The Mohammed VI Foundation of Sciences and Health (FM6SS) announces its participation in GITEX Africa 2024 (https://GITEXAfrica.com), a major technological innovation event in Africa, organised under the High Patronage of His Majesty The King Mohammed VI. This important event is a unique platform that brings together professionals, opinion leaders, and exhibitors from around the globe to present the latest technological innovations and trends.

The FM6SS entities that will take part in this event include Mohammed VI University of Sciences and Health, Mohammed VI International University Hospital of Bouskoura, Mohammed VI International Center for Research and Innovation, Mohammed VI Center for Continuing Education, Mohammed VI National Laboratory for Medical Analysis, Mohammed VI National Laboratory for Anatomopathology, and Mohammed VI International Center for Simulation in Science and Health.

As part of their participation at the GITEX Africa 2024, the directors took part in a panel discussion on Thursday, May 30th 2024, under the theme “Building a digital health ecosystem for excellence in training and care: the Mohammed VI Foundation of Sciences and Health – FM6SS – a model.” The topics focused on the strategy for an integrated health and science ecosystem, new skills and jobs in the digitised health sector, innovative medical education with simulation and Artificial Intelligence (AI), telemedicine, training of health professionals through AI, accelerating research with AI and digital technologies, and the importance of hospital information systems.

As part of this global event, the Mohammed VI Foundation of Sciences and Health has entered into a partnership with KAOUN International FZE, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), whose mission is to create connections for the industries and markets in which it operates. This partnership positions FM6SS as a key partner of the World Future Health event at GITEX, highlighting its commitment to fostering meaningful exchanges in the fields of education, health, and research on a global scale.

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About the Mohammed VI Foundation of Sciences and Health:
The Mohammed VI Foundation of Sciences and Health (FM6SS) is fully committed to playing a major role in all policies and reforms aimed at modernising and improving the provision of care, as well as education in the fields of science and health.

The Mohammed VI Foundation of Sciences and Health aims to contribute, in collaboration with relevant administrations and organizations, to the promotion of healthcare, education and training, as well as research and innovation.

This commitment translates into the setting up and the management of university hospitals, the provision of patients with diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation services while ensuring follow-up of their health records, and carrying out any activity aimed at serving and strengthening the national health system.

In partnership with the competent authorities, such as Health Ministries in charge of health, universities, university hospitals, and other public health institutions, the FM6SS plays an essential role in the transformation and improvement of the medical landscape and scientific research in Morocco. Through its various entities working in the fields of healthcare, training, and research, the Mohammed VI Foundation of Sciences and Health covers a wide spectrum of activities.

Elm (www.Elm.sa), a leading digital solutions provider, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sénégal Numérique during its participation at GITEX AFRICA 2024, one of the region’s largest tech events. The event, which ran from May 29 to 31, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco, was held under the supervision of the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform, in partnership with the Agency for Digital Development (ADD) in the Kingdom of Morocco. Through the MoU, both parties will leverage their combined capabilities to foster bilateral collaboration in targeted markets.

The MoU, signed by Al-Ameen Al-Hazmi, Chief Integrated Solutions Officer at Elm, and Cheikh Bakhoum, Director General of the Sénégal Numérique, outlines Elm’s collaboration with Sénégal Numérique in creating and operating a digital archiving centre. They will also seek financial partners to fund the project and develop the IT infrastructure to benefit government agencies in Senegal. Furthermore, the agreement includes provisions under which the two parties can agree to explore additional cooperation opportunities during its validity period. The latest MoU aligns with Elm’s vision to effectively empower local companies and accelerate digital transformation.

“We are delighted to have signed this MoU with the Sénégal Numérique, marking a significant strategic milestone in Elm’s journey towards advancing digital transformation across the African continent. This collaboration promotes knowledge exchange and growth between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Senegal to realise their shared vision for an integrated digital future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to collaborative ventures and fostering innovation and growth in the digital sector. We also hope that this partnership will yield tangible economic and social benefits, boosting development with Elm’s innovative technical solutions and capabilities to enable a digitally connected life,” Majid bin Saad Al Arifi, the Official Spokesman and CEO VP of the Marketing Sector at Elm, stated.

This MoU underlines the significance of the GITEX AFRICA 2024 as a leading platform that unites diverse institutions and companies in the digital technology sector. The event promotes communication and collaboration in an era when digitisation is becoming increasingly important in the African continent, which is experiencing a substantial surge in technological investments.

GITEX AFRICA 2024 hosts numerous lectures and seminars on the latest technological developments in cybersecurity, digital financing, artificial intelligence, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and investments. The event brings together major regional and international companies to showcase the latest innovations and technical solutions.

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The African Leadership Magazine (ALM) (https://www.AfricanLeadershipMagazine.co.uk/) is pleased to unveil the winners of the 14th African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) 2024, following the meticulous implementation of the 3-step points-based system, which included a call for nominations, an online poll that concluded on Wednesday, 22 May 2024, and the ALM editorial board’s comprehensive review of the vote entries and supporting evidence of the nominees’ achievements over the past year and beyond. The poll accounted for 65% of the points while supporting evidence contributed 35% to the final selection process.

The ABLA winners will receive their award trophies and other instruments of honour during the 14th African Business Leadership Awards presentation ceremony, a special component of the 9th ALM Africa Summit, scheduled for 17 – 18 July 2024 at the UK House of Lords. The event will be held under the theme- “Africa Unleashed: Navigating Disruptions, Enhancing Opportunities.”

In his remarks, the Chairman of the African Leadership Organisation and Publisher of the African Leadership Magazine, Dr. Ken Giami, expressed his admiration for the winners during the final review of all nominees. He stated, “The winners exemplify the spirit of innovation, resilience, and excellence driving growth and development across the continent. By celebrating their achievements, we not only honour their individual success but also hope to inspire others to push the boundaries of what is possible and contribute to Africa’s continued prosperity. Through their leadership across the critical sectors of the African economy, they are shaping a brighter future for Africa and demonstrating the immense potential within our business community.”

The African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) is a flagship annual recognition event by the African Leadership Magazine, aimed at honouring exceptional corporate practices and outstanding achievers in Africa’s business landscape and private sector. The awards align with the magazine’s tradition of showcasing often overlooked aspects of Africa’s businesses and leaders, celebrating exemplary business leadership on the continent.

Below is the complete list of winners and runners-up in the various categories of the African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) 2024:

African Business Leader of the Year

Paul Russo, Group CEO, KCB Group Plc, Kenya – Winner
Allen Onyema, CEO, Air Peace Nigeria – Runner-up

African Female Business Leader of the Year

Princess Victoria Haastrup, Executive Vice-Chairman, ENL Consortium Ltd, Nigeria – Winner
Kadijah Amoah, CEO, Pecan Energies Ghana Limited – Runner-up

African Finance Minister of the Year

Olavo Correia, Deputy Prime Minister&Minister of Finance, Cape Verde– Winner
Uzziel Ndagijimana, Minister for Finance and Economic Planning, Rwanda– Runner-up

African Regulator of the Year

Ethiopian Customs Commission – Joint-Winner
Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission – Joint-Winner
Engineers Board of Kenya – Runner-up

Export-Import&Investment Promotion Agency of the Year

Ghana Export Promotion Authority – Winner
Center for Investment Promotion of Côte d’Ivoire – Runner-up

Central Bank Governor of the Year

Olayemi Cardoso, Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria – Winner
Ernest Addison, Governor, Bank of Ghana – Runner-up

Trade&Investment Minister of the Year

Ebrahim Patel, Minister of Trade and Industry, South Africa – Winner
Lucia Iipumbu, Minister of Industrialization and Trade, Namibia – Runner-up

Business-Friendly Governor of the Year

Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State, Nigeria –winner
Adanech Abiebie, Mayor of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – Runner-up

African CEO of the Year

Alain Ebobissé, CEO, AFRICA 50 – Winner
Azola Mayekiso, CEO, National Housing Finance Corporation, South Africa– Runner-up

Young Business Leader of the Year

Jesca Mhoja Nkwabi, CEO, KOM Group, Tanzania –Winner
David Njuguna, CEO, National Housing Corporation, Kenya – Runner-up

Africa CSR&Community Development Impact Award

Maroc Telecom– Winner
MRS Oil Nigeria Plc– Runner-up

African Brand of the Year

Ecobank Transnational Incorporated – Winner
Britam Holdings, Kenya – Runner-up

African Company of the Year

Mastercard Africa – Joint-winner
Trade Kings Group, Zambia – Joint-Winner
Bujagali Energy Limited – Runner-up

African Industry Personality of the Year

Benedito Manuel, Director General, Catoca Mining, Angola – Winner
Sékou Dramé, CEO, Sonatel Group, Senegal – Runner-up

Africa Business Integrity Leader Award

Jean Preira, CEO, Development Bank of Seychelles – Winner
Stanley Shanapinda, CEO, Telecom Namibia – Runner-up

Lifetime Achievement Award

Segun Ogunsanya, Group CEO, Airtel Africa – Winner
Mohamed Mansour, Chairman, Mansour Group, Egypt – Runner-up

ABLA Special Awards:

African Economic Resilience and Growth Champion Award

James Alic Garang, Governor, Bank of South Sudan

Special African Business Leadership Commendation Award

Mesfin Tasew Bekele, CEO, Ethiopian Airlines – Joint-Winner
Seinye Lulu-Briggs, Chairman, Moni Pulo Limited, Nigeria – Joint-Winner

African Food Security Champion Award

Hanan Abdul-Wahab, CEO, National Buffer Stock Company, Ghana

Special Industry Personality Commendation Award

Edson Dos Santos, CEO, ETU Energias, Angola – Joint-Winner
Dieudonne Kasembo Nyembo, CEO, GECOTRANS DR Congo – Joint-winner

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About African Leadership Magazine:
The African Leadership Magazine is the flagship publication of the African Leadership Organisation (UK) Limited. For the past 17 years, the Organization has been dedicated to promoting impactful leadership in Africa and showcasing African opportunities globally. Through its various initiatives, including quality Afro-positive content, trade facilitation, market entry solutions, business networking platforms, and public sector training and consulting, the African Leadership Organisation plays a vital role in driving positive change and development across the continent.

GITEX NIGERIA to debut in September 2025 connecting start-up innovators, AI experts, and young talents in Africa’s largest emerging digital economy; Introducing AI Everything Nigeria, North Star Nigeria, GITEX HealthTech 5.0 and GITEX Future Finance 5.0.

Following the two record-breaking and most verified editions of GITEX AFRICA Morocco, the continent’s largest tech and start-up show will expand to forge new opportunities specifically for the Nigerian ecosystem. The showcase and conference powerhouse is the most awaited event launch fueled by the mission to accelerate Nigeria’s national tech and start-up landscape in the most populous nation in Africa.

GITEX NIGERIA was announced today (30 May), during GITEX AFRICA Morocco the continent’s largest tech and start-up show, at a signing ceremony between KAOUN International, the overseas affiliated company of the Dubai World Trade Centre and organiser of GITEX, the world largest tech event brand, and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), the technology arm of the Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy of Nigeria.

The MoU was signed by Mr. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) of Nigeria and Ms. Trixie LohMirmand, CEO of KAOUN International, organiser of GITEX globally, in the presence of Dr. Tunji Alausa, Hon. Minister of State for Health&Social Reform, Nigeria.

GITEX NIGERIA shall be the largest in-market access event of the decade to discover Nigeria’s vast tech ecosystem. It ushers the global tech community to fully explore the biggest and most valuable opportunities in this most populous African country, with the world’s most talented generation of tech and digital youths. Taking place in September 2025 in both Lagos and Abuja, the most strategic and business influential cities in Nigeria.

Addressing the media during the official announcement, the Director-General and CEO of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, said: “You can’t trade in isolation therefore we need to create a platform to accelerate trade in Nigeria. Presidential priorities include the acceleration of diversification through digitisation, industrialisation, manufacturing and innovation; to reform the economy to deliver sustained economic growth. The present mandate of our Ministry to accelerate the economy diversification by enhancing productivity in critical sectors, such as healthcare, education, and agriculture through technology and innovation. Bringing GITEX to Nigeria gives us the opportunity to export Nigerian technology to the world.”

CEO of KAOUN International, Trixie LohMirmand, organiser of GITEX NIGERIA, said: “The format of GITEX NIGERIA will be unique. It will enable the exploration of vast potential during a time when Nigeria is experiencing exponential growth impact in sectors such as AI, Health, Finance and Startups. We hope to co-create and multiply global partnerships to forge new opportunities for Nigeria across industries with the biggest societal betterment potential”.

GITEX in Nigeria shall spotlight the country’s exponential growth sectors in AI, Future Finance, Digital Health, Start-ups and Scale-ups. It will integrate the Nigerian tech ecosystem firmly into GITEX AFRICA Morocco and extend its reach into GITEX GLOBAL in Dubai and GITEX EUROPE in Berlin.

Reflecting core critical sectors aligned to the national digital strategy, GITEX’s most popular co-located shows will be introduced with the inaugural edition, including AI Everything Nigeria, North Star Nigeria for Startups, and the GITEX Health Tech 5.0 and GITEX Future Finance 5.0. The eagerly expected tech event will amplify in-market potential in the region’s fastest emerging country, with economic performance to grow 11.2% in 2024 according to the African Development Bank. 

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About KAOUN International:
KAOUN International is the independent events company and wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) established to organise and manage events internationally. Derived from the Arabic word ‘universe’, KAOUN International’s mission is to ‘Create Limitless Connections’ for the industries and markets in which it operates. Created to leverage the 40-year legacy of DWTC’s events management business and drive future MICE sector opportunity in the MENASA region. KAOUN International delivers game-changing live experiences that build robust business connections, create opportunity, and stimulate economic growth, building on DWTC’s extensive portfolio of business and consumer events spanning multiple sectors, including technology, food and hospitality, sustainability, broadcast and satellite, automotive, talent development and leisure marine.