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The October 2019 issue of FORBES AFRICA celebrates eight years of the award-winning publication showcasing African entrepreneurship. In this issue, we look back on our stellar collection of cover stars, ranging from billionaires to space explorers to industrialists, self-made businessmen and social entrepreneurs working for Africa. They tell us what they are doing now, how their businesses have grown, and where the continent is headed. Also in the magazine, we delve into a picture-essay on the recent spate of protests in South Africa against gender-based violence. Also read an overview of the World Economic Forum on Africa 2019, in which we talk to the leaders and decision-makers shaping Africa’s growth narrative. Then, an interview with Hollywood star Kristin Davis on her work with UNHCR and why Cape Town is the new Hollywood. What is China’s specific focus in Lagos and what is rugby’s ‘new normal’ in South Africa? All this and more in the October collectors’ edition of FORBES AFRICA.

The Rage And Tears That Tore A Nation

Snapshots Of The Outrage Against Foreign Nationals And Protests Against Sexual Offenders In South Africa In Recent Weeks, Captured By Forbes Africa Photojournalist Motlabana Monnakgotla.

5 mins

The Dragon Roars In Lagos

A snapshot of the depth and breadth of China’s engagement, particularly in the continent’s biggest economy.

6 mins

8 Years And Growing

As FORBES AFRICA celebrates eight years of showcasing African entrepreneurship, we look back on our stellar collection of cover stars, ranging from billionaires to space explorers to industrialists, self-made multi-millionaire businessmen and social entrepreneurs working for Africa. They tell us what they are doing now, how their businesses have grown, and where the continent is headed.

10+ mins

‘Cape Town Is The New Hollywood'

Hollywood actor Kristin Davis was in Africa recently visiting refugee camps and shining an unwavering light on the needs of the displaced, especially girls and women. November will also see the release of a film on elephant conservation that she shot last summer in South Africa and Zambia.

6 mins

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Forbes Africa is the drama critic to business in Africa. The magazine helps readers connect the dots, form patterns and see beyond the obvious, giving them a completely different perspective. In doing this, it delivers sharp, in-depth and engaging stories by looking at global and domestic issues from an African prism.