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In recent years, an increased number of companies and streaming platforms have turned their attention to the billion-dollar African animation industry. Shows like Cartoon Network’s "Garbage Boy and Trash Can'' released in 2022, "Supa Team 4" released on Netflix in 2023, and "Iwájú'' released on Disney+ in February, exemplify how companies are collaborating with local African creators to produce original stories, fostering a shift toward authentic African storytelling.

When Uganda’s renowned musician Bobi Wine entered politics in 2017, he had one mission: to disrupt the country's political landscape. He recently launched the National Unity Platform (NUP) School of Leadership in Kampala on June 10 and says his goals now include empowering current and future Ugandan leaders to drive political change and to champion democratic values.

The kidnapping attempt and subsequent death of a young woman in Cairo, Egypt at the hands of an Uber driver, sparks outrage and raises concerns about harassment while using ride-hailing apps.

Unstoppable Africa, a two-day forum organized by the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI), brought together presidents, governors, business leaders, investors, athletes, United Nations delegates, musicians, and more -- fostering connections and inspiring solutions that promote the private sector's role in propelling sustainable economic growth in Africa.

CEOs, Heads of State, Ministers, investors and U.N. leaders will be joined by stars of music, sport and film for an exclusive two-day forum on Africa’s future.