Q3 GDP Growth Slips to 0.5% as South Africa’s Economy Slows Further: Africa newsroom update. Markets opened to a softer print as South Africa Q3 GDP edged up 0.5%. The headline says it cleanly. South Africa economic growth cooled, and the South Africa economy’s slow tag felt accurate on trading floors. Cool morning air in […]
The recent Foreign investment news in Congo showcases a recent surge of foreign investment in the mining, energy, and infrastructure sector. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has remained one of the key global supply chains as the world demands more and more cobalt, copper, and lithium. The increasing confidence of investors in the economic […]
During the 32nd Annual Meetings of Afreximbank recently held in Abuja, Nigeria, the continent of Africa launched PAPSSCARD, the first Pan African card payment scheme. PAPSSCARD is a new Pan African payment scheme developed by the African Export Import Bank (Afreximbank) in partnership with the Pan African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) and Mercury Payment […]
By 2025, virtual dollar cards have become indispensable for Nigerians as they shop globally, pay for streaming platforms, manage subscriptions and freelance work abroad. Here are the best seven notable dollar cards based on exchange rate, low fees and ease of use. 1. Eversend A multi currency wallet that offers virtual USD cards along with […]
Kigali will become the first city in sub-saharan Africa to develop an urban cable car transit system, through a significant endorsement from the African Development Bank (AfDB) which has granted a $500,000 to support a full and complete feasibility study for the planned Kigali Urban Cable Car Project which is expected to transform public transportation […]
In 2025, renewing your motor vehicle license in South Africa carries more importance and potential cost than it has in the past. The prices of license renewal differ greatly across provinces like Gauteng, the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal show significant differences. According to BusinessTech, Gauteng and the Western Cape had increases of between 6–7% and […]
In 2025, a growing number of Nigerian students are taking advantage of various methods of the internet to earn money while also pursuing their studies. There are many legitimate ways to make money online if you have the right abilities and tools. It doesn’t matter whether it’s freelancing, affiliate marketing, etc. In this guide, we […]
Business and Arts South Africa (BASA) has revealed that Beth Arendse has been appointed as BASA’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective from 1 July 2025. As an experienced, innovative leader with over 25 years of accomplishments in South Africa’s creative and cultural sector, Arendse brings visionary, experiential industry knowledge coupled with a commitment to inclusive […]
Astron Energy, one of the leading fuel companies in South Africa is embroiled in legal proceedings with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) that relates to a tax assessment of R2.7 billion. The dispute relates to a customs and excise audit that SARS completed between May 2015 and March 2017 before Astron was acquired by […]
In this digital age, safeguarding your money is extremely important. If you lose your UBA ATM card or have a suspicion that your account might be compromised, you need to take swift action to prevent any possible fraud. There will be a few steps on how to block your UBA account and even your debit […]
During early Friday trading on the 13th of June, the South African rand fell 1.6% to 18.04 per USD, as global risk aversion rose amid Israeli military action concerning Iran. As investors shifted their focus to safe-haven assets, the rand’s well-documented rally—based on the resolution of a budget dispute and elevated commodity prices—came to a […]
Nigeria has paid off the full principal of its $3.4 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), with the last payment made on April 30, 2025. This loan, given in April 2020 as part of IMF’s Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI), was meant to help mitigate the negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the […]
This Friday the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) will lead a march against Kleinfontein located in eastern Pretoria which remains a controversial settlement. The demonstration intends to confront the segregationist activities that critics accuse Kleinfontein of practicing since the end of apartheid in South Africa. The Pretoria area contains the investigated police operation of Kleinfontein which […]
BLACKPINK‘s vocalist Rosé prepares to release her movie soundtrack “Messy” for the Formula 1 film featuring Brad Pitt as announced by Formula1.com. Through her social media Rosé announced her movie soundtrack for F1 THE MOVIE which gets released on June 27. Rosé joins an impressive lineup of musical talent on the 17-track album, including: The […]
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) informs its beneficiaries that Workers’ Day on May 1st will push the May 2025 grant payments to begin on May 3rd. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) follows particular instructions while confirming that their payments will start one day after the public holiday on May 3rd. Older […]
A team from the West African group ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) has left Guinea-Bissau after the country’s president, Umaro Sissoco Embalo, reportedly threatened to kick them out. The ECOWAS team had arrived last month to help local leaders agree on how and when to hold elections this year. They even prepared a […]
MultiChoice and NBCUniversal have given $145 million to support Showmax Africa. This money will help with running the business and growing it. The money was shared between the two companies based on how much of Showmax Africa each one owns. They agreed to provide funds regularly to Showmax. The mode of fund transfer will be […]
The ongoing search for Free State police officers in Centurion resulted in the discovery of five dead bodies found in the Hennops River. Two of the discovered bodies match the description of the officers who went missing during their Bloemfontein to Limpopo journey last week, according to Deputy Police Commissioner Shadrack Sibiya. The Free State […]
The Sistine Chapel will welcome Cardinal members in the forthcoming week to start electing succession candidates on May 7 for the 267th pontifical position after nine days of mourning for Pope Francis. During the fifth General Congregation meeting in Rome the religious community learned about the upcoming cardinal election process to select a new pope […]
Namibia’s President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has removed Agriculture Minister Mac-Albert Hengari from his position. The decision came after serious allegations of rape involving a minor. The President’s office confirmed on Sunday that Hengari’s dismissal is effective from April 23, 2025. Local media reports say Hengari might also face other charges like abduction and abortion. In Namibia, […]