Instagram has rapidly become a marketplace, particularly for fashion, beauty and lifestyle purchases but without the formal buy protection offered by stores like Amazon or Jumia, shoppers must be wise and careful when purchasing. Here are 7 things you should always check before buying from an Instagram vendor. 1. Refund & Return Policy Be wary […]
The highly anticipated final of the 2025 Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series is scheduled for today, Saturday July 26 at Harare Sports Club, between an unbeaten New Zealand team and South Africa. Both teams seeking their first title under new coaches. This is a much watched finale. Match Details Event Details Match New Zealand vs South Africa, […]
A joint report from UNICEF, WHO and the World Bank shows a worrying increase in the number of children suffering from stunting across Africa. The data in the Joint Malnutrition Estimates 2025 Edition which covers the period 2000-2024, showed that Africa is the only region in which child stunting has increased, and in fact the […]
Ford Motor Company Southern Africa (FMCSA) has issued a serious safety recall on several models potentially creating hazards on Southern African roads, including the Ford Ranger, Everest, Puma and EcoSport manufactured from 2021 to 2025. These recalls have identified mechanical defects that can cause engine stalls, a potential risk of fire and a potential loss […]
The third Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U18 and U20 Championships, held at MKO Abiola Stadium, Abeokuta, Nigeria, provided the perfect stage for South Africa’s emerging athletics talent. Three learners from Kwagga were among the best performers, with the combination of these three learners securing a combination of five medals and ensuring Team South Africa […]
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has officially published new regulations regarding producing, labelling and selling meat analogue products in South Africa. The regulations are published as Government Gazette Notice R. 6436 on July 18, 2025. The publication of the regulations coincides with prolonged discussions with stakeholders including the red meat industry. […]
For the first time in over thirty years, Formula 1 could come back to Africa and Nigeria is now officially on the grid. The final African Grand Prix took place at the Kyalami Circuit south of Johannesburg in 1993. Presently, Nigeria adds to other nations in South Africa, Morocco and Rwanda in reviving Grand Prix […]
Kroonstad, a minor South African town in the Free State province of the same name is embarking on a future in clean energy. Scatec ASA has been designated as the top bidder for the Kroonstad photovoltaic (PV) cluster under phase seven of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP). What is the Kroonstad […]
South Africa is preparing to shake up the digital banking environment as the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) embarks on a daring initiative to modernise the tests and payment ecosystem of the country. The Payment Ecosystem Modernisation (PEM) programme will phase out traditional methods such as EFTs and even instant payments in return for more […]
The African nations complex competition (CHAN 2024) is the 8th edition of the African Nations Championship and is co-hosted by Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda from 2 to 30 August 2025. This tournament is special because it uses players who are only active in their domestic leagues and gives lesser known stars a chance to shine […]
Need to send products overseas from Nigeria fast and reliably? Picking the right logistics company is key. On this list we highlight 7 logistics companies from leaders like MDS and TSL to upstarts such as Fortune Global, providing fast international shipping solutions in Nigeria in 2025. 1. MDS Logistics One of the leading logistics suppliers […]
In a historic step toward digital integration throughout East Africa, Kenya and Tanzania have officially connected their national broadband networks via cross border fibre optic link. The terrestrial fibre link covers 130 kilometers from Mombasa, Kenya to Horohoro, the border town at the Tanzania border and is a critical component of the regional ICT backbone. […]
William Orde Newnham was an English cleric and educator who is best known as the co-founder and first headmaster of Hilton College which was established on 29 January 1872 in the Midlands of the former Natal Colony. Newnham was born in England, educated at St John’s College, Cambridge and was enticed to Natal by Bishop […]
The signing of a $4 billion agreement with Dubai-based Alpha MBM Investments to build a 60,000 barrels-per-day oil refinery marks a new chapter in Uganda’s oil journey, as it is the most significant milestone in the last 13 years in Uganda’s quest for a credible investment partner. The agreement unlocks value to Uganda to realise […]
By 2025, with homes becoming smarter and devices becoming more demanding, many people still blame their internet service provider for every buffering wheel and dropped Zoom call. But analysis from Tom’s Guide shows a more common problem – poor Wi‑Fi optimization at home. It’s not that your ISP can’t deliver, it’s that your router is […]
Gaborone, Botswana is host to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 qualification process, as eight African nations compete in the Africa Division 2 Qualifier from 20 to 26 July 2025. The top two teams from this tournament will progress to form the Africa Division 1 Qualifier, which will be staged later this year in […]
Attention cricket fans! Get ready for a thrilling three match Youth ODI series between South Africa U19 and Bangladesh U19. The matches will take place on July 17 to July 22, 2025. All of which will be played at Willowmoore Park in Benoni with a 09:30 local time start for all matches. This exciting youth […]
Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp and Facebook is at risk of facing litigation action in South Africa after ignoring a court order related to exposing explicit content of school children made public on its platforms. South Africa’s local legal expert Emma Sadleir, the founder of The Digital Law Company, obtained a court order compelling […]
Abuja’s rooftop dining scene is a combination of elegance, taste and spectacular views. The seven rooftop dining spots mentioned below, offer a memorable experience whether you’re after Italian pasta, Lebanese grills or just cocktails under the stars. You will find fine dining with views in Wuse and casual night lounges at Central Park. Here are […]
Kenya was well represented at the Africa Golden Awards 2025 which was held in Lagos Nigeria, with four major wins across the domains of music, politics, film and reality television. The awards recognized Africa’s leading influencers who are making waves across the continent. From lyrical genius, to brave political leaders, to screen legends, Kenyan talent […]