Kenya could get a $1 billion loan from the People’s Republic of China, which can be used to partly settle a Eurobond that is maturing next June, the governor of the central bank said on…
US Takes Stand on Human Rights: Visa Restrictions in Uganda and Zimbabwe In a significant move, the United States declared on Monday its refusal to issue visas to Ugandan officials involved in enforcing a contentious…
In a monumental leap towards sustainable urban progress, Dakar Mobility, a pioneering Senegalese firm co-owned by Meridiam and the Sovereign Strategic Investment Fund of Senegal (FONSIS), has secured a groundbreaking €135 million in funding. This…
Portable – a famous Nigerian singer, rapper and songwriter – came into the limelight after he revealed that he received N5m from Celestial Church in Nigeria. Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Olalomi Oyegbile, popularly known as…
In a spectacular showcase of talent and determination, Egypt dominated the FIBA 3x3 Africa Cup 2023 in Cairo, clinching gold in both the men's and women's categories on December 3. Men's Triumph: Egypt's men's team…
Felicity Ama Agyemang, also known as Nana Ama McBrown, is in the limelight after winning the TV Personality of the Year award at this year’s Ghana Bloggers Awards. The famous Ghanaian actress, TV presenter and…
Withdrawals from G5 Sahel: Setbacks and Discontent The decision by the military chiefs of Burkina Faso and Niger to withdraw from the G5 anti-jihadist group highlights the persistent struggles against insurgents in the Sahel region.…
As the global call for net zero intensifies, the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) emerges as a pivotal player in shaping Africa's unique journey towards sustainability. President and CEO Samaila Zubairu emphasizes the need for a…
Government Intervention for Transnet: A Vital Rescue Mission In a bold move to salvage the ailing state-owned Transnet firm, the South African government has pledged 47 billion rand (2.3 billion euros) to bolster the struggling…
South Africa's innovative smart geyser devices, seamlessly integrated into household solar systems, hold the key to tackling the nation's energy crisis. A year-long case study by Sensor Networks reveals these cutting-edge devices can curtail residential…
Oladipupo Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips, has been making headlines in recent days. Recently, reports of his death surfaced online. However, Oladips’ colleague and close associate, Qdot, claimed that the rapper was alive. The drama…
Landmark Shipment: Malaria Vaccine Reaches Cameroon Cameroon received a significant delivery on November 22nd—the first consignment of the World Health Organization (WHO)-recommended malaria vaccine. This marks the vaccine's initial dispatch to a country outside the…
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…
EU's Abrupt Withdrawal from the Congo Election Mission The European Union (EU) sent shockwaves through diplomatic circles by abruptly terminating its election observation mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Citing unexpected "technical"…
The 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, the 9th edition of the T20 World Cup, is scheduled to be hosted by the West Indies and the United States from 4 June to 30 June 2024.…
Scams are always harder to detect during the holiday season as consumers expect deep discounts at the time and are likely to believe prices that would normally seem too good to be true. On top…
Rema, AKA Divine Ikubor, has gained international recognition with his song ‘Calm Down’, featuring Selena Gomez. His song has become the world’s most streamed song of 2023. Calm Down has secured top position at the…
The UN and AU collaborate on the Human Rights Pact. The recent seventh high-level meeting between the United Nations and the African Union in New York culminated in a pivotal collaboration. Secretary-General António Guterres and…
More than 50 Premier League players are likely to be called up for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the 2023 AFC Asian Cup. Premier League sides could miss their top African and…
Impala Platinum, a South African holding company, has temporarily halted operations at its Rustenburg mining complex in the country after 11 workers died in a tragic accident. The Johannesburg-based platinum miner said in a statement…
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