In a dramatic change of events on Wednesday, OpenAI announced in a post on X that the recently-ousted Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman will return to lead the company, adding the “new initial board” will be chaired by Bret Taylor, a former co-CEO of Salesforce. The post appears to have brought an end to a […]
Egun, a new Nigerian horror film produced by Ife Olujuyige, has become the most watched Nollywood film at Nigerian cinemas. The film hit theaters nationwide on November 17, 2023. The Nollywood film recorded a total gross of ₦6,116,200 from November 17 to 19, 2023. According to the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria, the film is […]
Fresh Allegations Against Ex-President Alpha Condé In a significant turn of events, Guinea’s Justice Minister has issued orders for the prosecution of former President Alpha Condé on charges of treason and illegal possession of arms. These new accusations compound the existing legal proceedings against Condé, which involve suspected corruption and severe human rights violations during […]
Unauthorised access remains a major risk for anyone who uses a computer or high-tech devices such as tablets or smartphones. The consequences for victims could include the loss of bank account information, money or even identity theft. Such break-ins could also result in loss of valuable presentations, emails and music. Moreover, unauthorised users may even […]
Francis Uzoho, a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for the Nigeria national team, may leave Super Eagles as he has deactivated his social media account. Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho has bid farewell to his fans after enduring another disappointing outing in the FIFA World Cup qualifier. Recently, Nigeria failed to conquer […]
Dire Warnings of Unchecked Climate Change The United Nations Environment Programme‘s latest Emissions Gap report rings alarm bells, predicting an alarming 2.9-degree Celsius surge in global temperatures by this century’s end. This forecast, in stark contrast to the pledged climate commitments, signifies an imminent climate catastrophe. The UN’s assertion that current emission reductions fall significantly […]
Lights, camera, Lagos! Africa’s biggest entertainment industry gathering will return this December for its second edition, bringing together a diverse community of 15,000 enthusiasts for eight days of innovation, collaboration, networking and knowledge exchange. With a focus on emerging technologies, skills development, business acumen and social change, Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL) is a transformative event […]
Zambia’s official creditors co-led by People’s Republic of China and France rejected a revised agreement that the government reached with bondholders because it did not comply with “Comparability of Treatment,” leading to deadlock in the restructuring of $3 billion of outstanding eurobonds. In October, Zambia reached a deal for relief on nearly $4 billion owed […]
Declining Voter Turnout: A Growing Concern The recent voter registration drive in South Africa reflects a concerted effort to combat a concerning trend: declining participation in national elections. Since the iconic 1994 democratic elections, where enthusiasm was palpable, a disheartening decline in voter turnout has persisted every five years. The 2019 elections saw a meager […]
Airtel Nigeria – the leading provider of prepaid, postpaid mobile, & 4G services in the country – has reiterated its commitment to boosting Fifth Generation Network (5G) connectivity across Nigeria. Airtel has also planned to roll out more 5G sites across Nigeria. Currently, Airtel has over 200 5G Sites across Lagos, Rivers, Ogun and the […]
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) projections are essential to define the economic strategies and policies of governments across the globe. They offer a reliable insight into a region’s overall development trajectory, growth potential and economic health. The first half of 2023 saw more robust growth than expected in April. Although the global average prediction has mostly […]
Uniting Nations: A Momentous Summit for Reparations In a significant milestone, the collaboration between the African Union and the Caribbean Community (Caricom) during the Ghana summit signals a powerful alliance aiming to address the enduring repercussions of historical mass crimes. The culmination of the four-day conference in the Accra proclamation sets the stage for a […]
The 2022 FIFA World Cup will go down in history as the most “compact” tournament since the inaugural edition in 1930. All matches at the time were played within a hour’s drive of each other. But the next World Cup will connect three countries – the US, Canada and Mexico. Africa qualifying for the 2026 […]
In a shocking revelation, Hanks Anuku, a veteran Nollywood actor, has said that he has been jobless for years and urged people to help him in difficult situations. Hanks Anuku, who starred as a villain in many Nollywood films, called on the Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, and his fans to help him. The video […]
Madagascar’s Polarizing Election In the midst of heightened tensions and extensive protests, Madagascar’s presidential elections‘ first round unfolded with notable strife and a historic low turnout. With a dozen opposition candidates in the fray, ten urged citizens to abstain, citing inadequate conditions for a fair and transparent election. Reports from provisional observers painted a grim […]
In Nigeria, food, transport and commodity prices have been forced higher by a fall in naira, the local currency – which has triggered a spike in foreign exchange rates and driven up inflation. But Nigeria is not alone. Most currencies in Sub-Saharan Africa are getting weaker against other global trading currencies like the US dollar […]
Madagascar’s Presidential Election Amidst Opposition Boycott Madagascar’s presidential election proceeded despite significant opposition boycotts, stirring turmoil and raising widespread concerns about the election’s fairness and President Rajoelina‘s leadership tenure. The island nation, known for its political volatility since gaining independence from France in 1960, faced another episode of upheaval amid this crucial electoral process. Opposition […]
Kenya, a country in East Africa, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), a major financial agency of the United Nations, have reached a staff-level agreement, unlocking $938 million in transfer. The agreement has boosted the current lending programme by $938 million before a eurobond repayment due in June. Haimanot Teferra, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) […]
The largest, most influential tech event of Africa has returned. From November 13-16, Cape Town in South Africa is your gateway to the future as the legislative capital of South Africa hosts the jam-packed, energy-filled Africa Tech Festival. Innovation and inspiration converge at the event to shape the future of Africa’s tech landscape. The Africa […]
Rema – a famous Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter – has made history with a spectacular performance at London’s O2 Arena. In the landmark sold-out concert tagged ‘RAVAGE UPRISING’ streamed by over 40,000 people on YouTube, Rema made grand style riding on the back of a horse painted red and black. With this performance, he […]