MTV Europe Music Award for Best Africa, Middle East and India Act

Majority of Global Boards and Executives Sense an Increased Risk Environment, Finds AICPA & CIMA and NC State University Report

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The latest report by AICPA & CIMA and NC State's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Initiative has identified a worrying immaturity of ERM processes and a lack of understanding by executives and boards of the strategic value of an effective risk oversight process. At the same time the research showed a significant increase in the level and complexity of risks their organizations are facing.

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  • The report found that 68 percent of respondents sense volume and complexities of risk increasing.
  • However, only 31 percent describe their organization's risk oversight practices as "mature" or "robust."
  • The 2023 Global State of Risk Oversight: Managing the Rapidly Evolving Risk Landscape includes insights from a survey of 983 global senior finance and business leaders conducted in 2023.
  • The occurrence of an actual significant risk event suggests a potential breakdown in the organizations' risk management processes.

gamma. Expands Africa & Middle East Commitment With the Addition of Music Industry Veterans and Pioneers

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

, the artist-first multimedia platform providing creative and business services across all artistic and commercial formats, today announced an expansion of its commitment to Africa and the Middle East with the addition of two impactful music industry pioneers to the region’s executive team.

Key Points: 
  • , the artist-first multimedia platform providing creative and business services across all artistic and commercial formats, today announced an expansion of its commitment to Africa and the Middle East with the addition of two impactful music industry pioneers to the region’s executive team.
  • Historically, international labels have headquartered their African operations solely in South Africa, with Nigeria often having satellite presence.
  • “gamma.’s mission is to both nurture talent local to Africa and the Middle East into global superstars, as well as to open the continent for Western artists to reach new fans and opportunities,” said Sipho Dlamini, President Africa & Middle East, gamma.
  • “This is a unique opportunity to showcase the talent and culture of the Middle East to the world,” said Neville.

Africa & Middle East Prepaid Card and Digital Wallet Business Databook 2023: Investment Opportunities, Market Size and Forecasts, Consumer Attitude & Behaviour, Retail Spend 2018-2027 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, May 29, 2023

The "Africa & Middle East Prepaid Card and Digital Wallet Business and Investment Opportunities Databook - Market Size and Forecast, Consumer Attitude & Behaviour, Retail Spend - Q1 2023 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Africa & Middle East Prepaid Card and Digital Wallet Business and Investment Opportunities Databook - Market Size and Forecast, Consumer Attitude & Behaviour, Retail Spend - Q1 2023 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The prepaid card market (value terms) in Africa & Middle East increased at a CAGR of 9.5% during 2018-2022.
  • With over 100 KPIs at country level, this report provides comprehensive understanding of prepaid card and digital wallet card market dynamics.
  • Retail spend: Breaks down retail spend across 11 categories to provide detailed insights on consumer behaviour and changing dynamics of prepaid card spend.

gamma. Taps Music Industry Pioneer Sipho Dlamini & Cultural Icon Naomi Campbell to Spearhead Expansion of Leadership Into Africa & Middle East

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Leading the effort is music industry veteran Sipho Dlamini, who has joined the company as President, Africa & Middle East and international supermodel and U.N. Commonwealth Ambassador Naomi Campbell, in an expansion of her role as a key advisor to gamma., is named Special Advisor, Africa & Middle East.

Key Points: 
  • Leading the effort is music industry veteran Sipho Dlamini, who has joined the company as President, Africa & Middle East and international supermodel and U.N. Commonwealth Ambassador Naomi Campbell, in an expansion of her role as a key advisor to gamma., is named Special Advisor, Africa & Middle East.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230503006037/en/
    Africa and the Middle East is a culturally rich source of music and artistic talent.
  • has welcomed cultural icon Naomi Campbell as Special Advisor to create the pathways needed to make immediate headway across the continent.
  • gamma.’s African operations will be led by Sipho Dlamini as President of Africa & the Middle East.

Africa & Middle East Social Commerce Market Intelligence Report 2023: Market is Expected to Grow by 39.5% to Reach $9.638 Billion in 2023 - Forecasts to 2028 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

Social commerce industry in Africa & Middle East is expected to grow by 39.5% on annual basis to reach US$9638.6 million in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Social commerce industry in Africa & Middle East is expected to grow by 39.5% on annual basis to reach US$9638.6 million in 2023.
  • The social commerce industry is expected to grow steadily over the forecast period, recording a CAGR of 27.1% during 2022-2028.
  • The social commerce GMV in the region will increase from US$9638.6 million in 2023 to reach US$40695.1 million by 2028.
  • With over 50+ KPIs at country level, this report provides a comprehensive understanding of social commerce market dynamics, market size and forecast, and market share statistics.

Africa & Middle East Prepaid Card and Digital Wallet Business and Investment Opportunities Databook Q1 2023 Update: Sector to Reach $100.8 Billion by 2027 at an 11.6% CAGR

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Friday, March 24, 2023

DUBLIN, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Africa & Middle East Prepaid Card and Digital Wallet Business and Investment Opportunities Databook - Market Size and Forecast, Consumer Attitude & Behaviour, Retail Spend - Q1 2023 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Africa & Middle East Prepaid Card and Digital Wallet Business and Investment Opportunities Databook - Market Size and Forecast, Consumer Attitude & Behaviour, Retail Spend - Q1 2023 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • According to the publisher, the prepaid card market (value terms) in Africa & Middle East increased at a CAGR of 9.5% during 2018-2022.
  • Over the forecast period of 2023 to 2027, the market is expected to record a CAGR of 11.6%, increasing from US$56.52 billion in 2022 to reach US$100.84 billion by 2027.
  • With over 100 KPIs at country level, this report provides comprehensive understanding of prepaid card and digital wallet card market dynamics.

Africa & Middle East Buy Now Pay Later Market Report 2023: BNPL Payments are Expected to Grow by 29.1% to Reach $12.256 Billion in 2023 - Forecasts to 2028 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, March 17, 2023

BNPL payments in the regions are expected to grow by 29.1% on an annual basis to reach US$12,256.7 million in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • BNPL payments in the regions are expected to grow by 29.1% on an annual basis to reach US$12,256.7 million in 2023.
  • The BNPL payment industry in Africa & Middle East regions has recorded strong growth over the last four quarters, supported by increased ecommerce penetration.
  • Medium to long term growth story of BNPL industry in Africa & Middle East remains strong.
  • Africa & Middle East BNPL Market Size and Spending Pattern, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East Buy Now Pay Later Revenue Analysis, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East Buy Now Pay Later Operational KPIs & Statistics, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East BNPL by Purpose, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East BNPL by Business Model, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East BNPL by Merchant Ecosystem, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East BNPL by Distribution Model Analysis, 2019-2028

Africa & Middle East Buy Now Pay Later Market Data Bundle 2023: A Collection of 9 Reports on the Future $27 Billion Industry

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

The BNPL payment industry in Africa & Middle East regions has recorded strong growth over the last four quarters, supported by increased ecommerce penetration.

Key Points: 
  • The BNPL payment industry in Africa & Middle East regions has recorded strong growth over the last four quarters, supported by increased ecommerce penetration.
  • Medium to long term growth story of BNPL industry in Africa & Middle East remains strong.
  • With over 75 KPIs at country level, this report provides a comprehensive understanding of BNPL market dynamics, market size and forecast, and market share statistics.
  • Africa & Middle East BNPL Market Size and Spending Pattern, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East Buy Now Pay Later Revenue Analysis, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East Buy Now Pay Later Operational KPIs & Statistics, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East BNPL by Purpose, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East BNPL by Business Model, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East BNPL by Merchant Ecosystem, 2019-2028
    Africa & Middle East BNPL by Distribution Model Analysis, 2019-2028

Africa & Middle East Social Commerce Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics Databook Q1 2023 Update: Sector to Reach $40.69 Billion by 2028/ at a CAGR of 27.1%

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

DUBLIN, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Africa & Middle East Social Commerce Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics Databook - 50+ KPIs on Social Commerce Trends by End-Use Sectors, Operational KPIs, Retail Product Dynamics, and Consumer Demographics - Q1 2023 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Africa & Middle East Social Commerce Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics Databook - 50+ KPIs on Social Commerce Trends by End-Use Sectors, Operational KPIs, Retail Product Dynamics, and Consumer Demographics - Q1 2023 Update" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • According to the publisher, social commerce industry in Africa & Middle East is expected to grow by 39.5% on annual basis to reach US$9638.6 million in 2023.
  • The social commerce industry is expected to grow steadily over the forecast period, recording a CAGR of 27.1% during 2022-2028.
  • Below is a summary of key market segments offered at country level:
    Ecommerce Industry Market Size and Future Growth Dynamics by Key Performance Indicators, 2019-2028
    Social Commerce Industry Market Size and Future Growth Dynamics by Key Performance Indicators, 2019-2028
    Social Commerce Industry Market Size and Forecast by Retail Product Categories, 2019-2028

Barrick Reports Stronger Q4 Gold Production

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

TORONTO, Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) (“Barrick” or the “Company”) today reported preliminary full year and fourth quarter 2022 production results. On the back of stronger Q4 production, 13% higher than the previous quarter, preliminary gold production for the full year of 4.14 million ounces was approximately 1% lower than the 4.2 million ounces1 previously guided, while preliminary copper production of 440 million pounds for 2022 was in line with the guidance range of 420 to 470 million pounds.

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  • Total cash costs start with our cost of sales related to gold production and removes depreciation, the non-controlling interest of cost of sales and includes by-product credits.
  • C1 cash costs per pound excludes royalties and production taxes and non-routine charges as they are not direct production costs.
  • All-in sustaining costs per pound is similar to the gold all-in sustaining costs metric and management uses this to better evaluate the costs of copper production.
  • Finally, Barrick cautions that this press release contains forward-looking statements with respect to: (i) Barrick’s production; and (ii) costs per ounce for gold and per pound for copper.