M-PESA Ethiopia electricity payment continues to expand its digital payment offerings and has now launched a new prepaid electricity payment feature on its app. It is now possible to pay for the electricity you use and get prepaid electricity units without going to utility offices or to any authorized payees. The move by the firm […]
The US has made known its sanctions targeting Mahmoud El-Ebiary and several organizations allegedly associated with the international financial network of the Muslim Brotherhood. The recent development has become another step in the overall campaign launched by the US to combat terrorist funding. US sanctions Mahmoud El-Ebiary, Although US officials have claimed that the recent […]
Spanish giants Real Madrid have signed Ivory Coast international Yan Diomandé from German club RB Leipzig for a sum of up to €120 million. This is one of the biggest transfer deals featuring an African football player. Yan Diomandé Real Madrid transfer, This 19-year-old winger is set to arrive in Spain to have his medical […]
The South African fintech NjiaPay has introduced a new one-click checkout solution that allows for simplifying the payments process and dealing with one of the major problems of e-commerce—cart abandonment. NjiaPay One-Click Checkout, The company claims that the introduction of such technology allows merchants to increase payment success rates, while offering a more convenient checkout […]
Uganda has been declared Ebola-free, with the country now free of the deadly virus, which was recently imported from its neighbouring DR Congo. Uganda Ebola-Free, This decision was made after completion by the country of the 42-day observation period required by the World Health Organization (WHO). However, while Uganda can celebrate its success, the DR […]
Medical practitioners in Nigeria have begun a nationwide strike, bringing into question the worries of the patients about accessing healthcare in the public hospitals. Nigeria medical staff strike, This nationwide strike has been initiated by the resident doctors, house officers, and others in the healthcare industry on the back of various issues between health unions […]
The U.S.-Africa Business Summit is yet to conclude. The meeting, which had initially been scheduled for July 2026, has been postponed and rescheduled for 6-9 December 2026 in Mauritius. US-Africa Business Summit Mauritius, Since the U.S.-Africa Business Summit is yet to be held, there is no reason to believe there are any reports on any […]
President of Senegal Bassirou Diomaye Faye has visited Mali, where he was expected to hold discussions with its transitional head Assimi Goïta, an event that should be considered a very important diplomatic move between two neighbouring West African countries. Senegal President visits Mali, This is happening against the backdrop of growing insecurity and changing alliances […]
The government of Chad has expressed intentions to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), adding to an increasing number of African countries considering their relationship with the Hague-based court. Even though this may seem like a serious political move, the withdrawal will not be completed straight away. Chad withdraws from ICC, According to the […]
The President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, has urged African nations to collaborate when dealing with the issue of migration. In other words, he believes that the continent must unite in order to find solutions that will help people avoid leaving their homes. Ramaphosa Africa migration proposal, This appeal to cooperate in solving the issue […]
Gunmen attacked Naridon village in Kaduna State, Nigeria, killing at least 30 people, according to reports, in yet another violent attack in the conflict-ridden northern Nigeria. Naridon village attack Kaduna, The late-night attack has raised alarm bells once again about the deteriorating security situation in northwestern Nigeria as communities here continue to face repeated raids […]
Artificial intelligence is changing newsrooms in Africa by enhancing the way the journalists obtain information, publish news and interact with the audience. AI in African newsrooms, This includes automating repetitive activities in the newsrooms, detecting fake news and translating the news into different languages. As audiences seek faster and personalized news, media organizations in Africa […]
Ghana has received its last $371 million disbursement under its $3 billion IMF Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme as part of its efforts to recover from one of the most serious economic crises in recent times. Ghana IMF disbursement, This comes after the IMF completed the programme review, which shows confidence in the country’s economic […]
In a stunning revelation by Marvel Studios, it has been revealed that British actor David Jonsson will be playing the role of T’Challa in Black Panther 3 at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. David Jonsson Black Panther, It is one of the biggest revelations by Marvel so far since fans were curious how the MCU will […]
The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) is now underway in Morocco with 16 African nations participating in the most prestigious women’s football competition on the continent. WAFCON 2026 fixtures, Taking place from 26 July to 16 August, this year’s tournament has the biggest prize fund in the history of the event – $5.8 […]
Several African currencies are set to remain under pressure this week amid rising business demand for dollars and growing oil prices globally. African currencies under pressure, Nigerian naira, Ghanaian cedi and Ugandan shilling are among the most vulnerable currencies, whereas other currencies like Kenyan shilling and Zambian kwacha managed to show some resistance to volatility. […]
The petition to seek an international criminal court to investigate xenophobic violence in South Africa has attracted wide public attention in Africa. Many articles have noted that Ghana brought the case, while the petition was filed by two individuals from Ghana – security analyst Emmanuel Kotin and former Ghanaian government official Palgrave Boakye-Danquah. ICC investigation […]
The Fintech industry in Africa continues to draw global attention as a result of the rise in mobile money services, digital banking, and financial inclusion on the continent. Africa fintech investments, Four main markets in Africa – Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya- continue to dominate in 2026 when it comes to fintech investment in […]
The Sudanese Civil War has now entered its most destructive stage as the conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces shows no sign of stopping. Sudan conflict explained, Over three years since the violence began, millions of people have been displaced, the economy of the country has been shattered, and this […]
South Africa has landed a $1.5 billion (equivalent to R24.8 billion) loan from the World Bank Group for its infrastructural reforms to be implemented in its electricity, freight transport, and water projects. South Africa World Bank loan, Approved on July 21, 2026, the loan is intended for South Africa, which is still working on resolving […]