Autor: Reputation Poll

Africa stands at a defining crossroads abundant in talent, resources, culture, and ambition yet continually shaped by how its leadership, institutions, and people are perceived both at home and on the global stage. In this context, reputation is no longer a peripheral or “soft” attribute. It is a strategic asset that shapes trust, attracts investment, influences diplomacy, strengthens social cohesion, and inspires the confidence of future generations. Produced by the Global Reputation Forum in partnership with Reputation Poll International, the 100 Most Reputable Africans 2026 is conceived not as a ranking of fame or fortune, but as a benchmark of…

The Recording Academy is set to honour Fela Aníkúlápó Kuti, the legendary Nigerian musician, composer, and activist, with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2026, recognising his unparalleled contribution to global music, cultural identity, and social consciousness. The posthumous recognition places Fela Kuti among an elite group of artists whose influence transcended charts and generations, affirming his status as one of the most consequential musical figures of the 20th century. A Global Pioneer Who Redefined Sound and Purpose Widely regarded as the father of Afrobeat, Fela fused traditional African rhythms with jazz, funk, highlife, and soul to create a genre that…

On 25 December 2025, the world will witness a rare and symbolic alignment of time and tradition: Christmas Day will be written numerically as 25/12/25. For the first time in recorded modern history, the date of Christmas mirrors the year itself 25 (day), 12 (month), 25 (year)creating a striking numerical symmetry that has captured the imagination of historians, cultural commentators, and social media communities worldwide. A Calendar First with Global Significance While calendars often produce patterns, this alignment is exceptionally rare. Christmas, celebrated annually by billions across cultures and continents, falling on a date that numerically echoes the year, offers…

Reputation Poll International (RPI) has announced the appointment of an independent Audit Committee to oversee and validate the selection process for the 100 Most Reputable Africans 2026, reinforcing its commitment to transparency, credibility, and ethical governance. The Audit Committee comprises senior leaders from business, government advisory, academia, media, civil society, diplomacy, and international development across Africa and the diaspora. The panel is mandated to provide independent oversight, conduct rigorous review, and ensure ethical validation of the final list. The 100 Most Reputable Africans is an annual continental benchmark recognising Africans whose leadership, integrity, and influence have demonstrated measurable impact and…

A coalition supported by major technology companies, including Google and Stripe, has agreed to purchase $44.2 million worth of carbon credits from a Canadian firm focused on removing carbon dioxide from biowaste, according to Frontier’s head of deployment. Frontier, which was founded in 2022 by Stripe, Google, Meta, Shopify and McKinsey, seeks to accelerate the development of carbon removal technologies by committing to buy credits in advance. This approach helps reduce financial risk for emerging projects and enables them to scale more rapidly. The coalition has pledged to invest $1 billion in carbon credits between 2022 and 2030. The latest…

Manchester City could move to the top of the Premier League this Saturday when they host relegation-threatened West Ham United at the Etihad Stadium, ahead of Arsenal’s later trip to Everton. Pep Guardiola’s side trail league leaders Arsenal by two points and would go provisionally top with a victory. City arrive in formidable form, having lost just once in their last 11 home matches and winning six consecutive games across all competitions. Although injuries to Rodri and John Stones persist, and Omar Marmoush and Rayan Aït-Nouri are away on international duty, City’s squad depth and attacking strength make them strong…

Ranking by Security and Enabling Environment for Business As Africa positions itself as one of the world’s most promising frontiers for investment, innovation, and enterprise, security and the enabling environment for business remain critical determinants of national reputation and economic competitiveness. Countries that demonstrate political stability, low levels of violence, predictable governance, and investor-friendly regulatory frameworks tend to attract greater foreign direct investment (FDI), talent, and long-term partnerships. This report presents a ranking of Africa’s most reputable countries based on a combined assessment of security, governance stability, and business-enabling conditions. The analysis draws on internationally recognised indicators, including peace and…

In today’s interconnected world, a nation’s reputation is no longer shaped solely by its economic performance or diplomatic posture. It is increasingly defined by the strength of its security architecture and the quality of its governance. Security and governance are inseparable from reputation; together, they form the foundation upon which trust, stability, and global credibility are built. Security provides the assurance that lives, assets, and institutions are protected. It is the visible expression of a state’s capacity to maintain order, uphold the rule of law, and respond effectively to internal and external threats. When citizens feel safe and institutions are…

The UK’s financial regulator is preparing to loosen mortgage lending rules in a move aimed at improving access to home finance for first-time buyers and older borrowers, including pensioners, amid ongoing pressures in the housing market. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has indicated it wants to introduce greater flexibility into the mortgage market by encouraging lenders to apply affordability assessments more proportionately. The objective is to support responsible lending while reflecting changes in employment patterns, income structures, and retirement realities. For first-time buyers, strict affordability tests introduced in the aftermath of the global financial crisis have been widely criticised for…

New York   — JPMorgan Chase & Co. has made a high-profile move by hiring Todd Combs, a long-time deputy to legendary investor Warren Buffett, to lead a major new investment arm and serve as special advisor to CEO Jamie Dimon. The announcement marks one of Wall Street’s most notable leadership shifts this year and signals JPMorgan’s strategic ambitions beyond traditional banking. Combs, one of Buffett’s most trusted investment managers and CEO of GEICO, will head JPMorgan’s Strategic Investment Group, a $10 billion unit within the bank’s broader Security and Resiliency Initiative. In this capacity, he will allocate capital toward sectors…