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Zawya
12-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ETHICORE ranked in Africa's top 10 for government and public affairs
Cape Town, South Africa -/African Media Agency(AMA)/: ETHICORE - the industry leading pan African international government and public affairs firm headquartered in South Africa, has been named one of Africa's Top 10 Best Agencies by PRovoke Media – the global authority on the strategic communications, public affairs and reputation management. The prestigious global ranking marks a major milestone for ETHICORE in its 15th anniversary year since its founding in 2009. From its origins in Cape Town, the firm has grown into a leading force operating in 29 African countries across 5 Africa sub-regions, comprising key GDP economies and frontier markets, with strategic reach into the Arabian Gulf and Near East. Ranking in Africa's Top 10 list by PRovoke Media, underscores ETHICORE's ethics-first deep expertise and thought leadership in government and public affairs. It places the firm among an authoritative selection of premier and strongly reputable merit based firms across EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), based on one or more of five key criteria, namely: Rapid growth and financial performance; Track record of exceptional work; Outstanding workplace culture; Thought leadership and development of new knowledge; or Innovation in the technology and tools of the profession. This affirms ETHICORE as a trusted market leader on the African continent at the highest levels of government relations, public policy, regulatory and political risk intelligence, advocacy, advisory and communications. Speaking on the accolade, ETHICORE CEO and Founder Abdul Waheed Patel expressed deep appreciation: 'We are humbled and privileged to be recognised at the pinnacle of excellence in our niche on the African continent. It was symbolically significant to have received this accolade upon concluding Africa month in May. Since our founding, over the past decade and a half, we have been dedicated to the pursuit of building and leading best-in-class pan African excellence and ethics in our craft. This recognition belongs to our exceptional teams across the continent, and to the clients and partners who implicitly trust us with the responsibility of working to advance positive and impactful solutions to some of the most critical issues confronting African economies, governments and societies.' Confirming the ranking, Paul Holmes, CEO of PRovoke Media stated: 'Most of the top firms in Africa are generalists, equally adept at the corporate and consumer sides of the business, which is what you might expect in a still emerging market. But there is a growing market for specialization, and ETHICORE has carved out a nicely lucrative niche for itself in the public affairs space, drawing on a deep understanding of the complex political landscapes across Africa, and an approach that emphasizes global standards of governance and ethics.' As one of the continent's few independent, African-owned firms in its niche, ETHICORE works to support the private sector, governments and multilateral institutions in responsible public policy and regulatory advocacy and engagement in Africa, at the nexus of trade, investment, market access and sustainability. 'This accolade is not just a celebration of our journey,' Patel added. 'It's a call to action for the future — to continue championing our ethics-first, values-driven approach to public policy and regulatory advocacy, empowering private and public institutions to transform governance, economies and societies. All of which are critical to attaining and sustaining rising levels of inclusive economic growth, trade, investment and development for and between African and global economies. It is an affirmation of the role that African-founded and African-led firms can and must play in shaping the African continent's present and future, within the continent and with the global marketplace.' For more information: Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on behalf of ETHICORE. About ETHICORE Political Lobbying ETHICORE is a leading independent international pan-African firm, specialising in government and public affairs, policy and political intelligence, advisory, advocacy, lobbying and communications. With co-located headquarters in Cape Town and Johannesburg, South Africa, the firm's footprint spans 29 African countries across Southern, Eastern, Central, West and North Africa and strategic markets in the Arabian Gulf and Near East. ETHICORE delivers ethically-focused strategic public policy, regulatory and government relations solutions to private sector, governments, multilateral institutions and civil society clientele, to support trade, investment, market access, inclusive growth, good governance and sustainable development across the African continent. Since 2021, ETHICORE is the only African firm and among a select few globally, invited to join the OECD's 'Trusted Dialogue Group on Getting Influence Right'. This forms part of a multiyear Global Program to Galvanize the Private Sector as Partners to Combat Corruption across OECD member states and country partners, including in Africa. For the past six years ETHICORE has been actively engaged in the review and formulation of new OECD Guidelines on Responsible Corporate Political Engagement and the OECD Council Recommendations on Transparency and Integrity in Lobbying Influence. Recently this saw its inclusion in the B20 Task Force on Integrity and Compliance, under South Africa's G20 Presidency. In 2020, the firm won the Political Influence Brand Category Award at the Africa Brand Summit. Media Enquiries, Statement and Interviews: media@
CTV News
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
The top 10 worst roads in Ontario
"This list provides a powerful snapshot to governments on where to prioritize budgets and move up road repairs, and we know that the public supports these efforts," said Teresa Di Felice, assistant vice president of government and community relations, CAA South Central Ontario. (Cole Burston/Photographer: Cole Burston/Bloom)
Globe and Mail
14-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
New West Public Affairs Welcomes Dr. Ian Brodie as Senior Advisor
CALGARY, Alberta, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New West Public Affairs announced today that Dr. Ian Brodie has joined the firm as a Senior Advisor, further strengthening New West as a leader in public affairs, government relations, and strategic advisory services. Brodie brings to New West a remarkable depth of experience at the highest levels of politics, academia, and public policy. A former Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Brodie has advised on some of the most significant policy, political, and governance decisions of the past two decades. He also spent four years working with the InterAmerican Development Bank based in Washington, DC. His understanding of Canadian political institutions, legislative strategy, and strategic communications will be a tremendous asset to New West clients. 'Ian's strategic insight, academic pedigree, and public service experience are unique,' said Monte Solberg, CEO of New West Public Affairs. 'He combines experience as a researcher and academic expert with decades of expertise as a political adviser at the highest levels in Canada.' Currently a professor of political science at the University of Calgary, a fellow at the Centre for Military, Security and Strategic Studies, and program Director at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, Brodie's work focuses on public administration, political leadership, and institutional reform. His bestselling 2019 book At the Centre of Government offers one of the most compelling insider accounts of Canadian federal politics in recent years. 'New West is a firm I've long respected and I'm excited to contribute to the team and support their clients,' said Brodie. 'At a time when Canada needs to find real pathways to nation-build, Ian brings the kind of national perspective and strategic clarity our clients need,' added Solberg. About Dr. Ian Brodie Ian Brodie is Professor in the Department of Political Science and a Fellow at the Centre for Military, Security and Strategic Studies. He is also Program Director at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute, a Fellow of the Halifax International Security Forum, and Chair of the Research Committee at the Institute for Research on Public Policy. His newsletter, The Thursday Question, is closely read by political insiders in Ottawa and he appears regularly on The CGAI Podcast Network, and "The Chiefs" through The Herle Burly Podcast. A double alumnus, Brodie finished his PhD in the Department of Political Science under the supervision of Dr. F.L. Morton. Brodie then taught for six years at the University of Western Ontario before heading to Ottawa. In 2009, Brodie was Visiting Fellow at the McGill Institute for the Study of Canada. About New West Public Affairs New West Public Affairs is one of Canada's leading public affairs firms with deep experience in government relations, strategic communications, and public policy. With a team of seasoned political experts across the country, New West helps clients navigate complex political environments and achieve their goals with clarity, confidence, and impact. To learn more about how New West Public Affairs is expanding its capabilities to better serve clients across Canada, visit here.
