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Adrian Blomfield
Adrian Blomfield is available for comment and analysis on developments in eastern, central and the horn of Africa, the Middle East and the former Soviet Union. Over the past 16 years he has been based in Nairobi, Baghdad, Moscow and Jerusalem. Adrian held the following positions over that time: ...
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South African businesses in Nigeria attacked as diplomatic rift grows over xenophobic riots
South Africa's largest retail chains had to shut down their stores in Nigeria and Zambia due to retaliatory violence against foreign-owned businesses. This comes after a series of attacks on immigrant-owned shops in Johannesburg and Pretoria, which resulted in at least five deaths. The violence has been perceived as targeting Nigerians, leading to a diplomatic rift between South Africa and Nigeria, the continent's leading economies. Nigeria has responded by boycotting the World Economic Forum event in Cape Town and is considering recalling its high commissioner from Pretoria.
Kuda Chideme
Kuda Chideme is a journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe. General news and business with particular specialty in Trade, Commodities, Agriculture and Investment.
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Mnangagwa cancels Davos trip amid crackdown
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has cancelled his trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, after being advised that foreign media might confront him about his government's violent suppression of protests in Zimbabwe. Mnangagwa had been on a tour of Eastern Europe and announced his return to Zimbabwe on Twitter, stating his priority was to stabilize the country. His finance minister, Mthuli Ncube, will represent Zimbabwe at Davos instead. This decision comes amid reports of at least 12 civilians killed by state security in response to protests against a significant fuel price hike. The government has also blocked social media platforms used to organize the protests.
Paula Dupraz-Dobias
Paula Dupraz-Dobias is a journalist based in Geneva, Switzerland, also working regularly in Peru.
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Amid Davos business talk, international community struggles to find a voice
The World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, with its business-centric approach, has drawn criticism for not being inclusive enough towards multilateral organizations and the wider international community. Despite WEF's theme of 'Cooperation in a Fragmented World' and intentions to address global crises, the focus has largely remained on business interests. International Geneva, represented by figures like Nathalie Fontanet and organizations such as the WHO, emphasized their year-round efforts to tackle global issues, including a treaty to combat plastic pollution. UN Secretary-General António Guterres criticized the energy industry for its role in climate change, while climate activists like Vanessa Nakate condemned the enabling of the climate crisis by some Davos participants. Despite these criticisms, some, like Peter Brabeck-Letmathe of GESDA, see the WEF as a platform for impactful discussions and initiatives. The article highlights the tension between the need for substantive discussions on global crises and the business models that dominate the WEF agenda.
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Damian Gowela
Damian Gowela is a Tanzanian journalist based in Dar es Salaam. Working as a bilingual journalist for Tanzania Standard Newspapers [TSN] in English at Dailynews and Sundaynews and Kiswahili at HabariLeo.
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Mpango jets in Davos for WEF
Tanzanian Vice-President Dr Philip Mpango is attending the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, representing President Samia Suluhu Hassan. The meeting, which runs from today until January 19, will cover topics such as agriculture, governance, economics, food security, and climate change. The theme of the meeting is 'Rebuilding Trust, Accessible to the Wider Public', and it will feature over 200 sessions. WEF President Brørge Brende emphasized the need for public-private collaboration to address global challenges. The forum will focus on security, cooperation, economic growth, jobs, artificial intelligence, and strategies for climate, nature, and energy. Over 2,800 leaders and 500 journalists are expected to attend, with heightened security provided by Swiss and neighboring country forces.
Fayaz Hussain
London based journalist reporting on sustainability in aviation and key financial developments in business aviation, helicopters, superyachts and future of flight including drones and other technologies.
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Environment, climate risks top global economy concerns: WEF survey
The World Economic Forum's Global Risks Perception Survey 2019-20, as reported by Dawn, indicates that the top five long-term risks to the global economy are all related to the environment and climate. These include extreme heat waves, ecosystem destruction, pollution's health impacts, water crises, and uncontrollable fires. The upcoming decade is being termed as 'the decade of sustainability,' with a focus on the urgent need for environmental, social, and corporate governance integration. The International Institute of Finance emphasizes the necessity of collaboration and better ESG data to address these issues. The article also discusses the challenges and slow progress in transitioning to renewable energy, the debate over nuclear power's role in the EU's Green Deal, and the need for coordinated action to mitigate risks and build resilience.
Isabelle Kumar
I am an experienced international journalist and moderator currently living in New Zealand. I am bilingual in English and French. I am currently anchoring Euronews flagship Euronews Tonight evening news programme. I am the presenter and main researcher of Euronews' flagship programme The Global ...
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World Economic Forum founder says Joe Biden 'will boost multilateralism' - on this edition of Global Conversation
In an interview with Professor Klaus Schwab, founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum, the concept of a 'global reset' post-COVID-19 is discussed. Schwab emphasizes the need for resilience, inclusivity, and sustainability in the wake of the pandemic. He highlights the COVAX initiative as a positive step towards equitable vaccine distribution and expresses optimism for a more inclusive society. Additionally, Schwab comments on the potential for the United States to re-engage with multilateralism under President Joe Biden, suggesting that the international system requires reform to meet the challenges of the 21st century. The conversation covers the impact of the pandemic on global inequality and the urgency of addressing climate change through decarbonization.
Vukosi Maluleke
I'm a passionate journalist with a multimedia approach to news reporting and storytelling. I believe that news content must be direct, accurate, and informative. With experience across digital, print, and broadcast media, I strive to engage and inform diverse audiences through compelling ...
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‘You don’t come with a bag full of money’: Godongwana gears up to take on Davos
South Africa's Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is preparing to lead the country's delegation at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. In a media briefing and speaking to The Citizen, Godongwana emphasized the importance of presenting a positive image of South Africa to attract investors. He mentioned that the WEF is a crucial platform for dialogue on various global issues and for leaders to attract investment to their countries. The upcoming WEF theme is 'Rebuilding Trust', focusing on four interconnected priorities. Despite economic challenges faced by South Africans, Godongwana believes participation in Davos is essential for any country seeking to make its case on the global stage.
Latashia Naidoo
Latashia Naidoo is an award-winning investigative journalist, foreign correspondent, and broadcaster based in South Africa, with expertise in regional politics in Africa.
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Action and Optimism at the World Economic Forum on Africa Amidst Protests
The World Economic Forum on Africa in Cape Town focused on inclusive growth and shared futures in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Despite protests outside, discussions inside were productive, with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa promoting the country as an investment destination and addressing new laws for oil and gas industry development. Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa highlighted his country's unique economic challenges. The World Bank's Albert Zeufack warned of a fragile recovery and macro-economic threats. Johnson & Johnson's Seema Kumar emphasized the importance of investing in African innovation. Namhla Mniki-Mangaliso of African Monitor discussed the social and economic impacts of gender-based violence. The African Continental Free Trade Area was also a topic, with Botswana President Mokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe Masisi discussing the need to ease cross-border trade and Ramaphosa highlighting its potential for growth.
David Strom
David Strom is one of the leading experts on network and Internet technologies and has written and spoken extensively on topics such as VOIP, convergence, email, cloud computing, network management, Internet applications, wireless and Web services for more than 25 years.
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Reuters: The 'Spectre of Donald Trump Hangs Over Davos'
The article discusses the apprehension among attendees of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos regarding the potential return of Donald Trump to the presidency. It highlights the contrast between Trump's 'America First' stance and the transnational elite's agenda. The author suggests that the WEF's disapproval of Trump could inadvertently advertise his appeal to American voters who are skeptical of the elite and their policies, such as the promotion of alternative diets like eating insects. The piece also critiques the mainstream media (MSM) and suggests that the WEF's intentions and influence are transparent, as evidenced by their own publications and the high-profile attendees of their events.
Bruno Waterfield
Bruno Waterfield is Brussels correspondent for The Times. He has been reporting on European affairs for almost 20 years, first from Westminster and then from the capital of the EU. He reported for the Daily Telegraph from Brussels from 2007 to 2015.
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Lord Kinnock son accused of tax evasion in Denmark
Helle Thorning-Schmidt, leader of Denmark's opposition Social Democrats, faces scrutiny over her husband Stephen Kinnock's tax payments in Switzerland, potentially jeopardizing her political future. Kinnock, working for the World Economic Forum, is accused of evading higher Danish taxes. The controversy has led to a full audit of the couple's finances, with implications for Thorning-Schmidt's standing in upcoming elections. The Danish People's Party criticizes the preferential tax treatment, while the Social Democrats await the tax authorities' findings.
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