South African Short Film “The Last Ranger” Earns Oscar Nomination
South African short film “The Last Ranger” secures an Oscar nomination, marking a significant milestone for African cinema…
Africa Sets Ambitious Goal for $29 Trillion Economy by 2050
African leaders, including Nigeria’s Vice President, advocate for full implementation of AfCFTA to achieve a $29 trillion economy…
Gabon to Hold Presidential Elections on April 12
Gabon is set to hold its presidential elections on April 12, as the nation prepares for a crucial…
Malian Singer Rokia Traoré to Be Released from Belgian Prison
Malian singer Rokia Traoré is set to be released from a Belgian prison following reports from news agencies,…
South Sudan Suspends Social Media Platforms Amid Sudan Killings Video Spread
South Sudan halts social media access following the circulation of graphic videos depicting killings in Sudan, citing national…
Civilians Flee as M23 Rebels Advance Toward Goma
Intensified clashes between M23 rebels and the DRC army near Goma have forced over 100,000 civilians to flee,…
Sahel Nations Unite to Form 5,000-Strong Military Force
Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali establish a 5,000-troop joint force to combat escalating extremist violence in the Sahel…
South Africa’s Reserve Bank Governor Opposes Bitcoin as Gold Reserve Equivalent
The Governor of South Africa’s Reserve Bank pushes back against the idea of Bitcoin being held as a…
Africa’s Mining Industry Enters a New Era with 5G Smart Mine by MTN, China Telecom, and Huawei
MTN, China Telecom, and Huawei introduce Africa’s largest 5G-enabled smart mine in South Africa, revolutionizing the mining sector…
GWM’s New Flagship Haval H7 SUV Launches in South Africa
GWM introduces the new flagship Haval H7 SUV to the South African market, offering luxury, performance, and cutting-edge…
Kenya Eases Travel Requirements for Nearly All African Visitors
Kenya has simplified travel rules for African visitors, promoting intra-African travel and economic integration.
Trump Halts Biden’s Africa Diaspora Engagement Efforts
President Trump halts Biden’s Africa diaspora engagement initiatives, raising concerns over U.S.-Africa relations and future collaborations. Key Points:…
Trevor Noah to Make History as Five-Time Grammy Host
Trevor Noah, the renowned South African comedian and former host of The Daily Show, is set to make…
Cape Town Residents Brace for Scorching Temperatures this Wednesday
Cape Town, South Africa – Residents of Cape Town are being warned to prepare for “extremely hot and…
Saudi Arabia Sponsors 20 Nigerians for Holy Pilgrimage
Saudi Arabia has sponsored 20 Nigerian citizens for an all-expenses-paid pilgrimage to Mecca.
2025 AFCON Draw Date Announced: January 27
The excitement is building as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) officially announced that the draw for the…
South Africa’s Naked Secures $38M to Boost AI-Driven Insurance
South African insurtech startup Naked has secured $38 million in its Series B2 funding round to accelerate its…
Tanzania Confirms Marburg Virus Outbreak After Initial Denials
Tanzania’s President, Samia Suluhu Hassan confirms a Marburg outbreak in Kagera after initial denials, sparking urgent action.
African Representation at Trump’s Inauguration: A Closer Look
President Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025, marked a significant event in global politics. While the ceremony…
Miss Africa Production Reveals 2025 Contestants
Miss Africa Production has officially unveiled the contestants for the 2025 Miss Africa pageant, marking the commencement of…
Waza Launches Lync to Revolutionize Cross-Border Payments for African Startups
Waza Launches Lync: A Game-Changer for African Startups’ Cross-Border Payments In a groundbreaking move for Africa’s fintech space,…
Zulu King’s First Wife Cannot Block Third Marriage
The first wife of the Zulu king fails to prevent his impending third marriage, highlighting ongoing family tensions within the Zulu royal lineage.
Vusi Thembekwayo: From Public Speaker to Africa’s Leading Entrepreneur
Discover how Vusi Thembekwayo transitioned from a renowned public speaker to one of Africa’s most influential entrepreneurs, inspiring…
Kenya Deploys Additional Police to Haiti in Ongoing Anti-Gang Efforts
Kenya reinforces its commitment to Haiti by deploying over 200 additional police officers to combat escalating gang violence,…
Nigeria Launches Africa’s First AI University
In a groundbreaking move for education and technology, Nigeria has officially approved the establishment of Africa’s first dedicated…
Mathare United Mourns the Loss of Founder Bob Munro
Nairobi, Kenya* It is with great sadness that the football community mourns the passing of Bob Munro, the…
Young, Famous & African: Season 3 Returns with New Stars and Fresh Drama
Netflix’s acclaimed reality series, ‘Young, Famous & African,’ has returned for its third season, bringing fresh faces and…
Nigeria Joins BRICS as Ninth Partner Country, Strengthening African Influence
In a significant development for the African continent, Nigeria has been officially admitted as a partner country to…
Nigerian Artists Dominate Streaming Revenue in 2025
In 2025, Nigerian artists have taken the global music scene by storm, with streaming revenues reaching unprecedented heights.…
Prosper Africa and Afreximbank Partner to Boost U.S.-Africa Trade
Prosper Africa and Afreximbank sign MoU to enhance U.S.-Africa trade, focusing on creative industries, critical minerals, and textiles.…
EU Allocates €510m Humanitarian Aid to Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa
*Brussels, Belgium – In a significant move to support vulnerable populations, the European Union has announced the allocation…
Italian Firms Leonardo and BF Launch Agricultural Initiatives in Africa
Leonardo and BF partner with Italy’s government to enhance African agriculture through technology and investment, promoting sustainable development.
Dangote Raises Bulk Petrol Prices to N955 Amidst Global Crude Oil Surge
Dangote Petroleum Refinery increases petrol prices to N955 per litre for bulk buyers as global crude oil prices soar, impacting Nigeria's downstream sector.
Kenyans Urge Dutch Royals to Cancel Visit Amid Abduction Concerns
Kenyans petition Dutch royal family to cancel upcoming visit, citing recent abductions and human rights violations.
US Imposes Sanctions on Sudan Army Chief Burhan Amid Escalating Civilian Deaths
The United States targets Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan with sanctions, citing increased civilian casualties and obstruction of humanitarian aid in Sudan's civil war.
India’s IOC Shifts to African Oil Amid Russian Sanctions
Indian Oil Corporation pivots to African crude, enhancing India-Africa trade relations amid tightening Russian oil sanctions.