The Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN), the country’s premier Film Trade Association Body, has announced good news for cinema lovers on the occasion of the International Cinema Day. Opeyemi Ajayi, the chairman of the Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN), said in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos that cinema lovers would enjoy discounted […]
At a China–Africa cooperation conference in Changsha, Beijing made a commitment to provide zero-tariff access to imports from all 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic ties; this expands the benefit of duty-free access it provided last year to all but the least developed countries. As trade tensions rise-especially with impending tariffs on key […]
A team from the West African group ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) has left Guinea-Bissau after the country’s president, Umaro Sissoco Embalo, reportedly threatened to kick them out. The ECOWAS team had arrived last month to help local leaders agree on how and when to hold elections this year. They even prepared a […]
Namibia’s President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has removed Agriculture Minister Mac-Albert Hengari from his position. The decision came after serious allegations of rape involving a minor. The President’s office confirmed on Sunday that Hengari’s dismissal is effective from April 23, 2025. Local media reports say Hengari might also face other charges like abduction and abortion. In Namibia, […]
“Baby Shark Dance” is still making waves in 2025! The kids’ song by South Korea’s Pinkfong is now the most-watched YouTube video of all time. This Korean song has crossed 15.47 billion views globally. The catchy tune first went viral in 2016 and hasn’t slowed down since. The video beat Luis Fonsi’s “Despacito”, which had […]
Cross-border activity suffered vast disruption when the new ban started at midnight Thursday with its direct impact on border checkpoints including Kasumulu. Before the border hosted many commercial trucks yet now official delivery of fuel products represents the sole traffic through this crossing. The Agriculture Minister Hussein Bashe stated that the trade restrictions serve as […]
Chinese production companies directly offer their luxury products at wholesale rates online because they were created for luxury retailers. Social media reveals places where suppliers create luxury products for Birkin and other premium brands including Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and others. The production companies demonstrate their crafting abilities and high-quality materials while showing big price differences […]
Tonight, the Golden State Warriors will play the Phoenix Suns at PHX Arena with Stephen Curry receiving official approval to participate in his return from a recent injury. The doctors have declared Stephen Curry available for Warriors duty before their game. Stephen Curry hopes to regain his scoring numbers when taking on the Suns’ defense […]
The Basketball Africa League (BAL) returns for its 2025 season with exciting changes and developments. Since 2019 the NBA-linked basketball league has broadly expanded across Africa while South Africa now hosts the playoffs and finals after Rwanda lost this privilege. Morocco becomes a new host country and Egypt withdraws as a host nation. From April […]
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with President Faustin Archange Touadéra of the Central African Republic through a phone call to bolster cooperation in different sectors particularly in trade, investments, renewable energy and infrastructure today March 28th 2025. President Touadéra expressed gratitude by taking X stating, “I thank my brother, President […]
African football teams struggle intensely in the World Cup Qualification rounds to earn their place on the international football stage. The African World Cup Qualifiers showcase active footballers and fans experience nail-biting matches filled with excitement. Matchday 5 Results (March 19-22, 2025) Date Match Result March 19, 2025 Tanzania vs Congo Postponed March 19, 2025 […]
Two mobile telecom leaders, MTN Group and Airtel Africa, joined forces to create a new digital infrastructure system throughout African nations, as reported by Reuters. The two companies formed their strategic partnership on Wednesday, and they started by sharing network infrastructure in Uganda and Nigeria with future potential expansion across the area. Through this partnership […]
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa defended his nation against claims of white discrimination made by tech magnate Elon Musk. After his birth in South Africa, Musk took to social media to assert that a main political group pushes for killing white people. The Economic Freedom Fighters party gained notice when its members sang “Kill the […]
Hilton launched Signia by Hilton for its first appearance in Egypt and Africa through its hotel expansions. These hotels at Signia by Hilton Cairo Skywalk will become the first of their kind when they start operating in West Cairo’s newest development. Two properties placed in an active business and leisure park will provide 200 guest […]
Enza, based in the United Arab Emirates, obtained $6.75 million in initial investment funding from Algebra Ventures and Quona Capital. Since its founding in 2023 by Hany Fekry the company received its initial financial support through this investment. Enza wants to build its business in additional African nations with new investment funds. The business supplies […]
National teams from Africa advance their World Cup qualification pursuit as they take part in Matchday 5 of the qualifiers. The joint hosting by Canada, the United States, and Mexico has made all countries across North America excited for World Cup qualification. Teams across Africa play with high intensity to earn every point needed for […]
Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) is running the Book Factory Prize for Publishing in Africa again to award $28,000 to African publishing excellence in 2025. From March 17 to April 30, 202,5, African publishers can apply for the competition by sending published trade books from the past year. The $20,000 first prize goes to a winner, […]
Canadian companies have expanded their presence as major African mining stakeholders and invested more than $37 billion. Africa holds the title of becoming the second biggest destination for mining projects of Canadian companies. Under Canada’s Africa Strategy, new initiatives will improve business ties between the nation and African countries. Setting up a high commission in […]
The government’s statistics regulator showed that South African inflation stayed at 3.2% during February and rose below the projected 3.3%. One day before the interest rate change South Africa’s central bank faces a key decision over inflation rates. The SARB’s decision will take external influences into account despite inflation presently being below its 4.5% target. […]