Success and Leadership

What is leadership? We all know by now it is not to command and control. It is not a top-down approach to getting things done. Ultimately, leadership is about raising people to their highest level of performance. It is about providing them with the confidence, tools, and support to deliver...

If you want to make it to the top of the business world, there are essential skills that you need to have. Some people are extremely driven to make it to the top, and this gets them to a certain point. But without razor-sharp cognitive abilities, you will likely be...

Letsile Tebogo’s meteoric rise in the world of athletics has not only earned him a place in the history books but also an impressive array of rewards that now make him arguably the youngest and richest person in Botswana. The 21-year-old sprinter made history at the Paris Olympics by becoming...

Ghana, once hailed as one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies, has recently faced economic challenges. However, the country remains a favorable environment for business and investment. It’s home to over 100 multimillionaires, many of whom keep a low profile. Among the publicly recognized wealthy, the number of men significantly exceeds that...

Once again, Johann Rupert of South Africa has claimed the title of Africa’s wealthiest individual. This is not an unfamiliar achievement for the billionaire, who has frequently topped the continent’s rich list. For over a year, Rupert and Nigeria’s Aliko Dangote have been engaged in a close competition, with each...

Bernard Arnault, the billionaire chairman and CEO of LVMH, has reclaimed his position as the third-richest person in the world, overtaking Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg. This shift in rankings comes as LVMH’s shares experience a multi-day surge, significantly boosting Arnault’s net worth. As of 11:20 a.m. EDT, Arnault's net worth...

Investing in the care economy offers Southeast Asian nations an opportunity to enhance women’s economic participation, thereby fostering more equitable growth and development. A recent data snapshot from UN Women, titled Women’s Economic Empowerment and the Care Economy in ASEAN, was released ahead of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations...

As inflation eases and consumers remain focused on finding bargains, Walmart is reaping the rewards. Walmart’s shares jumped 7% on Thursday following the release of strong second-quarter earnings. The company’s performance was bolstered by an influx of higher-income shoppers, as well as growth in its advertising and e-commerce divisions. In...

Colin Huang, the man behind the Temu shopping platform, is currently the wealthiest individual in China. Temu, which allows Western consumers to purchase inexpensive goods directly from Chinese sellers, has skyrocketed Huang’s personal fortune to around $50 billion, earning him the title of the richest person in China. While Huang...

Central banks set interest rates, manage reserves, and act as lenders of last resort to commercial banks and financial institutions during economic crises. Through these functions, central banks influence economic activity and maintain the smooth operation of financial markets. According to the SWFI, the Federal Reserve System of the United...