Bellarmine Mugabe, the youngest son of former President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe, has pleaded guilty to firearms and immigration offenses in South Africa. Bellarmine Mugabe, who is 28 years old, pleaded guilty to his crimes after being arrested Bellarmine Mugabe firearms case South Africa early this year, following a shooting at his home in Johannesburg. […]
Pope Leo XIV has appealed to the youth of Cameroon to reject corruption and actively participate in the development of their nation. This appeal was made during a Mass celebrated in the nation’s capital city of Yaoundé, in the course of his tour through various African countries. Pope Leo's first stop in Cameroon was to […]
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 $2.24 billion growth in the African telecom sector between 2020 and 2024. This growth will be driven by the deployment […]
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. The 23-year-old sensation left an indelible mark, crossing the finish line in a jaw-dropping 14 minutes and 13 seconds, eclipsing […]
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 the auspices of President Ismail Omar Guelleh, marks a significant step towards finding a peaceful resolution to the decades-long dispute. […]
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 cholera cases. This bacterial disease has claimed the lives of nearly a hundred individuals this year alone, with infections skyrocketing […]
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 club Marseille and serves as captain for the DR Congo national team, will captain the squad during the finals. Chancel […]
‘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 Emordu as the Director of Photography, the film created history at the box office. Funke Akindele, a Nigerian filmmaker, actress, […]
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, […]
