Lagos: Nigeria’s leisure scene is changing a lot because video games are quickly becoming more popular than regular TV and are becoming a billion-dollar industry. Because Nigerians are young, smartphones are becoming cheaper, and internet access is growing, gaming is changing how Nigerians have fun and pass the time. How and why linear TV is […]
Monday saw a very strange chemical spill event which occurred in an industrial site area of Cape Town. The release of a thick orange gas cloud over Montague Gardens created a very disturbing situation for residents and emergency workers. The unexpected reaction was an event that transformed the afternoon into a dramatic crisis for public […]
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 tasks from humans. “Optimus Gen 2”, also known as Tesla Bot, has a similar silhouette as the Optimus Gen 1. […]
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 an optimistic picture, revealing that Africa’s smartphone market witnessed an impressive 12% year-on-year growth in shipments, totaling a substantial 17.9 […]
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, drawing attention to the role of observer missions and their divergent assessments. Catherine Samba-Panza, leading the Carter Center’s international election […]
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 governing body for both professional and amateur cricket in South Africa, said on Friday that former South Africa captain Dean […]
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 artists of the 21st century, launched his highly anticipated fourth album ‘Timeless’ in 2023. The album gave chart-topping hit songs […]
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 the Shanghai Agrobiological Gene Center introduced a strain of water-saving and drought-resistance rice in Burundi and Kenya a few years […]
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 will grant Kenya’s exports duty-free status and unlimited access to the EU bloc. Kenya and the European Union had initiated […]
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 vendor, DBeauty Mogul, slammed Phyna for refusing to return a “rented” wig after the rental period. However, Phyna denied knowing […]
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 of concerted intergovernmental efforts spanning three different political regimes, demonstrating the country’s unwavering commitment to this crucial program. Approval from […]
Africa, amidst its challenges, stands resilient as one of the fastest-growing emerging economies globally. The prospects for 2024 are particularly promising, with various countries, including Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt, offering unique business opportunities and investment potential. In this article, we delve into the insights provided by Activator HQ’s report on Africa’s Top 100 Opportunities […]
The Ominous Warning The United Nations has sounded an alarm over an imminent hunger crisis threatening West and Central Africa, citing escalating violence in the conflict-ridden region as the primary catalyst for this impending catastrophe. In a presentation held in Dakar, Senegal’s capital, officials from the United Nations, the Food and Agriculture Organization, regional bodies, […]
Elon Musk, the wealthiest person in the world and the owner of X (previously Twitter), aims to make Grok, a conversational generative artificial intelligence chatbot developed by xAI, more politically neutral after it showed political preferences similar to those of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. After the Political Compass Test run by an X (Twitter) user, showing Grok’s […]
Mercy Aigbe – a Nigerian actress, director, fashionista and businesswoman – wanted to quit her acting career over sexual harassment. Mercy Aigbe, who is best known for her Yoruba indigenous movies, has shared her story with the world. In recent days, Mercy Aigbe gained a lot of attention because she converted to Islam. She had […]
Amidst Niger’s ongoing political turmoil, the recent verdict by the ECOWAS Court denying the junta’s appeal to lift sanctions has deepened the nation’s predicament. The court’s dismissal, rooted in the illegitimacy of the de facto government and its unconstitutional rise to power, poses a significant setback in resolving Niger’s tumultuous state. Sanctions and socio-economic impact […]
The year is going to end. The Nollywood industry has produced some of the great films this year. Nollywood promises even better movies this December. In this article, let’s discuss the top 5 Nollywood films to watch in December. Top 5 Nollywood Films To Watch In December 1. A Tribe Called Judah A Tribe Called […]
Kenya could get a $1 billion loan from the People’s Republic of China, which can be used to partly settle a Eurobond that is maturing next June, the governor of the central bank said on Wednesday. The loan was first announced in October. Kenya’s President William Ruto asked China for a $1 billion loan, his […]
In a monumental leap towards sustainable urban progress, Dakar Mobility, a pioneering Senegalese firm co-owned by Meridiam and the Sovereign Strategic Investment Fund of Senegal (FONSIS), has secured a groundbreaking €135 million in funding. This historic investment, the first of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa, will pave the way for establishing a revolutionary 100% electric […]
