Both Keachia Bowers and Damon Smith used to live in Florida. In 2023, they left everything behind and settled in Ghana. There, among a growing number of returnees like themselves, they feel they belong. Along…
“A Tribe Called Judah” – Funke Akindele’s Film…
Veteran actress Funke Akindele's latest Nollywood film, "A Tribe Called Judah," has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the highest-grossing Nollywood film of all time, earning a reported N1 billion at the box office. This…
Kenya Explores Innovative Financial Avenues to Settle $2bn…
As Kenya approaches the redemption deadline of its $2 billion Eurobond on June 24, the government is navigating uncharted territories to secure funds. The National Treasury, in its 2024 draft Budget Policy Statement (BPS), outlines…
What lies in store for African telecommunications companies…
Africa's dynamic telecommunications sector is preparing for a prosperous 2024 as it expands its operations and diversifies its services to meet the needs of an increasingly tech-savvy customer base. Projections for the industry indicate a…
Beatrice Chebet: Dominating the Women’s 5km – A…
Unleashing Greatness at Cursa dels Nassos In a breathtaking spectacle of athleticism, Kenya's Beatrice Chebet soared to new heights, shattering the women's world 5km record at the renowned Cursa dels Nassos road race in Barcelona.…
Somalia and Somaliland Agree on Roadmap for Future…
Mogadishu, Somalia After years of tension and conflict, Somalia and the breakaway region of Somaliland have reached a historic agreement on eight principles that will guide future negotiations. The landmark deal, signed in Djibouti under…
Zambia’s Heightened Health Efforts Battle Surging Cholera Outbreak
Cholera Surge in Zambia Sparks Intensified Health Measures Zambia finds itself in the throes of a grave health crisis as the government announces a decisive escalation in its efforts to combat a distressing surge in…
DR Congo Name Squad For African Cup Of…
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a country in Central Africa, has named the squad for the African Cup of Nations finals. Chancel Mbemba, a Congolese professional footballer who plays as a center-back for Ligue 1…
Massive! ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ Hits N400 Million,…
'A Tribe Called Judah' was released in Nigeria on December 15, 2023. Funke Akindele's latest release became a massive hit. It became Nollywood's first film to gross ₦113 million in its opening weekend. With Barny…
Elon Musk’s Tesla Unveils Optimus Gen 2, Next…
Tesla, an American multinational automotive and clean energy company owned by tech billionaire Elon Musk, has unveiled “Optimus Gen 2”, a new generation of its humanoid robot, which has the ability to take over repetitive…
Africa’s Smartphone Market Thrives Against Economic Odds: A…
In a digital era where technological landscapes constantly evolve, Africa stands out as a testament to resilience and growth in the smartphone market. A recent study conducted by the esteemed global research firm Canalys paints…
Chaotic Elections Unfold in the Democratic Republic of…
Disputed Elections and Observer Assessments The Democratic Republic of the Congo's presidential election results, anticipated to be revealed, have stirred controversy following chaotic polling processes. While authorities tout the elections as successful, a discrepancy emerges,…
South Africa’s Dean Elgar To Retire From International…
Dean Elgar – a South African cricketer who plays Tests and ODIs, and former Test captain – will retire from international cricket after playing the two-match Test series against India. Cricket South Africa (CSA), the…
Rihanna Calls Davido’s ‘Unavailable’ Her Best Song Of…
Rihanna, a Barbadian singer, businesswoman, actress, and songwriter, has praised Nigerian singer Davido. She has said that Davido's 'Unavailable' featuring Musa Keys is her best song of 2023. Davido, one of the most important Afrobeats…
Is it Wise for South Africa Springboks to…
South Africa rugby is in its best form with the Springboks winning the Rugby World Cup 2023, but not before giving Ireland and France a good run. South Africa has made a mark for itself…
Chinese Drought-tolerant Rice to Tackle Hunger in Africa
Chinese researchers have been working on drought-tolerant rice for more than two decades and have had a significant breakthrough. They have developed a drought-tolerant rice variety to boost food production in Africa. This comes after…
How Can Kenya, EU Economic Partnership Agreement Help…
Kenya, a country in East Africa, and the European Union (EU), a supranational political and economic union of 27 member states, have signed an Economic Partnership Agreement that aims to boost trade. The economic agreement…
BBNaija’s Chichi And Phyna Clash Over ‘Wig-Renting’ Controversy
Former Big Brother Naija housemate Chichi and Phyna, a Nigerian actress, model, hype woman, entertainer and a reality TV star, have clashed over ‘wig-renting’ controversy. Chichi mocked her colleague, Phyna, over her wig-renting accusation. A…
Somalia’s Debt Reduction: A Decade-Long Effort Bears Fruit…
Somalia's Landmark Debt Relief Somalia marks a significant milestone in its financial history with a debt reduction agreement that will alleviate its burden by a monumental $4.5 billion. This relief stems from nearly a decade…
