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Editorial - Connecting Africa’s Global Talent
In May 2006 we launched ReConnect Africa.com as the ‘go to’ place for professionals of African origin overseas. READ MORE
Where Are We Now? 20 Years of the Maputo Protocol
On July 11, 2003, African heads of state and government representatives gathered in Maputo, Mozambique, to adopt one of the most important, comprehensive, and progressive legal frameworks for women’s rights the world has ever seen.
5 Minute Interview – Leye Adenle – Writer & Actor
“The greatest influence on my life has been…
…the times I’ve failed. I have learnt more from failing than from succeeding. I’m failing less and succeeding more.
Career Advice & Coaching Services
ReConnect Africa offers career guidance and career coaching services to help you review your career and navigate your way to a successful professional future. Through individual sessions with an experienced career coach, we can help you to focus on your strengths, plan your future and market yourself effectively into the right job.
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Changing Gender Dynamics in the African Workplace
When it comes to women in leadership positions in Africa, the statistics are nowhere close to the overall worldwide figures, says communications leader Mimi Kalinda. READ MORE
A Message from Founder and Managing Editor, Frances Mensah Williams
On 28 December 2019, I received a letter congratulating me on being awarded a CBE in the New Year Honours list by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for my work supporting... READ MORE
Making Maritime History
Judge Thomas Mensah of Ghana is the first recipient from sub-Saharan Africa of the International Maritime Prize since it was established 33 years ago and adds to his list of achievements of firsts in his illustrious career READ MORE
Transforming the Digital Divide
Vera Ng'oma interviews Bunmi Banjo, the digital transformation expert helping organisations and job seekers with critical digital skills READ MORE
Africa Retail Rising?
A.T. Kearney’s Global Retail Development Index highlights the rise in African countries, with Ghana and Senegal making the top 10 on the index. READ MORE
Top Ten Tips for Entrepreneurs
Global communications expert Miti Ampoma shares her top tips for success as an entrepreneur READ MORE
Being Black in Corporate America
New research finds US black professionals face prejudice and a cycle of exclusion that keeps them from the C-suite READ MORE
Africa’s Potential Travel Boon
Traveller spend in Africa could increase by 27% if movement was free within the continent.. READ MORE
Africa’s Jobs Manifesto
Innovative thinking about employment is top of the agenda of every African leader says a report from the African Development Bank. READ MORE
Careers Articles
Trying to find a job? Looking to transition your career to Africa? Want to start your own business? Get answers to these and more in our range of career articles.. READ MORE
Ask the Career Coach
Need some careers advice? See the burning questions from our readers and the answers offered by our resident Career Coach.. READ MORE
Africa Business
Fed-up with the daily grind of the ‘9 to 5’? Running your own show can be a tempting proposition, but do you have what it takes to be your own boss? Find out in our articles and interviews with entrepreneurs.. READ MORE
African Diaspora
Seeking inspiration? Read about how people of African and Caribbean descent are making a difference all over the world.. READ MORE
Africa Reports
Want to know more about what’s happening in Africa? Access our articles covering new and ongoing research in Africa. READ MORE
5 Minute Interviews
From Artists, Entrepreneurs, Financiers and Publishers to Lawyers, Actors, Engineers, Philanthropists and Inventors.. Read our inspirational 5 Minute Interviews READ MORE

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