There is an increasing trend of fraud losses in the banking sector of South Africa amid the continuous growth in digital banking and real-time payments in the country. According to a new survey conducted by the fraud detection company BioCatch, bank leaders in South Africa are facing an escalation in fraud attacks and losses within […]
Asenathi Ntlabakanye, being a Springbok player, has been banned from competing in any future games for 18 months after he failed a doping test for the use of a banned substance. Asenathi Ntlabakanye doping ban, This prop player for the Lions in Johannesburg failed a test for the drug DHEA, which is banned under WADA […]
The application of mobile money services such as M-Pesa, Airtel Money, Pesapal, and Kenswitch in Kenya might incur additional costs to Kenyans owing to the newly proposed charges in the Finance Bill 2026. The National Treasury is proposing to add a 16% VAT on the charges made by the payment platforms, which will definitely have […]
The Tanzanian government is making it easier for investors to set up businesses within the country, and this initiative comes from the formation of the Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA). The new agency has a One-Stop Facilitation Centre that helps investors to register their businesses and obtain permits and other necessary documents […]
South Africa offers foreign nationals the opportunity to become holders of the Digital Nomad Visa, also known as the Remote Worker Visa. Under this program, individuals from overseas countries will be able to work in South Africa remotely for their employers from abroad. This visa is becoming increasingly popular among digital nomads and remote workers […]
The Finance Bill proposed in Kenya is expected to increase the price of all smartphones within the country significantly since it imposes a duty of 25 percent on all mobile phones. According to the bill that has been introduced this week, the government intends to impose an excise tax equaling 25 percent of the excisable […]
A well-known influencer and businessman in Ghana, going by the name SoAfrican, has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department of the Ghana Police Service over alleged cyber sex trafficking and sending of intimate videos without the consent of their owners. SoAfrican arrest, is the name of the person whose real name is Joshua Kojo […]
It has been confirmed that fans traveling to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup do not have to pay visa bond fees, an additional expense introduced during the Trump presidency. FIFA World Cup 2026 US visa waiver, Some travelers can save between $5,000 to $15,000 because of the decision to waive visa […]
Finally, Nigeria’s Digital Switch-Over (DSO) program is to be commissioned officially on June 17, 2026. This marks a crucial phase where there will be a switch from an analogue TV system to a digital one. Nigeria Digital Switch Over, This was announced by Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, following the inspection […]
Egypt will be observing International Museum Day on May 18, 2026, when citizens will get free access to several archaeological sites and museums managed by the Supreme Council of Antiquities. Egypt International Museum Day, This program is strictly for Egyptians only, and visitors should show their National ID card in order to enter freely. The […]
Travelers from Nigeria who wish to visit Rwanda will be able to experience smooth visa-free entry due to Rwanda’s new visa-free and visa-on-arrival policy towards Africans. Rwanda visa free for Nigerians, According to the new program, Nigerians will have free access to Rwanda and stay there for up to 30 days from their date of […]
In the year 2026, more Nigerian students from various fashion, technological, vocational, and mechanical-related courses are included in the government’s NELFUND student loan program for students attending university or polytechnics in Nigeria. NELFUND student loan 2026, This student loan program, which was created by the government to increase access to tertiary education and training, provides […]
Following another addition of businesses to its blacklist, South Africa’s National Consumer Commission (NCC) has recently issued a warning about the increased risk of being scammed by so-called ghost companies, which are now 110 businesses added to the list. South Africa ghost companies 2026, According to the NCC, consumers face the risk of being scammed […]
In May 2026, the United States government will issue new travel advisories, which include a level 4 alert for nine African nations. US Level 4 travel advisory Africa, According to the U.S. State Department Travel Advisory, level 4 alerts are generally used for destinations where there exist serious safety issues, including terrorism, civil unrest, crime, […]
The effort by the Nigerian government to address its housing problem is front and center as the Renewed Hope Housing Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Summit commences today at Shehu Musa Yar’adua Center, Abuja. Tinubu Housing PPP Summit, The summit, attended by policymakers, real estate developers, financiers, and other stakeholders, will help speed up the implementation of […]
The Nigerian film industry is going through hard times due to the loss of one of its renowned stars. Alexx Ekubo died at the age of 40 as a result of an alleged struggle with cancer. Alexx Ekubo death, Several entertainment news outlets in Nigeria, as well as globally, have reported his death. Tributes are […]
Nigeria has officially thrown its hat into the ring to host some of the biggest football events on the African continent after President Bola Tinubu gave his nod of approval for the country’s bid to host the Nigeria CAF Awards 2026 and the CAF 48th Ordinary General Assembly. According to reports from the Nigeria Football […]
The month of May is going to offer some sizzling hot content for Nollywood fans as the coming month will bring a series of movies featuring heist, drama, and weddings. Nollywood movies May 2026, If you enjoy watching movies at the movies or streaming from the comfort of your own home on Netflix and Kava, […]
Orange recently announced a huge opportunity for young people in Africa in terms of free certification in AI technologies. free AI certification for African youth, It will take place at Orange Digital Centers and on the new platform called AI for Youth Africa. What Is the Free AI Certification Program? This certification is a collaborative […]
South Africans have a new opportunity to protect themselves from receiving multiple spam calls, unsolicited SMSes, and unnecessary marketing emails. The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has launched a nationwide central “opt-out” list under the amended regulations in the Consumer Protection Act, 2026. How to stop spam calls in South Africa, It enables individuals to put […]