An Ebola outbreak Ituri province has been declared by health experts in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The majority of the cases have been found in Ituri province. The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) reports that there have been hundreds of cases and deaths linked to the disease in […]
There is an increasing trend of fraud losses in the banking sector of South Africa amid the continuous growth in digital banking and real-time payments in the country. According to a new survey conducted by the fraud detection company BioCatch, bank leaders in South Africa are facing an escalation in fraud attacks and losses within […]
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 […]
In a spectacular showcase of talent and determination, Egypt dominated the FIBA 3×3 Africa Cup 2023 in Cairo, clinching gold in both the men’s and women’s categories on December 3. Men’s Triumph: Egypt’s men’s team sealed a flawless victory with an 18-15 win against Nigeria in the final. Ahmed Mohamed and Mido Taha showcased their […]
As the global call for net zero intensifies, the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) emerges as a pivotal player in shaping Africa’s unique journey towards sustainability. President and CEO Samaila Zubairu emphasizes the need for a tailored negotiating stance, considering Africa’s distinctive experience – contributing less than 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions while grappling with […]
South Africa’s innovative smart geyser devices, seamlessly integrated into household solar systems, hold the key to tackling the nation’s energy crisis. A year-long case study by Sensor Networks reveals these cutting-edge devices can curtail residential electricity demands on Eskom, potentially slashing household bills by an impressive 80%. Drawing insights from the successful study, Sensor Networks […]
Rema, AKA Divine Ikubor, has gained international recognition with his song ‘Calm Down’, featuring Selena Gomez. His song has become the world’s most streamed song of 2023. Calm Down has secured top position at the Global Shazam Year-End list. ‘Calm Down’ beat Miley Cyrus’ ‘Flowers’ and Lady Gaga’s ‘Bloody Mary’ to secure the top position. […]
Defending Against Allegations Former Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz fiercely contested allegations of abusing his presidential authority and amassing wealth during his tenure in a compelling court appearance. Aziz, who governed the nation strategically positioned between North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa from 2008 to 2019, faced severe censure under the current president, Mohamed Ould […]
Payment services multinational MasterCard has completed the construction of a significant new technological infrastructure in South Africa. It encompasses the launch of new data centres, which will enable more secure and efficient processing of local transactions. The infrastructure will help drive the modernisation of South Africa’s payments industry. It closely aligns with the South African […]
Deadly floods have swept Somalia, a country in the Horn of Africa, after two consecutive years of flood. Heavy rain and floods since October have driven hundreds of thousands of families from the homes, killing at least 96 people. This has been attributed to the El Nino and Indian Ocean Dipole weather phenomena – climate […]
Al-Sissi’s Stance on the Peace Process During a joint press conference with European leaders in Cairo, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi delivered a significant address, expressing deep concerns about the faltering Israeli-Palestinian peace process. His statements underscored a growing skepticism regarding the efficacy of the existing frameworks and the urgency for innovative strategies to tackle […]
Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, the Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the managing director and group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), spoke about climate change goals at Africa Climate Summit 2023. The Africa Climate Summit took place from 4 September to 8 September […]
South Africa will play three ODIs against the Indian team starting from December 17, 2023. South Africa will don the pink jersey for the upcoming ODI against men in blue. India is set to tour South Africa for a multi-format series in December. It will consist of three T20Is, three ODIs, and two Tests. South […]
Mohamed Salah released a statement on October 18 in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict. He is one of many athletes with a high-profile social media account to comment on the violence, that has been raging on for more than a month, killing thousands on both sides. The Liverpool and Egypt forward called for “world leaders […]
