CEO Agenda

"We can at least try to understand our own motives, passions, and prejudices, so as to be conscious of what we are doing when we appeal to those of others. This is very difficult, because our own prejudice and emotional bias always seems to us so rational." — T. S....

Mozambique's President, Daniel Chapo, recently met with Patrick Pouyanne, CEO of TotalEnergies, to deliberate on key energy initiatives in the country. Among the topics discussed was the long-delayed $20 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) project, which has been stalled since 2021 due to security concerns. The project, initially planned to...

Industries across the board are evolving rapidly. From the rise of artificial intelligence to advancements in digital transformation and sustainability initiatives, companies face both immense opportunities and significant challenges. For many businesses, seizing these opportunities requires substantial capital investments, but accessing liquidity can be a hurdle, especially in a cautious...

Whether you are a political leader, business leader or a Pan-African organisational leader, there are five key recommendations on the basis of which opportunities can be maximised and threats minimised. Whether you are presidents facing elections such as Samia Suluhu Hassan in Tanzania or the next president of the African...

The workplace of the future is evolving rapidly, and Social Factor is at the forefront of this transformation. Marie Carroll, Vice President of People, Culture & Operations at Social Factor, shared key insights on fostering belonging and collaboration in a fully distributed workforce during our recent interview. Her reflections highlight...

What do Netflix, Apple, and Coca-Cola all have in common?  Their success around the globe isn’t just about their products. It’s about how they connect with people, no matter where they are. These companies have mastered the ability to communicate across languages and cultures. The secret behind this? Language consultancy. Language...

Rodrigo Liang, CEO and co-founder of U.S.-based AI chip startup SambaNova, has indicated that the company is preparing to unveil an upcoming collaboration in Turkey. During his appearance at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Liang shared insights with business news outlet Bloomberg HT, highlighting SambaNova’s commitment to enhancing...

China's recent push to bolster foreign trade through new policies has created fresh growth opportunities for logistics companies like DHL, which remains steadfast in its commitment to the Chinese market, according to Tobias Meyer, CEO of DHL Group. Despite global economic challenges, Meyer highlighted China's pivotal role in DHL's global...

LG Display CEO Jeong Cheol-dong announced plans to achieve a turnaround in 2025 by unveiling the company’s new business strategy, referred to as "JUMP," during an event on Thursday. The flatscreen manufacturer also introduced a groundbreaking 4th-generation OLED panel, the first in the industry to achieve a maximum brightness of...

Why Data Optimization Is Essential for Today’s Artificial Intelligence  Imagine you’re standing at the beginning of a foot race alongside several others. Which of you will get the best start? What exactly makes the difference? If you plan to compete in the race, you need clear-cut answers to both of...