Day: December 17, 2024

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BRUSSELS, Belgium, December 16, 2024/ — The European Union-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC) (https://EU-Africa-Chamber.org) announces the appointment of Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard (www.Pompigne-Mognard.com), Founder and Chairman of APO Group, as a Strategic Advisor effective December 16, 2024.

With his extensive experience in driving cross-continental partnerships and his unwavering commitment to promoting Africa’s economic potential on the global stage, Nicolas will offer his contribution in guiding the EUACC’s long-term vision and strategic initiatives.

Commenting on the appointment, Sonia Toro, Executive Director of the EUACC, stated: “We are happy to welcome Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard to our Strategic Advisory Committee. His expertise and strategic relations across Europe and Africa align perfectly with our priorities. Nicolas’s leadership and innovative approach will undoubtedly elevate our efforts to new heights.”

Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, a Franco-Gabonese entrepreneur recently named among the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2023, serves on multiple high-profile advisory boards and international committees. These include the Senior Advisory Board of the Canada-Africa Chamber of Business, as well as the Advisory Boards of the African Energy Chamber, World Football Summit, Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF), Bloomberg New Economy Gateway Africa, Sports Africa Investment Summit, EurAfrican Forum, and All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA). He is also a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer of the Royal African Society of the United Kingdom and a special advisor to the President of Rugby Africa, the governing body of rugby in Africa.

Nicolas’ wholly owned company, APO Group, is the premier award-winning Pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, serving over 300 clients, including Microsoft, Nestlé, Coca-Cola, TikTok, DHL, Marriott Group, Ecobank, Canon, Orange, the Jack Ma Foundation, the African Development Bank, Afreximbank, Africa Finance Corporation, the Islamic Development Bank, Liquid Intelligent Technologies, Radisson, the NBA, GoDaddy, Western Union, MultiChoice, and many more.

As the Founder of APO Group, Nicolas has been instrumental in fostering positive narratives about Africa’s growth and development. His contributions have facilitated partnerships between global businesses, governments, and African organizations.

Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard said: “It is an honor to join the EUACC as a Strategic Advisor. I have always been passionate about building bridges between Africa and Europe, and I look forward to working closely with the Chamber to create impactful opportunities that benefit businesses and communities across both continents.”

As a Strategic Advisor, Nicolas will collaborate with EUACC leadership to advance key initiatives, including investment promotion, and policy advocacy that foster sustainable development across Africa.

More information about Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard: https://apo-opa.co/3VFwm5K

 

Media Contact:
media@eu-africa-chamber.org

About the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce:
The mission of the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC) is to foster the growth of a resilient and dynamic African private sector by actively engaging in strategic discussions and cultivating mutually beneficial partnerships between Africa and other key regions. As a dedicated facilitator, EUACC connects stakeholders to unlock business opportunities, driving sustainable economic growth and innovation.

 

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DAKAR, Senegal, December 17, 2024/ — The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (www.BAL.NBA.com) and Hennessy, the world-renowned cognac brand and the Official Spirit of the BAL, will host the second basketball, lifestyle, and entertainment event “BAL IN” Accra at the Bukom Boxing Arena on Friday, Dec. 27.

“BAL IN” Accra, presented by Hennessy, will celebrate the continent’s culture and creativity while converging basketball, fashion, music, art, design, and entertainment. The event’s highlight will be a celebrity basketball game curated by AfroFuture, an African-focused media management company dedicated to showcasing creative talent and curating lifestyle and entertainment events across the continent, featuring players with BAL experience, local artists and entertainers. Fans can register to attend at https://apo-opa.co/3DhcXSB.

“We are super excited to return to Accra for our second “BAL IN” experience as we continue to build momentum ahead of our milestone fifth season”, said BAL President Amadou Gallo Fall. “This year’s “BAL IN” Accra will showcase and celebrate African sports business and creative industries on the global stage, in line with the BAL’s commitment to shining a spotlight and becoming an economic growth engine for the continent.”

“As the Official Spirit of the NBA and the BAL, Hennessy is looking forward to another exciting season, especially with the addition of Ghana to the “BAL IN” markets this year. We invite fans to enjoy both the games hosted across the continent and the cultural playground that’s celebrated beyond the court,” said David White, Regional managing director Africa Middle East at Moët Hennessy.”

“We’re thrilled to work with the BAL and Hennessy to bring the second ‘BAL IN’ event to Accra this December, blending basketball, fashion, music, and art into one unforgettable experience,” said CEO and Co-Founder of AfroFuture Abdul Karim Abdullah. “Moments like these amplify the global spotlight on Africa, showcasing our continent as both a hub of talent and a leader in live entertainment. This is the beginning of what’s possible when sports and culture unite to inspire the next generation.”

“BAL IN” is part of the league’s long-term strategy to connect and engage with fans across the continent and beyond, including the African Diaspora. Previous “BAL IN” events have been held in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire; Berlin, Germany; Lagos, Nigeria; Paris, France and Salt Lake City, U.S.

The BAL’s milestone fifth season will tip off on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat, Morocco and culminate with the 2025 BAL Finals on Saturday, June 14 at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria, South Africa, marking the first BAL games in Morocco and the first time the BAL Finals will be held in South Africa. The 2025 BAL season will feature the top 12 club teams from 12 African countries playing 48 games in Rabat; Dakar, Senegal; Kigali, Rwanda; and Pretoria.

The 12 teams will once again be divided into three conferences of four teams each.  Each conference will play a 12-game group phase during which each team will face the other three teams in its conference twice. The Kalahari Conference group phase will take place from April 5 – Sunday, April 13 in Rabat. The Sahara Conference group phase will take place from Saturday, April 26 – Sunday, May 4 at the Dakar Arena in Senegal. The Nile Conference group phase will take place from Saturday, May 17 – Sunday, May 25 at BK Arena in Kigali. Eight teams from across the three conferences will qualify for the Playoffs in Pretoria, which will tip off on Friday, June 6 and culminate with the 2025 BAL Finals on Saturday, June 14. Fans can register their interest in tickets to games in all four markets at BAL.NBA.com.

 

Contact: 
Edwin Eselem
Basketball Africa League
+221 78 615 42 87
EEselem@theBAL.com