Spiro, Africa’s leading electric mobility company, headquartered in Dubai, today announced the appointment of Anant Badjatya as Group Chief Executive Officer. Anant joins Spiro with more than two decades of leadership experience across India, the Middle East and Africa, building and
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As football fever sweeps across the Middle East and Africa, LG Electronics has officially launched a dynamic, 3-month campaign designed to transform living rooms into thrilling, stadium-like environments. Running until the end of July, the initiative brings fans closer to the action than ever before, combining the smart, seamless streaming capabilities of LG webOS with
MoneyHash, the payment orchestration platform for emerging and global markets, has appointed Hwan Lee as its new Regional Director for Africa. The strategic hire reflects MoneyHash’s continued expansion across high-growth African markets and its broader vision of helping businesses scale and manage complex payment operations across providers, methods, and markets in
Standard Chartered today announced the appointment of Michelle Swanepoel as Head of Financing and Securities Services (FSS), Middle East and Africa. Based in Dubai, she will lead the business across the region  effective 1 July 2026. Michelle succeeds Scott Dickinson, who will be retiring from the bank on 30 June after more than 40 years […]
Shure has appointed Hub Media as its authorized distributor for African markets, in a move aimed at strengthening access to professional audio solutions across the continent. The appointment comes at a time when African markets are continuing to invest in stronger learning and communication environments. [1] UNESCO projects that the number of young Africans completing […]
Mozambique is an emerging travel destination along Africa’s south-eastern coastline, offering breathtaking Indian Ocean vistas, a rich cultural heritage, and distinctive wildlife encounters. From the cosmopolitan energy of Maputo, with its vibrant arts, music, and culinary scene, to the pristine beaches of Ponta do Ouro and Inhambane, the country presents a wide spectrum
As digital insurance gains meaningful traction across Africa and the Middle East, a critical structural gap is emerging, masking a deeper structural risk and one that could potentially slow the sector’s momentum if left unaddressed. This, analysts say, further highlights the growing need for robust, well-aligned reinsurance support to sustain growth. According to EIRS, the
Grundfos, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technologies, today announced the launch of GENIECON, an intelligent system controller designed to enhance monitoring, control and efficiency across modern water infrastructure systems in the Middle East. As infrastructure networks across the region continue to expand, operators are managing increasingly
At the forefront of deployable healthcare, Aspen Medical is redefining how care is delivered in crisis environments integrating advanced technology, innovation, and frontline expertise to strengthen healthcare systems under pressure. Healthcare systems across the Middle East, Africa, and global hotspots are facing unprecedented pressure from conflict, displacement, and
Motorsport leaders from across Middle East will join counterparts from Europe and Africa for three days of collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing at the FIA Region I Spring Meeting getting under way in Budva, Montenegro tomorrow. With FIA President, H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem in attendance, representatives from 102 Member Clubs will discuss priorities to
Lenovo today announced the official opening of its Middle East, Türkiye and Africa (META) Regional Headquarters in Riyadh (RHQ), marking a strategic milestone in the company’s long-term investment in the Kingdom and its commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives. The official opening was marked by a formal ceremony attended by the Minister of […]
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) are steadily gaining traction in digital finance, rapidly claiming their position as the backbone of economic growth. However, industry analysts indicate that despite the positive outlook, risk literacy remains a persistent challenge. According to risk management experts, EIRS, this represents a gap that may be holding back the very
Hashgraph Ventures Manager Ltd, a licensed and regulated venture capital fund under the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), has announced a pledge of US$1 million to the Hedera Africa Hackathon, the continent’s largest Web3 innovation event aimed at accelerating digital transformation and economic inclusion across
KIDZONET partners with Africell to launch first-of-its-kind SIM-based child safety service in Africa
KIDZONET, the UAE-based pioneer delivering Child Online Protection as a zero-touch telecom service, has entered into a landmark partnership with Africell, one of Africa’s fastest-growing mobile network operators, to launch the continent’s first SIM-based child online protection service. The collaboration is designed to protect millions of African families and redefine how
In an era where uncertainty has become a defining feature of global commerce, EIRS is redefining how businesses across Africa and the Middle East navigate risk by combining data-led intelligence, strong alliances, and deep regional expertise, enabling companies to trade with greater confidence and resilience across emerging markets. With heightened cross-border trade
Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), the global security tech company headquartered in Munich, is celebrating 25 years of operations in the United Arab Emirates, marking a major milestone in its partnership with the region’s governments, central banks, and enterprises. Since opening its Dubai office in 1999, G+D has grown from a specialized security-technology supplier into a
Submer, a global leader in sustainable datacenter infrastructure, today announced the strengthening of its operations in the region with the presence of its subsidiary in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This regional expansion will be led by Khalid Aljamed with a focus on positioning Submer MEA as a design-build and sustainability partner for AI-ready datacenters, […]
DIP Angola’s participation in the recent Angola–Saudi Arabia Business Mission in Riyadh, coordinated by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Angola–Saudi Arabia (CCIAAS), reinforced its strategic presence in the region. The mission brought together a high-level delegation of Angolan public and private sector entities, providing DIP Angola with a platform to engage with
Kaspersky reveals that the Middle East, Turkiye, and Africa are a focus for 25 Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups tracked since early 2024. The findings show that these groups target financial services, critical infrastructure, defense, and government entities, while also extending their reach into commercial and emerging industries. The research shows a diverse
H.E. Raja Al Mazrouei, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), underscored the rising momentum of Emirati investors seeking opportunities across African markets, highlighting how ECI is actively enabling this growth through export credit insurance, investment guarantees, and project finance support. H.E. Raja spoke during a panel session titled “Capital





























