In the build-up to announcing keynote speakers, organisers of the annual conference, which is held at the London School of Economics and Political Science, have announced sets of panellists and speakers for its 2019 edition. This year’s summit, the sixth since the inception of the gathering of policymakers, business leaders, artists and professionals, explores the theme “Africa’s Future Frontiers.” […]
It’s back! After a remarkable conference last year, the LSE Africa Summit is back with their 3rd annual summit. This year, the Summit will explore how nations in Africa can capitalise on opportunities and address challenges shaped by their position in a Global Context. Once again, the Summit will take place over two high impact and fully charged days. Day 1 […]
After a stressful week at work, rising at 6:30 am on a Saturday and racing to Holborn must sound unideal right? Wrong – at least insofar as you’re up and out to hear the brightest minds in business and politics discuss development issues and their solutions vis-à-vis Africa. I arrived at LSE’s New Academic Building, caught up with the Movemeback team and was […]
LSE Africa Summit 2015 through the eyes of Movemeback. Enjoy! Research Conference – April 17, 2015 Business Conference – April 18, 2015 Photos by Isaac & Verra – special thanks.
Ubuntu. I first heard the word in an A-level poetry class and was immediately struck by the beauty of the idea. A term which refers to the practise of human kindness, as someone with few examples of Ubuntu in practice, I underestimated its prevalence across African communities. Its presence even leaves traces in different dialects: “I am because we are” […]
Ambition, renewal and innovation were the catchwords of the LSE Africa Summit Conference held on the 17th and 18th April in Holborn, London. Bright and engaging speakers argued the features of a new Africa, emerging and thriving with opportunities, resources and markets gradually giving way to innovative and creative entrepreneurs. However, there remains a large number of challenges to overcome, especially […]
If you follow us on social media you should be aware from our many announcements of our partnership with LSE for the Africa Summit 2015. If in the unlikely case you weren’t aware, two things: Where have you been? Follow us, we have exciting updates you just can’t afford to miss out on! With that said, we are pleased to […]