CNBC Africa Co-Founder Rakesh Wahi: We believe the future is here in Africa
One decade later, the All Africa Business Leaders Awards remains one of the largest platforms for pan-African leaders to connect, celebrate and collaborate. While they celebrated ten years in the business of championing business, CNBC Africa is also celebrating it's own birthday in the month of June. In the spirit of all things good, we spoke to CNBC Africa's Co-Founder, Rakesh Wahi about the years past and what to look forward in the years ahead.
Mon, 06 Jun 2022 16:56:47 GMT
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- The All Africa Business Leaders Awards have flourished over a decade, recognizing the exceptional leadership of Pan-African leaders and filling a void in the acknowledgment of African talent.
- Reflecting on the last 15 years, CNBC Africa's co-founder, Rakesh Wahi, emphasizes the importance of recognizing the unique challenges faced by African leaders and the need to celebrate their achievements.
- Looking ahead, Wahi envisions a future where Africa's potential for growth and innovation will be harnessed through investments in capacity building, local partnerships, and self-reliance.
Celebrating a decade of the All Africa Business Leaders Awards and marking the 15th anniversary of CNBC Africa, co-founder Rakesh Wahi reflects on the journey so far and looks to the future with optimism. The All Africa Business Leaders Awards have become one of the largest platforms for Pan-African leaders to connect, celebrate, and collaborate, filling a gap in the recognition of African leadership. Wahi started the awards in 2012 with the aim of acknowledging the immense talent and resilience of leaders on the continent, who often face unique challenges in doing business. Through the awards, nearly 100 alumni have been recognized for their outstanding leadership, highlighting the diversity and strength of African leadership. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic in the last two years, the awards are back with renewed energy, bringing together a host of distinguished individuals at Suncity for a double celebration. Reflecting on the future, Wahi sees significant changes on the horizon for Africa in both business and geopolitics. Despite the complexities and challenges faced by the continent, he believes that the opportunities for growth and development in Africa are immense. With investments in IT, education, and media, Wahi and his team are committed to building capacity, fostering local partnerships, and promoting self-reliance in Africa. The focus on capacity building and self-sufficiency aligns with a global trend of recognizing Africa as a hub of opportunity and potential. As leaders worldwide turn their gaze towards the continent, Wahi is optimistic about the prospects that lie ahead for Africa's economic and social advancement.
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