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4 West African Entrepreneurs Revolutionising Baby Food Business

BusinessNovember 3, 2023

According to the International Trade Centre, the local production of infant foods in Africa is no less than an underexploited opportunity. The continent imports an estimated $607 million of baby food a year, with the…

DStv and GOtv subscription fees increased by 19%…

TechnologyNovember 3, 2023

The price of DStv and GOtv packages have increased in Nigeria, with a raise of at least 19 per cent. Multichoice Nigeria, the Pay-TV operator, has declared an increase for its DStv and GOtv packages.…

Extremist Attacks in Northeastern Nigeria Leave 37 Villagers…

PoliticsNovember 3, 2023

In two separate incidents, suspected Boko Haram militants targeted residents in Yobe state's Geidam area, resulting in the deaths of 37 people. This resurgence of violence highlights the enduring threat posed by extremist rebels in…

Get To Know What Silverbacks Holdings Chairman Said…

SportsNovember 2, 2023

Silverbacks Holdings is a private investment company known to focus on technology ventures, in addition to sports, media and entertainment, and lifestyle sectors across Africa. In June, Jeanette Clark from 'How we made it in…

Adam The First, Ghana’s First Sci-Fi Feature: All…

EntertainmentNovember 2, 2023

Adam The First, which is dubbed as Ghana’s first sci-fi feature, has launched its teaser. M Sayibu, a Ghanaian American Writer/Director, is currently seeking distribution for the film in North America. M Sayibu, who previously…

Germany Issues Apology for Colonial-Era Killings in Tanzania

PoliticsNovember 2, 2023

Acknowledging the Past In a historic move, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier issued a formal apology for the atrocities committed during Germany's colonial rule in Tanzania. His apology, delivered in Tanzania, marked a significant step toward…

Empowering Malawi’s Smallholder Farmers Through Technology And Community…

TechnologyNovember 1, 2023

Malawi in southeastern Africa has a fertile soil and a subtropical climate well-suited for agriculture, with more than 80% of its population engaged in farming. While the agricultural sector is a mainstay of the economy,…

Nigeria secures partnership with Afrexim, Access worth $1.35…

BusinessNovember 1, 2023

Lagos state in southwestern Nigeria has secured a partnership with African Export-Import Bank or Afrexim and Access Bank for an investment of $1.35 billion for infrastructure projects. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Governor of Lagos, confirmed that…

Chad’s Opposition Leader Succès Masra to Return After…

PoliticsNovember 1, 2023

Agreement for Return Chad's political landscape is poised for a significant development with the imminent return of key opposition figure Succès Masra. An agreement for his return has been reached between Chad's military administration and…

Africa Boasts Huge Growth Potential. Explore Five Small…

BusinessOctober 31, 2023

Africa is becoming an attractive destination for investors and venture capitalists across the globe. The region boasts huge potential to become a notable player in key sectors such as technology, automobile, healthcare, renewable and telecommunication.…

Rema becomes first African artist to perform at…

EntertainmentOctober 31, 2023

Rema – a famous Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter – has been creating headlines in recent days. He has enjoyed an impressive year with his hit single 'Calm Down'. He has been in the limelight…

Crisis Deepens as Congo’s Displaced Population Soars to…

PoliticsOctober 31, 2023

Spiralling Displacement Crisis The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is grappling with an alarming humanitarian crisis, with a record-high 6.9 million people forcibly displaced from their homes, according to a statement from the International…

Germany willing to invest in Nigeria’s gas and…

BusinessOctober 30, 2023

Olaf Scholz, Chancellor of Germany, has said that his country is willing to invest in gas and minerals in Nigeria, an African country on the Gulf of Guinea. The investment is aimed at strengthening bilateral…

Springboks Beat the Best Nations, Wins Rugby World…

SportsOctober 30, 2023

South Africa’s Springboks sealed its fourth Rugby World Cup title, beating the All Blacks 12-11 in front of 80,000 plus people packed stadium in Paris. It now reigns as the second team in history to…

CyberSOC Africa expands to Kenya, strengthening cybersecurity across…

TechnologyOctober 30, 2023

Enhancing cybersecurity in East Africa CyberSOC Africa, a leading cybersecurity company, has taken a significant step towards bolstering digital security in East Africa by expanding its operations into Kenya. This strategic move is part of…

Nollywood In Limelight As Sony Reveals $10 Million…

EntertainmentOctober 28, 2023

Sony Group has unveiled its latest initiative. The Sony Innovation Fund: Africa, aimed at bolstering entertainment businesses across the continent, is set to receive a significant boost with a $10 million investment courtesy of Sony…

Nigeria to create 3 million jobs in digital…

TechnologyOctober 28, 2023

The Federal government of Nigeria has said that around three million jobs will be created in the digital technology sector within four years. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, the current Director-General of the National Information Technology Development…

M23 Rebel Offensive Forces Residents to Flee Bambo…

PoliticsOctober 28, 2023

Terrifying Exodus Amidst Conflict The town of Bambo, situated north of Goma in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo), witnessed a harrowing exodus as M23 rebels launched a new offensive. Men, women, and…

Amaechi Muonagor Paralyzed, Cries For Financial Help

Last-Ditch Effort to Resolve Financial Aid Divide for…