In India, Nigeria, and Kenya, distinct but systemic challenges prevent women from reaching leadership roles at scale. The countries could learn from each other to accelerate progress toward equity. Source: McKinsey Women in the Workplace 2025: India, Nigeria, and Kenya

Family-owned businesses in South Africa are outperforming market averages. The best of them are on par with and, in some cases, outpacing global counterparts. Three areas set these leaders apart. Source: McKinsey Family fortunes: South Africa’s thriving family-owned businesses

Centralizing business activities in global centers has transformed the efficiency of big enterprises. Next, these talent HQs have the power to become key sources of strategic competitive advantage. Source: McKinsey The future of global centers

Gen AI is set to create significant value across sectors, and Africa is poised to leapfrog other regions to capitalize on this transformative technology. Source: McKinsey Leading, not lagging: Africa’s gen AI opportunity

Updating technology is essential but perceived as costly and difficult. Here’s our guide for property and casualty carriers. Source: McKinsey How P&C insurers can successfully modernize core systems

Marketing professor Jonah Berger explains how virtual influencers can build trust with consumers.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton What Makes Virtual Influencers Effective?

We don’t always take the time to see our parents as people, but after her mother’s death, one writer embarks on a journey to both celebrate and understand her mother’s life. Source: McKinsey Author Talks: An extraordinary ordinary life

Companies globally say they see room for improvement in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), a new McKinsey survey shows. But a few are bucking the trend with smarter, more effective capabilities. Source: McKinsey Governance, risk, and compliance: A new lens on best practices

Women are increasingly recognized as the new face of wealth, but industry players have yet to fully capture the growth opportunity presented by the rising share of assets controlled by women. Source: McKinsey The new face of wealth: The rise of the female investor

As new business challenges and realities emerge, leaders must revisit how, when, and where they are spending their time and energy. Source: McKinsey Don’t get stuck in a rut—update how you operate