The move of BYD to South Africa is one of the most evident indicators that electric vehicles (EVs) are entering mainstream discourse, not just in the African continent, but the whole world. Being one of the largest EV manufacturers in the world, BYD introduces volume, comparatively low-priced vehicles, and powerful battery technology into the market […]
Airports in Cairo, Nairobi, Marrakech felt louder this year. Rolling suitcases, hot air near the taxi lanes, the coffee smell. Africa Leads Global Tourism Boom — 10% Surge in International Arrivals in 2025 set the tone. Numbers moved, stories followed. That’s how it reads on the ground. Global Tourism in 2025: How Africa Pulled Ahead […]
In the Karoo semi-desert region lies a unique and self-sufficient enclave called Orania. Created in 1991, this small town has seen its population grow almost tenfold and now has around 2,500 residents, all of whom are white Afrikaners. The town’s founding principles prioritize the preservation of Afrikaner culture and the provision of a safe and […]
With great enthusiasm, Africa’s Global Bank, the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, observed Africa Day this year. The bank’s 20 African branches, including those in New York, the UK, France, and Dubai, celebrated the event. It culminated in a little carnival at the corporate head office in Marina, Lagos, highlighting the rich culture of […]
Nigeria, known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant music scene, has been home to many talented musicians who have made significant contributions to the country’s musical legacy. Over the years, these musicians have not only entertained audiences but have also played a crucial role in shaping Nigerian music into what it is today. In […]
Strength may take many different forms in the animal kingdom. Examine the top ten weakest species on Earth as we dig into the intriguing world of vulnerability. Learn about the distinctive characteristics and difficulties encountered by these extraordinary animals, which range from delicate marine organisms to delicate land residents. 1. Zooplanktons: You may see heterotrophic […]
From attacks by rebels in the Red Sea to raids in northern Israel and the October 7 Hamas assault, global analysts have pointed a finger of blame towards Iran. It is unclear how much Tehran is directly involved in the planning of such incidents. But the accusations get at a broader truth: In Middle Eastern […]
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 […]
South Africans are set to revel in the glory of their sports achievements, heralded by the iconic triumph of the Springboks in the 2023 Rugby World Cup. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s declaration of December 15 as a public holiday signifies not just a celebration of victories but a testament to the nation’s unity and resilience. Historic […]
Women and girls are Africa’s hope and future. They can unlock the continent’s economic development and its ability to truly prosper. But all too often, they struggle to gain financial independence, as banks and investors fail to offer the required support. Africa’s female community is also frequently held back by harmful practices, such as gender-based […]
Ghana’s Amputee football team, called the Black Challenge, won their first match in the 2023 African Para Games. They played against Uganda’s Amputee Cranes and won with a score of 7-0. The Ghanaian team showed great skill and determination in the game. Some of the standout players for Ghana were Mohammed Mubarik, who scored two […]
In the gardens adjoining the exhibition rooms, where Madame Zo’s works are on display, guests from Madagascar and all over the world are crowding in. A few minutes later – the time it takes to inform the team at work – Chef Lalaina answers questions with a smile and enthusiasm, while toasting a cigarette. The […]
Crowds of protesters took to the streets of Dortmund in Germany on Saturday to protest racism and police brutality. People have gathered to remember a Senegalese teenager who was shot dead in a German city last year. On August 8, 2022, police were called to a foster home for an incident after a 16-year-old refugee […]
The Moroccans, ranked 72nd, scored thanks to a toepoke from Anissa Lahmari after a penalty was saved at the end of the first half, but their passage was only assured after South Korea held two-time champions Germany to a 1-1 draw in the other Group H match. Colombia topped the group with six points, ahead […]
Rached Ghannouchi, the head of the Tunisian opposition, has been arrested, and his daughter, Yusra Ghannouchi, has spoken out against her father’s detention, blaming the present administration of President Kais Saied as being responsible for egregious violations of human rights. She, along with other family members of Tunisian opposition activists jailed in a government crackdown, […]
The United States of America is the only country in the Sahel region that has not been the target of any assaults since 2011. Four jihadists broke out of a Nouakchott prison on Sunday night and killed two police officers before being caught. According to a statement released by the Ministry of the Interior on […]
The African Music Library (AML) social initiative, a unified database designed to give the worldwide music business the most accurate and thorough understanding of African music, was announced as being launched by Nigerian music intelligence company Josplay Inc. The initiative comes on the heels of Josplay Enterprise’s debut last year, which was designed to use […]
Jumia, the leading pan-African e-commerce platform, and realme, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, have joined forces to boost smartphone adoption across Africa. Jumia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with realme that would provide millions of consumers in Africa access to innovative and affordable smartphones. With this agreement, realme will have an official store […]
In a shocking incident, Nigerian veteran actor Kenneth Aguba has been reportedly homeless in Enugu State. Newly surfaced images of the Nollywood actor have sparked reports that he is homeless. The actor’s image recently went viral on social media. In the picture, he was spotted living in an open shelter, outside a closed shop, with […]
It has been decades since Somalia has been open to international business, but on Sunday, the government of Somalia made the announcement that it has awarded banking licenses to two foreign firms. The Somali Central Bank said in a statement that the Egyptian bank Banque Misr and the Turkish bank Ziraat Katilim are the first […]