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In May 2006 we launched ReConnect Africa.com as the ‘go to’ place for professionals of African origin overseas. READ MORE
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.
“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.
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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
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
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
Vera Ng'oma interviews Bunmi Banjo, the digital transformation expert helping organisations and job seekers with critical digital skills READ MORE
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
Global communications expert Miti Ampoma shares her top tips for success as an entrepreneur READ MORE
New research finds US black professionals face prejudice and a cycle of exclusion that keeps them from the C-suite READ MORE
Traveller spend in Africa could increase by 27% if movement was free within the continent.. READ MORE
Innovative thinking about employment is top of the agenda of every African leader says a report from the African Development Bank. READ MORE
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
Need some careers advice? See the burning questions from our readers and the answers offered by our resident Career Coach.. READ MORE
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
Seeking inspiration? Read about how people of African and Caribbean descent are making a difference all over the world.. READ MORE
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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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‘I Want to Work In… Africa’
Moving Your Career to the World’s Most
Exciting Continent!
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Are you planning to work in Africa? Whether you want to accelerate your career, return home or experience working in a different continent, you need to get it right.
A unique, step-by-step guide to working in the fastest growing continent in the world that offers invaluable advice on the African job market, the industries and professions in demand, how to put in place a winning strategy, write a compelling CV, make the right connections, and find a job in Africa that builds on your career and talents in today's competitive job market.
This highly readable book will help you draw up your personal road map for this exciting step in your career journey; clarify your motivation, assess your skills and develop a compelling case for recruiters and corporations to hire you.
Illustrated with personal stories and full of practical advice from recruiters and from professionals who have successfully made the transition to work in Africa, you will gain the information, insights and inspiration to make the right career move to the most exciting continent today.
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ISBN: 978-0-9569175-1-5
EVERYDAY PEOPLE, EXTRAORDINARY
INSPIRATION!
Everyday people, inspirational lessons!
In this inspiring book of interviews, 16 Black achievers share lessons that will motivate anyone to take action to improve their career and their life!
Everyday heroes are people from our communities who have achieved success in their own areas of activity and who inspire us to do better.
The stories of these sixteen achievers will provide education, offer inspiration and promote aspiration in an
easy to read format for young readers everywhere.
What does it take to be a successful architect, lawyer, actuary, composer or inventor? What was the best advice ever given to one of the UK’s leading black medical consultants? These role models offer invaluable learning, not only about what it takes to succeed in their chosen careers, but also about their own journeys, their influences, and the life lessons they have learned along the way.
Complete with projects and exercises to help young people think about their own career aspirations, Everyday Heroes is an invaluable tool for schools, parents, youth groups and anyone involved in the career development of young people from ethnic minorities.
Contains a bonus section with useful projects and exercises for use by teachers, parents and mentors!
“A fascinating and informative collection of interviews which will inspire younger and older readers alike.” Elsie Owusu OBE
Buy YOUR copy now!
ISBN: 978-0-9569175-0-8
PRICE: £12.99 plus P&P
Useful Reports
With more tourists visiting Africa each year, countries can plan and integrate tourism into their economies and compete with other tourist-rich regions of the world. Read More »
Africa’s Pulse shows that poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa has also declined. An estimated 58 percent of people in the region were living on less than US$1.25-day around the turn of the millennium. By 2010, the poverty headcount ratio declined by almost 10 percentage points to an estimated 48.5 percent. Read More
Africa Competitiveness Report 2013
Africa’s decade of economic growth has energized the continent with a sense of optimism about its future. But as the Africa Competitiveness Report 2013 shows, if the region is to live up to its promise, the public and private sector must work together on reforms that will allow Africa to compete with the rest of the world and create prosperity for its citizens. Read more



