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EQS-News: African Energy Chamber: Frankfurter Botschaft to host African and German Stakeholders at Invest in African Energy Frankfurt Reception

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Monday, February 13, 2023
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The African Energy Chamber is proud to announce that it will be hosting the German leg of the AEC’s European investment roadshow, the Invest in African Energy Frankfurt Reception on February 23.

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  • The African Energy Chamber is proud to announce that it will be hosting the German leg of the AEC’s European investment roadshow, the Invest in African Energy Frankfurt Reception on February 23.
  • The African Energy Chamber (AEC) ( http://www.EnergyChamber.org ) – the voice of the African energy sector – is proud to announce that it will host the Invest in African Energy Reception at Frankfurter Botschaft in Germany on February 23, showcasing investment opportunities across Africa’s burgeoning energy sector at the next leg on the organization’s European investment tour.
  • “The Chamber is honored to expand its Invest in African Energy European Roadshow to Germany where we seek to unite African and German energy stakeholders.
  • Taking place on 23 February 2023, the Invest in African Energy Frankfurt Event will be held at the Frankfurter Botschaft, Germany.

EQS-News: Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) to facilitate business flows into Africa through establishment of United States (US) presence

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Monday, February 13, 2023
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Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) ( www.RMB.co.za ) is now operating from a New York based representative office, to facilitate greater US business flows into the African continent.

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  • Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) ( www.RMB.co.za ) is now operating from a New York based representative office, to facilitate greater US business flows into the African continent.
  • RMB’s parent, FirstRand Bank, has received all necessary approvals from the United States Federal Reserve Board and New York State Department of Financial Services.
  • Said Brown: “The new office will link investors in the United States with Africa’s extensive business opportunities.
  • As an established, on-the-ground corporate and investment bank with offices across the African continent, we understand the challenges and regulatory environments for business success in Africa.

The Winners of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon Get $370,000 and Qualify for the 2024 Olympic Marathon

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Monday, February 13, 2023
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Our efforts to promote sports development in Nigeria will continue to gain pace with the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon in 2023.

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  • Our efforts to promote sports development in Nigeria will continue to gain pace with the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon in 2023.
  • “We have developed the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon to a gold label, making it the fastest-growing race in the world.
  • It should be noted that winners of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon winners this year have qualified for the marathon competition in the Paris Olympics 2024.
  • The Access Bank Lagos City Marathon is an initiative of Access Bank Plc.

EQS-News: European Union (EU) Ambassador pledges support to drive Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to Lagos Free Zone

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Sunday, February 12, 2023
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LAGOS, Nigeria, February 3, 2023/ -- The European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms. Samuela Isopi, has pledged her support to drive Foreign Direct Investment to the Lagos Free Zone (LFZ) (www.LagosFreeZone.com). She made this known during an official visit to Lagos Free Zone in Lagos on Friday, January 20, 2023.

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  • LAGOS, Nigeria, February 3, 2023/ -- The European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ms. Samuela Isopi, has pledged her support to drive Foreign Direct Investment to the Lagos Free Zone (LFZ) (www.LagosFreeZone.com).
  • She made this known during an official visit to Lagos Free Zone in Lagos on Friday, January 20, 2023.
  • During the visit, Ambassador Isopi, commended Tolaram - the promoters of Lagos Free Zone, for the incredible achievements recorded so far.
  • In his welcome remarks during the visit, the Chief Executive Officer of Lagos Free Zone, Dinesh Rathi, described the Zone as the best investment destination in Nigeria for foreign direct investment.

EQS-News: Club Deportivo Leganés and Africa Partner Rainbow Sports Global Unveil Partnership with Malawi Government

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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Charlotte, USA - Club Deportivo Leganés, a professional Spanish football club, and its Africa partner Rainbow Sports Global, are excited to announce a new partnership with the Malawi Government.

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  • Charlotte, USA - Club Deportivo Leganés, a professional Spanish football club, and its Africa partner Rainbow Sports Global, are excited to announce a new partnership with the Malawi Government.
  • Leganés and Rainbow Sports Global to invest in and develop the sports ecosystem in Malawi.
  • "We are thrilled to announce this partnership with the Malawi Government," said Jeff Luhnow, President of C.D.
  • Kingsley Pungong, Founder and CEO of Rainbow Sports Global, said "This partnership between Club Deportivo Leganés, Rainbow Sports Global, and the Malawi Government is a prime example of the transformative power of sport and investment.

EQS-News: Robust and Technical Dealmaking On The Horizon For African Energy Week (AEW) 2023 – Africa Energy Chamber’s (AEC) NJ Ayuk

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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CAPE TOWN, South Africa, February 2, 2023/ -- In a vote of thanks following the successful organization of the Invest in African Energy event on 26 January 2023 at the Waldorf Hotel in London, NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the Africa Energy Chamber, AEC, says more robust and technical dealmaking is expected at the 2023 edition of the African Energy Week, AEW.

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  • CAPE TOWN, South Africa, February 2, 2023/ -- In a vote of thanks following the successful organization of the Invest in African Energy event on 26 January 2023 at the Waldorf Hotel in London, NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the Africa Energy Chamber, AEC, says more robust and technical dealmaking is expected at the 2023 edition of the African Energy Week, AEW.
  • “British hospitality was evident throughout the event, with unprecedented commitments to invest in Africa’s burgeoning energy sector.
  • We thank you for the advice and insights you have shared with us on how to accelerate Africa’s transformational energy developments,” said NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the Africa Energy Chamber, AEC.
  • “We would like you to continue to engage with our team throughout this year, as we promise more robust and technical dealmaking at AEW 2023.

EQS-News: Pan African Visions: NJ Ayuk Listed among 100 Most Reputable Africans in 2023 (By Boris Esono Nwenfor & Sonita Ngunyi Nwohtazie)

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Sunday, January 22, 2023
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By Boris Esono Nwenfor & Sonita Ngunyi Nwohtazie.

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  • By Boris Esono Nwenfor & Sonita Ngunyi Nwohtazie.
  • A leading authority in the African energy sector and a strong advocate for African entrepreneurship and the indigenous energy sector, NJ Ayuk is recognized as one of the foremost figures in African business today.
  • NJ Ayuk moved on to a multi-national energy corporation before deciding to start his law firm.
  • He is also the Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, AEC, the organization responsible for organizing African Energy Week, AEW.

EQS-News: Step Conference Dubai: Step 2023 launches 11th Edition in partnership with Dubai Internet City

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Sunday, January 22, 2023
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Step Conference, the leading technology festival for emerging markets, launches its 11th Edition to be held on 22-23 February 2023 in partnership with Dubai Internet City, the Middle East’s largest technology hub and a member of TECOM Group PJSC.

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  • Step Conference, the leading technology festival for emerging markets, launches its 11th Edition to be held on 22-23 February 2023 in partnership with Dubai Internet City, the Middle East’s largest technology hub and a member of TECOM Group PJSC.
  • This year the conference gears up by exploring the retro future, mixing 'retro' styles with futuristic technology.
  • Step Conference will take place at Dubai Internet City, which has been fostering a tech community of global, regional, and local businesses and entrepreneurs for more than 20 years.
  • Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Step Conference Dubai.

EQS-News: African Energy Chamber: : OPINION: Macky Sall Has Excelled as an African Voice Speaking up for African Priorities (By NJ Ayuk)

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Sunday, December 18, 2022
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When African Union Chairman Macky Sall addressed the United Nations General Assembly last September, he wasn’t shy about speaking up for his continent.

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  • When African Union Chairman Macky Sall addressed the United Nations General Assembly last September, he wasn’t shy about speaking up for his continent.
  • From the beginning of his one-year term as the African Union’s chairman last February, Sall said he wanted to see fair, equitable international partnerships that welcomed African contributions instead of dismissing African priorities.
  • He also has spoken up for greater African representation in the G20, which as of yet only has one African member (South Africa).
  • Multilateralism must "serve the interests of all,” Sall argued in October, or it will suffer "loss of legitimacy and authority."

EQS-News: Centurion Law Group: Court Orders NO Apologies for Aggressive Lawyering: Centurion Law Group and NJ Ayuk prevail in the case of Son of powerful Equatorial Guinea Minister’s Son Delphin Mocache Massoko

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Sunday, December 18, 2022
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Centurion Law Group: Court Orders NO Apologies for Aggressive Lawyering: Centurion Law Group and NJ Ayuk prevail in the case of Son of powerful Equatorial Guinea Minister’s Son Delphin Mocache Massoko

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  • Centurion Law Group: Court Orders NO Apologies for Aggressive Lawyering: Centurion Law Group and NJ Ayuk prevail in the case of Son of powerful Equatorial Guinea Minister’s Son Delphin Mocache Massoko
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  • Court Orders NO Apologies for Aggressive Lawyering: Centurion Law Group and NJ Ayuk prevail in the case of Son of powerful Equatorial Guinea Minister’s Son Delphin Mocache Massoko
    On the 13th of December 2022 the appeal court in South Africa ruled that neither Mr NJ Ayuk nor Centurion Law Group (https://CenturionLG.com)must issue a formal apology on aggressive lawyering statements made against Delphin Mocache Massoko and OCCRP in defense of a client wrongfully accused by both Delphin Mocache Massoko and OCCRP.
  • Delfin Mocache Massoko is the son of His Excellency Avelino Mocache Mehenga, one of the most powerful Ministers of the government of Equatorial Guinea.
  • After reviewing the totality of the facts and applying law, the South African Appeals court ruled in favor of Mr Ayuk and Centurion Law Group.