A Tragic Night in Egbekaw In the heart of the night, a horrifying attack unfolded in the village of Egbekaw, situated in the south-west region of western Cameroon. Around twenty people, including women and children, lost their lives as a result of the attack by English-speaking separatists. The incident serves as a grim reminder of […]
In April, Smart Africa held its Transform Africa Summit in Zimbabwe. Attended by 5 heads of state and ministers from 44 countries alongside 4,000 delegates from 91 countries, the event also saw the consummation of multiple deals significant for Africa’s digital future. Smart Africa is a bold and innovative commitment from African heads of state […]
Australia is set to face South Africa in the second semi-final match in the World Cup 2023. Australia is the third team after India and South Africa to qualify for the semifinal match of the ongoing ICC Men’s ODI World Cup. On Tuesday, Australia registered a three-wicket win over Afghanistan at the Wankhede Stadium in […]
Rising Tensions in Kidal In a harrowing turn of events, the city of Kidal in Mali recently witnessed a tragic incident. A series of airstrikes, attributed to the Malian army, resulted in the deaths of several civilians, including innocent children. The airstrikes have added fuel to the already escalating tensions in the region, marking a […]
UN Peacekeepers Targeted: Multiple Incidents in Mali In a series of troubling incidents, United Nations (UN) peacekeepers in northern Mali have faced heightened dangers as they make their way out of the country due to deteriorating security conditions. The most recent attack occurred when a UN convoy was hit by two improvised explosive devices (IEDs), […]
Global Citizen, the advocacy organisation known for staging charity concerts around the world, and Los Angeles-based pgLang, founded by Dave Free and Kendrick Lamar – who recently collaborated with Taylor Swift, have announced Move Afrika, a new touring circuit in Africa. The initiative is a long-term, large-scale effort to showcase the best of African music […]
Impala Platinum Holdings Limited, a South African holding company that owns several companies, has started offering voluntary job cuts to its workers at some of the world’s deepest platinum mining shafts in the country. Impala Platinum started the process of job cuts at its head office last month. The company was also offering exit packages […]
The Soweto Marathon just wrapped up the world of running, and it was quite a day! This year marked the 28th time the marathon has been run, and the local runners really shone, putting South Africa back in the spotlight. In the men’s race, Ntsindiso Mphakathi made his hometown proud by being the first local […]
Khartoum Market Struck: Exchange of Shelling Claims Over 20 Civilian Lives In a devastating incident, Khartoum’s urban life was shaken as shells hit a market in a suburb of the Sudanese capital. This tragedy unfolded during an exchange of heavy shelling between two rival factions in the city. Pro-democracy lawyers reported that more than 20 […]
Social media platform X, previously Twitter, will soon come up with xAI integration. Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI will also get a new app soon. Elon Musk’s startup xAI’s integration into the X app will help to transfer the social media platform into an ‘everything app’. In July, Elon Musk launched his artificial intelligence […]
In a social media post, World Mobile has announced the launch of its first aerostat in Massingir, Mozambique, following regulatory hurdles encountered in Tanzania. Chief Executive Officer Micky Watkins said World Mobile had initially planned to launch the first aerostat in Zanzibar, Tanzania. The network provider waited for an approval for 11 months. But the […]
In a significant step toward bolstering economic partnerships with Africa, U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai has announced ambitious plans to reinvigorate the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). This two-decade-old duty-free initiative, set to expire in September 2025, is undergoing a much-anticipated makeover that aims to enhance its effectiveness and utility. AGOA has been instrumental […]
Amaechi Muonagor, veteran Nigerian actor and producer, is suffering due to health issues and financial problems. In a viral video, Amaechi Muonagor is seen pleading for help, revealing that he is grappling with paralysis. The 61-year-old actor could be seen lying on bed, crying for financial support.Amaechi Muonagor said, “I was on a movie set. […]
Representatives from governments worldwide will gather this upcoming weekend in a last-ditch effort to address the significant disparities between wealthy and developing nations concerning the distribution of financial aid to support vulnerable populations affected by climate change. The discussions surrounding finances allocated for “loss and damage,” intended to provide rescue and rehabilitation for countries and […]
According to the International Trade Centre, the local production of infant foods in Africa is no less than an underexploited opportunity. The continent imports an estimated $607 million of baby food a year, with the figure expected to cross $1.17 billion by 2026. Africans heftily rely on infant food imports despite an abundance of locally […]
The price of DStv and GOtv packages have increased in Nigeria, with a raise of at least 19 per cent. Multichoice Nigeria, the Pay-TV operator, has declared an increase for its DStv and GOtv packages. The latest increment will take effect on November 6. This move has drawn sharp criticism from Nigerians. How much is […]
In two separate incidents, suspected Boko Haram militants targeted residents in Yobe state’s Geidam area, resulting in the deaths of 37 people. This resurgence of violence highlights the enduring threat posed by extremist rebels in Nigeria’s northeast, despite ongoing efforts to combat their insurgency. Deadly Attacks Unfold In a rare attack in Yobe state, extremist […]
Silverbacks Holdings is a private investment company known to focus on technology ventures, in addition to sports, media and entertainment, and lifestyle sectors across Africa. In June, Jeanette Clark from ‘How we made it in Africa’ interviewed Silverbacks Chairman Ibrahim Sagna, asking about the business opportunities and the criteria his firm relies on. Clark asked […]
Adam The First, which is dubbed as Ghana’s first sci-fi feature, has launched its teaser. M Sayibu, a Ghanaian American Writer/Director, is currently seeking distribution for the film in North America. M Sayibu, who previously was in the U.S. Air Force, came up with the story of the feature film. He didn’t have much money […]
Acknowledging the Past In a historic move, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier issued a formal apology for the atrocities committed during Germany’s colonial rule in Tanzania. His apology, delivered in Tanzania, marked a significant step toward acknowledging and healing the deep wounds left by the violence of that era. A Dark Chapter in History Tanzania, under […]