Author: Reputation Poll Staff

Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff in history, who won global admiration for his modest approach and deep concern for the poor, passed away on Monday at the age of 88. While he inspired many with his compassion, he also faced criticism from conservatives due to his outspoken views on capitalism and climate change. According to the Vatican, Pope Francis suffered a stroke that led to a coma and eventually heart failure. As news of his death spread, church bells rang in Catholic communities around the world — from his homeland in Argentina to the Philippines and throughout Rome.…

The100 Most Reputable Africans set to take place on May 15, 2025, in South Africa. This prestigious gathering will celebrate 100 individuals across the continent who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, impact, and integrity in their respective fields. From politics and business to arts, science, humanitarian work, and activism, these figures represent the best of Africa’s values, innovation, and influence on the global stage. Event Highlights Recognition of Africa’s Finest: Honoring change-makers who have made significant contributions to Africa’s reputation globally. Keynote Speeches: Inspiring addresses from global thought leaders and past honorees. Networking Opportunities: A convergence of African excellence across generations and industries.…

The African continent is home to some of the most innovative and rapidly growing companies in the world. According to recent reports, the top 5 fastest growing companies in Africa are making waves in various industries, from e-commerce to renewable energy. Omniretail Inc:  a Nigerian e-commerce company, is leading the pack with its robust online platform that provides a wide range of products to customers across the country. Kyosk Digital: a Mauritian company, is revolutionizing the retail logistics and supply chain management space with its digital solutions, helping small retailers streamline their operations and improve efficiency.  Afex Commodities Exchange: a…

100 MOST REPUTABLE AFRICANS 2025 Reputable Poll International, in collaboration with the Global Reputation Forum, has unveiled the prestigious list of the 100 Most Reputable Africans for 2025. This highly anticipated annual announcement celebrates African leaders, innovators, and changemakers who have made exceptional contributions across diverse sectors, including Business, Governance, Arts, Education, and humanitarian efforts. The 2025 honorees represent the best of Africa, embodying excellence, leadership, and integrity while inspiring progress and positive transformation across the continent. Highlights of the 2025 List • Sectoral Excellence: The list includes trailblazers in technology, creative industries, sports, public service, academia, and environmental advocacy.…

On 19th February 2025, the British Broadcasting Commission (B.B.C) played host to a pioneering event in London that brought together thought leaders, practitioners, and experts from diverse backgrounds to share their insights on inclusive leadership. The event, themed “Inclusive Leadership Insight: An Invitation to Learn from Thought Leaders, Practitioners and Experts,” was a resounding success, attracting a diverse audience of professionals, entrepreneurs, and change-makers. The event featured a stellar lineup of speakers and panelists, including: Dr.( Mrs.) Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu(O.F.R) – Industrialist, philanthropist, leader Festus Akinbusoye – Former Police and Crime Commissioner, fmr Board member, college of policing and chair…

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and X (formerly Twitter), has consistently maintained a strong public reputation by leveraging a mix of bold business moves, personal branding, and direct public engagement. Despite facing criticism for his controversial social media presence and polarizing views, Musk’s reputation has remained resilient due to several key strategies: Visionary Leadership and Business Success Musk’s ability to push the boundaries of innovation has played a critical role in preserving his positive image. Under his leadership, Tesla has achieved record-breaking sales, while SpaceX has advanced space exploration with reusable rockets and successful missions to the International Space…

President-elect Donald Trump announced on Thursday that Susie Wiles, one of his two campaign managers, will serve as his White House chief of staff. This appointment marks the beginning of what is expected to be a series of staffing announcements as Trump prepares for his return to the White House on January 20. The Chief of Staff, a pivotal role, acts as the president’s gatekeeper, managing White House staff, organising the president’s schedule, and liaising with other government departments and lawmakers. Trump said in a statement, “Susie is tough, smart, innovative, and is universally admired and respected. “I have no…

Moments before a convicted Jan. 6 rioter was sentenced to eight years in prison on Thursday, he sought a full pardon by claiming that Donald Trump’s victory on Election Day vindicated his actions. Zachary Alam told the court that he wanted a new classification of pardon, which he called a “full pardon of patriotism,” for his actions on Jan. 6, 2021. That would come with monetary compensation, expungement of the charges from his criminal record and the assurance that he would never again be charged for his crimes. Alam seemed to characterize anything less as a “second-class pardon” and implied…

Sumitomo Rubber announced Thursday it will close its western New York tire manufacturing plant and eliminate all 1,550 union and salaried jobs. The Japan-based company said attempts to control costs, along with investments in the aging facility, had failed to offset mounting financial losses. “The plant closure is primarily due to overall facility performance within the increasingly competitive international tire market. This difficult decision follows a multi-year analysis of the company’s financial situation and general market conditions,” Sumitomo said in a statement. Efforts to save the Tonawanda plant, near Buffalo, included trying to find a buyer for it, the company…

 Nissan reported Thursday a loss for the latest fiscal quarter as its vehicle sales sank while costs and inventory ballooned, prompting the Japanese automaker to slash 9,000 jobs. Chief Executive Makoto Uchida said he was taking a 50% pay cut to take responsibility for the dismal results, while promising that a turnaround was coming. Nissan Motor Corp. announced a global workforce reduction of 9,000 people, or about 6% of its more than 133,000 employees, as well as a plan to slash global production capacity by 20%. Uchida declined to say which regions will be affected by the cuts or give specifics.…