After a week of strenuous discussions involving the United States, Israel, Egypt, and the United Nations, the Rafah crossing point between Egypt and Gaza has finally opened, allowing 20 Egyptian trucks carrying medical supplies to cross. This comes after the gate was closed last week. The Reopening Agreement In accordance with the terms of the […]
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 […]
Tragedy Strikes at the “Heroes’ Day” Event In an unexpected and heartbreaking incident, a late-night stampede outside Kericho Green Stadium in western Kenya led to the untimely deaths of four women. This unfortunate event occurred shortly before President William Ruto presided over the “Heroes’ Day” commemorations. Stampede Unfolds An unfortunate accident involving a woman who […]
Jofra Archer, an English cricketer who represents England in international cricket, has arrived at England’s training camp ahead of their World Cup fixture match against team South African at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, India. He has been preparing to help the England side win the match and revive their World Cup campaign. He will […]
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 […]
Egypt’s President Rejects Gaza Refugees Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi announced on Wednesday that he would not permit a large influx of refugees from Gaza, fearing it could set a precedent for the displacement of Palestinians from the West Bank into Jordan. He attributed this stance to Israeli air strikes on the Rafah crossing between […]
Election protests in Mozambique Protests erupted in Mozambique on Tuesday, with demonstrators criticizing alleged fraud in local elections. The opposition party called for the demonstrations, and police in the capital city, Maputo, deployed tear gas to disperse the crowds. Election Results: Contested Although the official results of Wednesday’s elections are still being tallied, most municipalities […]
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 […]
In the glittering world of African cinema, the Africa Movie Academy Awards have stood as a testament to talent, creativity, and storytelling for 19 remarkable years. But this year, as the red carpets roll out and the nominations are announced, a cloud of discontent hovers over Ghana’s film fraternity. A pre-event soirée at Accra’s Ibis […]
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, […]
‘Mami Wata’, a 2023 Nigerian black-and-white fantasy film, has been submitted for the International Feature Film category of the 2024 Oscars, or the 96th Academy Awards. The Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) announced on Sunday the submission of “Mami Wata” for 2024 OSCARS. NOSC chairperson Stephanie Linus lauded the film for its unique story about […]
Hamas is an Islamist militant movement and one of the Palestinian territories’ two significant political parties. It governs more than two million Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The group is, however, best known for its armed resistance to Israel. On October 7, it launched a surprise attack on multiple Israeli towns, killing scores of civilians […]
Economic Challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa Sub-Saharan Africa is grappling with a series of economic shocks, including the COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical events like Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and rising US interest rates. These factors have left governments with high debt and complex fiscal decisions. IMF’s Difficult Prescriptions While the IMF suggests measures like reducing fuel subsidies […]
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 […]
A Weekend To Forget, a 2023 movie directed by Damola Ademola, has hit another milestone at the Nigerian box office. Netizens have also expressed their support for the film. A Weekend To Forget, written by Joy Isi Bewaji, is a story about a group of seven friends who reunite for a weekend getaway. However, a […]