Board Member Sam Bhembe reflects on CNBC Africa's 10 year history

CNBC Africa, a leading business news channel, recently celebrated its 10th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its journey to becoming a beacon of information and talent on the African continent. Founded in 2007 as a platform to bridge the information gap in the financial markets, CNBC Africa has since grown to become a vital source of news and analysis for investors, businesses, and individuals across Africa and the world. Reflecting on CNBC Africa's decade-long history, Founding Non-Executive Director of the ABN Group, Sam Bhembe, highlighted the channel's evolution and impact on the socio-economic landscape of Africa. Bhembe emphasized the channel's role in showcasing the continent's potential and talent, as well as its contribution to capital mobilization and development. During his reflection, Bhembe recalled the channel's inception in 2007, a time when Africa was experiencing political assertiveness and a fundamental shift in the financial markets. The launch of CNBC Africa coincided with the onset of the global financial crisis, which brought about challenges and opportunities for the continent. As Africa showcased its potential and opportunities, CNBC Africa emerged as a platform for disseminating relevant and timely information to investors. One of the key points highlighted by Bhembe was the importance of local talent development in CNBC Africa's content generation and aggregation. Over the past decade, the channel has nurtured young talents and provided them with a platform to shine in the world of business news broadcasting. This focus on talent has not only elevated the channel's reputation but has also contributed to changing the narrative around African business and economy. Furthermore, Bhembe underscored CNBC Africa's role in capital mobilization for socio-economic development. By providing a platform for discussions on stock markets, commodity markets, and investment opportunities, the channel has played a pivotal role in aggregating and mobilizing capital for the continent's growth. Bhembe expressed confidence that CNBC Africa's impact will be remembered for its contribution to sustainable development in Africa. Looking ahead, Bhembe expressed gratitude and optimism for the future, stating his belief that CNBC Africa's achievements over the past 10 years will serve as a strong foundation for continued success in the years to come. As the channel looks towards the next 100 years, Bhembe emphasized the importance of sustaining the progress and impact that CNBC Africa has made in the business news industry. In conclusion, CNBC Africa's 10th-anniversary celebration not only commemorated a milestone in the channel's history but also highlighted its significant contributions to business news, talent development, and capital mobilization in Africa. As CNBC Africa continues its journey of excellence, it remains a trusted source of information and a platform for showcasing Africa's potential on the global stage.