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 […]
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, […]
Kenyan sprint star Ferdinand Omanyala finished second at the opening race of the Diamond League in Xiamen, China, on Saturday. Omanyala ran the men’s 100m in 10.13 seconds. He was just behind Akani Simbine from South Africa, who won the race with a time of 9.99 seconds. Jeremiah Azu from Great Britain came third, clocking […]
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 […]
Disaster teams in KwaZulu-Natal stand ready to respond to persistent rainfall while drivers should approach roads with care. According to SAWS the Easter weekend will experience heavy rainstorms which pose a threat to multiple locations in South Africa. Regions expected to be impacted include: The government has expanded its rain warning to include uThukela, Amajuba, […]
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 […]
African content is getting more attention around the world. While Nigerian films (Nollywood) are already well-known, East Africa—especially Kenya—is starting to shine too. Kenya is now creating shows that people everywhere want to watch. Companies like D&R Studios are leading the way. They’ve made popular shows like The Real Housewives of Nairobi, Sol Family, This […]
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 […]
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 […]
Recent research shows that Professor Abdessamad Faik believes Africa is at an important energy choice point as renewable-powered hydrogen allows us to grow energy usage without sticking to fossil fuels. According to Faik the University Mohammed VI Polytechnic researcher, Africa holds more than enough renewable energy potential to meet its local power requirements while building […]
The push toward renewable energy in Africa helps the 570 million people who currently live without reliable power access. Many African people remain without electricity since developed countries take power usage as a basic standard while the device helps power healthcare systems plus education and business growth. More countries across Africa are switching to renewable […]
Hassatou Diop N’Sele the Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer at the African Development Bank has been named one of Forbes Africa’s 50 Most Inspiring Women of 2025. Hassatou has earned this intensive recognition because of her outstanding work in economic development and financial inclusion. She has played an important role in empowering […]
The US State Department has ordered an immediate pause on most foreign aid to South Africa. President Trump signed Executive Order 14204. A cable signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio directs all State Department offices to suspend aid payments, with minimal exceptions. The order cites “unjust racial discrimination” against white Afrikaners as a key […]
Sri Lanka will host an ODI Tri-Series for women between India and South Africa during April and May 2025. All ongoing matches during the tournament will have natural light at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo. On April 27 Sri Lanka begins the tournament with a match against India while using a round-robin […]
India plans to create dependable supply chains for its essential minerals by strengthening ties with the nations in the South African Development Community per an upcoming research study by Veda Vaidyanathan at CSEP. The National Critical Minerals Mission launched in January 2025 will help India form new mineral partnerships outside its usual suppliers. In 52 […]
British smartphone startup Nothing is here to break the chain of sameness in the mobile industry. The company on Tuesday debuted a handset it hopes can shake the market and turn into the next big thing. Nothing has launched Phone (3a), a budget smartphone carrying an unusual design featuring multiple different shapes and so-called ‘Glyph’ […]
The UAE has called for a humanitarian ceasefire in Sudan during the holy month of Ramadan. The appeal came as regional leaders met in Ethiopia on February 14 to discuss the conflict that has been raging on for nearly a couple of years. Reem al-Hashimy, the UAE’s Minister of State for International Cooperation, highlighted that […]
After their India loss, New Zealand heads into its match against South Africa at Lahore with growing self-assurance. With earlier semi-final qualification the Black Caps have returned to Lahore to draw power from their recent tournament win there. Latham feels lucky that his team competed in a tri-series with Pakistan and South Africa previous to […]
On August 3, 2023, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud welcomed Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed for official diplomatic talks. The senior officials held their meeting because Ethiopia and Somalia made peace after their major conflict burst in January 2024 when Ethiopia proposed leasing Somaliland beachfront property. A diplomatic crisis developed between Ethiopia and Somalia when […]