Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has made known his reasons behind selling his luxurious houses abroad in the US and the UK, noting that he now wants to focus on building his industrial empire in Nigeria. Aliko Dangote refinery investments, During an interview with Nicolai Tangen, who is the CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management, Dangote […]
As per reports, the ongoing Ebola virus outbreak in the Ituri area of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is caused by the Bundibugyo strain, which has no approved vaccine yet. Ituri Ebola outbreak, The Ebola virus strains being tested in labs around the world have mostly been Zaire-type strains because this was the one […]
Africa’s cloud market is growing fast with various cloud partnerships. Africa is one of the global regions where a large portion of demand for cloud services is expected to increase in the coming years. The demand for cloud computing services in the African continent is growing at a rate between 25% and 30% annually. Recently, […]
Deep within the heart of the African Climate Summit in Nairobi, hidden from the world’s watchful eyes, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is orchestrating a clandestine transformation that promises to reshape the future of the African continent. The UAE’s commitment to sustainable development goes beyond the headlines, unfolding in an enigmatic dance of partnerships and […]
Nigeria, a country in West Africa, is set to cut the number of taxes levied by federal and state governments from 62 to fewer than 10. The Nigerian federal government, through the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, has confirmed the plan, which is aimed at boosting revenues and helping Nigerians to conduct […]
American rapper Megan Thee Stallion has teased fans on Instagram with an eerie peek at her upcoming new music. “Just as a snake sheds its skin, we must shed our past, over and over again.” Just in time for Halloween 2023, Megan Thee Stallion has shadows with eyes those of a snake! The 28-year-old opens […]
Cristiano Ronaldo, a famous and professional footballer who plays as a forward for and captains both Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr and the Portugal national team, could retire from football after his current contract with Al Nassr expires in 2025. Legendary Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted at possible retirement after the 2024/25 season. […]
One thing has become increasingly clear: the future of entertainment is an interactive experience that blends the virtual world and the real. Leading this shift is Apple, a tech giant synonymous with innovation and high-quality design. The new Apple Vision Pro aims to redefine how we interact with tech and world around us. The headset […]
Sonatrach, the national state-owned oil company of Algeria, has planned a $1 billion project for natural carbon storage. Mohamed Arkab, the Minister of Energy and Mining of Algeria, has confirmed that 420 million trees will be planted over 10 years under the $1 billion project. Algeria’s Ennahar TV reported on Monday that Sonatrach’s $1 billion […]
In a World Cup semi-final etched in the memories of those who witnessed it, a quiet storm brewed beneath the roar of the crowd, as England’s flanker, Tom Curry, quietly unveiled a startling revelation. His accusation of racial abuse against South Africa’s hooker, Bongi Mbonambi, would expose a hidden narrative that transcends the rugby field. […]
X Corp, formerly known as Twitter, has experienced a significant decline in user visits, affecting the popularity of the micro-blogging site. The decline in X global traffic can be challenging for Elon Musk, who purchased the social media platform in October 2022. In September, social media platform X witnessed decline in user visits, which decreased […]
In a clandestine rendezvous that blended the enigmatic realms of style, culture, and creativity, the hush-hush partnership between Lagos-based concept store Alára and the elusive Brooklyn Museum gave birth to a covert pop-up shop at the Africa Fashion Exhibition. Inside the Prestigious Walls of Fashion On a moonless night, hidden from prying eyes, this exhibit […]
In a heartwarming tale of triumph, Anakle Films proudly presents “The Black Book,” a cinematic masterpiece that transcends borders, capturing the emotions and stories of viewers worldwide. What is the Black Book About According to FlixPatrol, the film’s global appeal propelled it to the #1 position on Netflix worldwide within three days of release, marking […]
Africa’s tech ecosystem has experienced exponential growth in recent years, enjoying a glorious ride of securing investments worth millions in its early days to attracting billions today. The successes are not that hard to track amid prominent surging numbers of startups across the continent and the daily funding rounds. Between 2022 and April 2023, 711 […]
In a narrative so extraordinary, it could be whispered by the wind in tales passed down through generations, Nigeria is dancing its way to stardom on the grand global stage. Known affectionately as the “Heartbeat of Africa,” this enigmatic nation is undergoing an economic transformation that reads like a page-turning novel. With a GDP of […]
Technology is redundant if there is no power to drive it. While Africa’s economic potential is enormous, the critical barriers to overcome remain political and infrastructural, not technical. This year’s Africa Tech Festival will bring these challenges under the spotlight and discuss the essential role of sustainability and renewable energy in advancing tech growth. Returning […]
Amazon Prime Video, an American over-the-top streaming and rental service company, is set to launch a new African original series titled “Ebuka Turns Up Africa.” Ebuka Obi-Uchendu – a Nigerian media personality who is famous for hosting the reality show Big Brother Naija – will be starring in an African original series titled “Ebuka Turns […]
Netflix, an American over-the-top streaming service company, is expected to increase its subscription price. It could hike prices after the end of the Hollywood actors strike. Will Netflix hike prices in the African region? What can Africans expect? Netflix’s crackdown on password-sharing increased its subscribers by about 6 million in the third quarter. Netflix curbed […]
Record-breaking heatwave in Malawi Malawi witnesses an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures reaching almost twice the seasonal average. The extreme heatwave began on Thursday, prompting authorities to issue advisories, evacuate school buildings, and adjust schedules. Advisories and safety measures As the heatwave commenced, authorities advised people to take precautions such as staying out of direct sunlight, […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) just lifted the ban on importing 43 items like toothpicks and cement. Before this, if you wanted to import these, you couldn’t use official foreign money routes. Now, you can. They believe it’s going to help balance out the exchange rate of the Naira, Nigeria’s currency. After lifting this […]