which also motivates the business owners. Thanks to Shiv Gupta, Incrementors Web Solutions ! #9- 9- Inspire People To Help Conserve African Wildlife. Photo Credit: Shaun Taylor.

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Entrepreneur Technical Review Africa Revenue 152

mashable.com

MAY 5, 2011

The then Ahmadians (Non-Muslim) Government of Pakistan joined hands with USA just in revenge of their being declared as Non-Muslims by the late Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto. I do like Obama, being the seed of a Muslim (my native country-sake – Africa).

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Conservation programs have struggled to secure funding from governments and private donors. Bears in Yosemite, California and lions in Kruger, South Africa have all been roaming into the spaces usually reserved for human visitors. However, there have been numerous positives, too.

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Occam's Razor

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

This example is about the very sad reality of the Ebola epidemic and the sadder still inaction by governments (like ours). I'm sure that information like this played a key role in getting our government, and likely others, to jump and take action when they did. China, South Africa, Egypt. Let's look at some more.

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Analytics Sierra Leone Channel Conversion 145

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 2, 2013

A common complaint from many non-profits is that both government and private funders would rather spend their dollars on ‘sexy’ causes such as children’s charities, cancer, and heart disease, rather than long-term causes like global warming and erasing hunger in Africa. Some laudable non-profit missions are hard to sell to supporters.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 18, 2011

A common complaint from many non-profits is that both government and private funders would rather spend their dollars on ‘sexy’ causes such as children’s charities, cancer, and heart disease, rather than long-term causes like global warming and erasing hunger in Africa. Some laudable non-profit missions are hard to sell to supporters.

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Africa Travel was established over 25 years ago, so there was no such thing as search engine optimisation back then. Thanks to Chris Wain, Africa Travel ! #4- Photo Credit: Chris Wain. Our business specialises in luxury African tours, which can take travellers across the continent. 4- Considered a few things.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 28, 2022

A common complaint from many non-profits is that both government and private funders would rather spend their dollars on ‘sexy’ causes such as children’s charities, cancer, and heart disease, rather than long-term causes like global warming and erasing hunger in Africa. Some laudable non-profit missions are hard to sell to supporters.

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Distribution Africa United States Salary 250

Austin Startup

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Knowbella Tech is an open science collaboration company that uses blockchain to deliver free tools, services, grants, and intellectual properties (IP) to researchers, particularly the underserved in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Helix will have liquidity at 366 days on a tightly regulated security token exchange.

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Intellectual Property Technical Review Malta Startup 48

The Next Web

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

The Egyptian government has had a busy time of late, shutting down taxi app mergers, taxing e-commerce platforms, and enforcing digital media regulation laws. Rumors have been swirling that Uber and regional equivalent Careem might be set to merge in Egypt, but it’s not going to happen.

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Egypt Africa Merger Government 111

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 3, 2013

By region, Asia and the Pacific (+7-percent) was the best performer in 2012, while by sub-region South-East Asia, North Africa (both at +9-percent) and Central and Eastern Europe (+8-percent) topped the ranking. International tourists grew around 4-percent in 2012 to reach 1.035 billion, according the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 6, 2010

A common complaint from many non-profits is that both government and private funders would rather spend their dollars on ‘sexy’ causes such as children’s charities, cancer, and heart disease, rather than long-term causes like global warming and erasing hunger in Africa. Some laudable non-profit missions are hard to sell to supporters.

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Startup Africa United States Salary 215

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 3, 2012

When he hit on the idea of selling clean water, a scarce commodity in Africa, he could barely afford the fees to power his tank. In two years she has hired eight full-time employees, secured lucrative government contracts, and is able to support seven households besides her own in Amman. Reuben Mpunda, Tanzania. Lidia Calzado, U.S.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 5, 2014

A common complaint from many non-profits is that both government and private funders would rather spend their dollars on ‘sexy’ causes such as children’s charities, cancer, and heart disease, rather than long-term causes like global warming and erasing hunger in Africa. Some laudable non-profit missions are hard to sell to supporters.

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Africa United States Salary LLC 214

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 11, 2011

As Nigeria’s former finance minister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala understands how trade, aid, private investment and government support all impact an economy differently. Euvin Naidoo on investing in Africa. Try a few of these for starters! Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on aid versus trade.

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Lightspeed Venture Partners

MAY 6, 2013

So there is existence proof that high inflation can drive a whole country to adopt another currency, one that is completely disassociated from the central government. Africa presents another example of adoption of a digital currency, or at least a digital form of payments.

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thebarefootvc

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

The world has watched government policies and infrastructure spur unprecedented economic growth – from 1978-2013, China’s economy grew at an average of 9.5% Due to its one child policy, China has an aging population whereas India, along with SE Asia and Africa, have significant populations below the age of 35. Enter Modi.

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India China Africa Government 40

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

The UAE is also a gateway to the hundreds of millions of people making up the diverse populations of the Middle East and North Africa region. But add the entrepreneurial perks available in the many free zones dotted around the country, set up by the UAE government to entice foreign investment, and the reasons are further multiplied.

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United Arab Emirates UAE Startup Social Network 185

YoungUpstarts

MAY 12, 2017

She started Mama Hope, which has established health, education, and agriculture projects around Africa. She spent 20 years in government, including as an Federal Trade Commissioner and in the White House as staff director of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers. He cofounded Nantucket Nectars. He started Geek Squad.

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Entrepreneur Cofounder Non-Compete Spain 238

The Next Web

OCTOBER 15, 2012

Africa ahead in mobile. Governments supportive of technology. In Africa in particular governments are very involved in promoting technology and see it as a future industry that will kick start the economy. ’ And Startup Chile also brings hope to entrepreneurs who can’t get to Silicon Valley.

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 20, 2019

In South Africa especially, there is an underlying need to keep a business well financed and managed, in alignment with the economic development goals of the country. This helps to check out that all necessary expenses are met, including taxations to the government. Ideally, all companies need finances for daily operations.

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Finance South Africa Africa Operations 138

Steve Blank

AUGUST 4, 2016

Department of State manages America’s relationships with 180 foreign governments, international organizations, and the people of other countries with 270 embassies, consulates, and other posts. diplomats, government officials, and all other personnel at home and abroad. Department of State is working on all of them. Support U.S.

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Lean Government Agile Africa 168

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 26, 2019

A common complaint from many non-profits is that both government and private funders would rather spend their dollars on ‘sexy’ causes such as children’s charities, cancer, and heart disease, rather than long-term causes like global warming and erasing hunger in Africa. Some laudable non-profit missions are hard to sell to supporters.

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Distribution Africa United States Salary 187

Eric Friedman

AUGUST 18, 2021

He expressed to me the idea that investing in Africa was—he used the word “risky.” I don’t think investing in Africa is risky. Whereas investing in a payment processor in Africa is risky because all investing is risky. I think he meant the word “scary.” It scared him. There’s no derivatives that I can buy around it.

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Silicon Valley Venture Capital Cofounder Africa 88

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 28, 2018

It is not only of great importance to Morocco, but it is also one of the most important cities in Africa. As mentioned earlier Casablanca is of great importance to both Morocco and Africa. Importance of Casablanca. It goes without saying that the success of the city of Casablanca will be the success of Morocco itself. Victoria City.

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Morocco Africa Government Security 113

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

Casablanca is also one of the largest financial centres in North Africa, as Morocco is a key participant in the Maghreb agreement that facilitates trade with its neighbours: Algeria, Libya, Mauritania and Tunisia. In cooperation with the Moroccan government, a hands-on management team guides progress and oversees fruition of the project.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 25, 2017

A common complaint from many non-profits is that both government and private funders would rather spend their dollars on ‘sexy’ causes such as children’s charities, cancer, and heart disease, rather than long-term causes like global warming and erasing hunger in Africa. Some laudable non-profit missions are hard to sell to supporters.

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Distribution Africa United States Salary 140

Steve Blank

JULY 2, 2015

military and are now helping government agencies operate with the speed and urgency of Silicon Valley. During his military career he served in Bosnia, Afghanistan, Iraq, the Arabian peninsula, Egypt, and the Horn of Africa. The focus of our first segment is how Silicon Valley and the U.S. Listen to my entire chat with Matt.

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Steve Blank

AUGUST 4, 2016

Department of State manages America’s relationships with 180 foreign governments, international organizations, and the people of other countries with 270 embassies, consulates, and other posts. diplomats, government officials, and all other personnel at home and abroad. Department of State is working on all of them. Support U.S.

Lean 120

Lean Government Agile Africa 120

The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 8, 2020

This magnificent space is located off the coast of East Africa and in the warmth of the expanse of the Indian Ocean. With a population of just over 50 million, Tanzania’s government has made every effort to clamp down on corruption, while also helping to improve public services, and social aspects.

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Maldives Mauritius Thailand Philippines 107

ReadWriteStart

MAY 7, 2012

Q: What role can, or should, government play in helping create the next Silicon Valley? This is the next frontier for government to explore: how can leaders bridge the remaining interpersonal distances that separate people in social networks? Hwang: What we think of as free markets are actually not that free.

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