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Elon Musk’s fortune swelled above $1.4 trillion on Tuesday as SpaceX shares extended a rally in their second full trading day, ranking Musk’s rocket maker ahead of Amazon as the world’s fifth-largest company by market value.

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🌍✨ We’re gearing up to celebrate the remarkable FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Class of 2026, and we want you to be part of the journey.

Join us for our exclusive Virtual Summit as we spotlight Africa’s next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, creatives, and changemakers.

📅 26 June 2026
⏰ 13:30 – 15:30

Be inspired by the stories, insights, and impact of this year’s exceptional honorees.

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🚨 Here are TWO dates you need to mark on your calendar! 🚨

✨ 19 June 2026 – Meet the visionaries, disruptors, and game-changers shaping Africa's future as we unveil the FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Class of 2026.

🔥 26 June 2026 – The celebration continues at the FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Virtual Summit, where you'll hear directly from some of Africa’s brightest young minds as they share their journeys, insights, and ambitions for the future.

Don't just watch the future unfold—be part of the conversation.

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#AfricaUndiscovered
Tanzania Builds The Corridors Powering East Africa’s Future

From ports and railways to tourism, mining, and energy, the country is strengthening its role as a regional platform, connecting East and Central Africa to global markets, while accelerating industrialization.

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The country has re-emerged in 2026 as a more stable and investable market, combining macroeconomic recovery with targeted reforms that are reshaping how business operates.

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#PhotoEssay
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Youth Uprising in 1976, where Soweto students protested against apartheid's Afrikaans language imposition. Brutally attacked, 12-year-old Hector Pieterson's death was captured by Sam Nzima, creating an iconic image. At the Hector Pieterson Museum, Nzima’s son Thulani reflects on those pivotal moments. The uprising remains a symbol of resistance, honoring the students' bravery for education, equality, and justice.

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#CEOStrategies
Alex Apau Dadey, Founder and Executive Chairman of KGL Group, is part of the African diaspora with extensive experience in the U.K. and 20 other countries. In FORBES AFRICA, he shares insights from his global exposure on economic growth and private-sector development. Since the 1990s, he engaged in Ghana's market, gaining deep understanding during the IMF Structural Adjustment Program. Returning to Ghana a decade ago, he aimed to replicate successful global business models with KGL Group, founded in 2018, focusing on innovation and transparency.

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#Sport
The Former Bafana Bafana Star Creating Pathways And Partnerships In Europe For South Africa’s Young Footballers

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#ICYMI
Knighted By King Charles, British-Sierra Leonean-Ghanaian Actor Idris Elba Says He’s Receiving The Honor On Behalf Of Many Young People

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‘An Upward Curve’: Africa’s Biggest Economy Receives Italian Agri-Trade Boost

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#Sport
Athletes live for the epochal moments. Many never experience it, others are defined by it, leaving a legacy that lives far beyond their years. His career includes a catalog of historic junctures, but few, if any, may turn out to be grander than what unfolded on June 13, 2025.

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#ICYMI
Game And Glory: Africa’s 2026 World Cup Moment Awaits

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🌍✨ We’re gearing up to celebrate the remarkable FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Class of 2026, and we want you to be part of the journey.

Join us for our exclusive Virtual Summit as we spotlight Africa’s next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, creatives, and changemakers.

📅 26 June 2026
⏰ 13:30 – 15:30

Be inspired by the stories, insights, and impact of this year’s exceptional honorees.

🔗 Register now by clicking here⤵️
https://t.co/rtwXbBOLfC

#ForbesAfrica30Under30

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#CurrentAffairs
The FIFA World Cup, from June 11 to July 19, promises to be a spectacle of global talent where several African nations are poised to leave their mark. The question is: how far will they go?

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#ICYMI
JSE Exceeds $1.5 Trillion Market Cap Following First French Company Listing
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‘An Upward Curve’: Africa’s Biggest Economy Receives Italian Agri-Trade Boost

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#Billionaires
‘Positioning The Continent More Competitively’: Africa’s Richest Man Sets 30-Month Deadline To Double Refinery’s Capacity

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#Sport
The Former Bafana Bafana Star Creating Pathways And Partnerships In Europe For South Africa’s Young Footballers

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Rocketmaker SpaceX began trading on the Nasdaq Friday, boosting Musk’s fortune to an estimated $1.1 trillion.

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Angola’s Economy Expands; Oil Sector Upended By Structural Issues

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