UGANDAAIG Uganda posts UGX5bn profit
[Walter Wafula] American International Group has announced a profit before tax of UGX5bn representing a 4.1% growth in the company's earnings in 2007. The profit growth is a result of swollen premiums, according to the company's 2007 financial reports released on July 2. 7 Jul 2008 10:15

KENYAKenya: New law could raise food prices further
Prices of food in Kenya, which have already risen by 50 percent since the start of 2008, could increase further following a new government regulation, a consumer watch group has warned. 7 Jul 2008 08:44

AFRICAIMF projects Kenya's growth will fall to 4%
[Walter Wafula] According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the post-election unrest that Kenya experienced from December 2007 to February this year is expected to contract the economy's growth rate from 7% last year to 4% in 2008. 7 Jul 2008 06:27

UGANDANew Vision seeks expansion capital from ordinary shareholders
New Vision, Uganda's latest multimedia player in the information sector, has embarked on a grand plan to amass UGX28bn, which it plans to invest in the expansion of its publishing, radio and television businesses. 3 Jul 2008 12:40

EAST AFRICA11^th Zanzibar International Film Festival at a 'cultural crossroads'
The Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF) presents the 11^th Festival of the Dhow Countries commencing next week from 11-20 July 2008. An open invitation is extended to the international community of filmmakers, media professionals, performers, artists and all visitors to the spice islands of Zanzibar, Tanzania. 3 Jul 2008 11:47

KENYAEast African Cables joins blue chip stocks club
[Carole Kimutai] Cables and conductors' manufacturer, East African Cables (EAC), is celebrating its recent inclusion in the blue chip stocks club - the Nairobi Stock Exchange (NSE) 20 Share index. 2 Jul 2008 11:50

SOUTH AFRICAUnleash your communication potential - Quo Vadis Communications
A specialist organisational communications course, to be held in KwaZulu-Natal next month, will equip participants in strategic and creative skills to ensure optimal ways in releasing the power of organisations. 3 Jul 2008 13:24

SOUTH AFRICAUSB-ED presents new managers' development programme in Windhoek - USB-ED
USB Executive Development Ltd (USB-ED), which has for a number of years presented management development programmes in Namibia, can equip those wishing to enter the ranks of management with the necessary knowledge and skills as they move into their new roles. 1 Jul 2008 11:01

SOUTH AFRICAQuo Vadis handles Constitution Hill Trust - Quo Vadis Communications
The Constitution Hill Trust has appointed Quo Vadis Communication to handle its media liaison and public relations with immediate effect, on a pro bono basis. 30 Jun 2008 15:41

SOUTH AFRICANovember 1 lands Mascom Wireless account and joins Africa's young emerging business leaders - November 1
November 1, the up and coming Johannesburg-based branding group, has landed the Mascom Wireless account. Mascom Wireless is the leading cellphone operator in Botswana, with its network coverage now spanning 80% of the population. 20 Jun 2008 15:11

SOUTH AFRICAMarkex Parasol special - Right Stuff
Right Stuff will be exhibiting at Markex and World of Events 2008, where we will have several of our portable advertising products on display. The show runs from 10 to 12 June 2008 at the Sandton Convention Centre. In conjunction, we will be running a special on the 1.9m Parasol for the month of June only. 10 Jun 2008 13:31

SOUTH AFRICAMobile Football Trivia game hits Nigerian market - Starfish Mobile
Starfish Mobile Nigeria has teamed up with Celtel Nigeria, an international mobile network operator to launch the second Mobile Football Trivia Game in Africa. 9 Jun 2008 16:24

SOUTH AFRICADart Ad June special - Right Stuff
The Dart Ad® has become immensely popular over the past couple of years, which we feel can be attributed to its unique appearance and functionality. Due to its patented design, which is a rotating pole system with three double-sided banner panels, the Dart Ad is like no other in the world of event advertising, making it extremely popular for companies looking for fresh ideas. 5 Jun 2008 15:36