Why Africa's Green Transition Needs a Development Focus
A new report warns Africa's climate strategy must combine debt relief with low-carbon growth to ensure the green transition delivers real development dividends, not just emissions cuts.
A new report warns Africa's climate strategy must combine debt relief with low-carbon growth to ensure the green transition delivers real development dividends, not just emissions cuts.
South Africa coach Hugo Broos, the only AFCON-winning coach at Morocco 2025, aims to join Herve Renard in winning the title with two different nations. Can Bafana Bafana triumph?
AfricaRice and Thailand's Kasetsart University sign a major MoU to boost rice research, climate-resilient varieties, and food security across Africa. Read the full details of this transformative partnership.
UNICEF projects 1.8 million annual child deaths in Africa by 2040. WHO and UNAIDS warn of stalled HIV fight. Urgent political action and investment in primary healthcare are needed to avert disaster.
The Oba of Lagos calls for genuine investors to improve Nigeria's socio-economic conditions, not just maximise profits. Read his message to multinationals.
Russia pledges expanded cooperation with Africa at Cairo ministerial conference. Trade exceeds $27bn, with focus on industrial growth, security, and education. Details inside.
Osinakachukwu Onu was fatally shot during a traffic stop in Klerksdorp. Four officers face murder charges. Read the full details of this tragic incident and the swift police response.
South Africa's head coach Hugo Broos says his team is prepared for AFCON 2025 in Morocco. Bafana Bafana aim to surpass their 2023 bronze finish in a tough Group B. Read more.
The UAE announces a massive $6 billion investment plan for African tourism development, targeting aviation, infrastructure, and digital projects. Learn how this partnership aims to create thousands of jobs.
Four South African traffic police officers have been arrested for the murder of 37-year-old Nigerian Osinakachukwu Marcus Onu. The suspects will face court on murder charges. Read the full details.
Airtel Africa partners with SpaceX's Starlink to deliver direct-to-cell satellite connectivity across 14 African countries from 2026, bridging the digital divide. Learn the details.
Angry residents in eThekwini, KZN, beat a man to a pulp for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend's 5-year-old daughter. The suspect was later handed to Verulam SAPS. Read the full report.
From Mali to Guinea-Bissau, Africa has witnessed 10 successful military coups since 2020. Explore the timeline, key figures, and ongoing instability shaping the continent's political landscape.
Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.
Lagos State government reaffirms commitment to data-driven budgeting and economic planning to unlock emerging sectors for a resilient and prosperous economy. Learn about the key strategies.
Financial experts warn Nigerian investors against single-asset strategies amid market volatility and inflation. Diversification is key to building resilient portfolios. Learn how to adapt.
Ghana will host the inaugural Africa Real Estate Festival (AREF) in April 2026. The event themed 'Innovation Meets Identity' aims to shape the continent's urban future. Read more.
Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit has named Morocco and South Africa as his favourites to win AFCON 2025, snubbing Nigeria's Super Eagles. Get the full story and expert analysis here.
Imo State hosts the Imo Invest Summit 2025, a major West African economic gathering featuring global leaders like Ban Ki-moon and President Boakai. The event aims to unlock investment in energy, tech, and infrastructure. Read more.
South Africa announces it will not participate in the 2026 G20 meetings after the US barred its inclusion. Get the full details on this diplomatic standoff and its implications for multilateralism.
Paramount Africa ceases operations in Nigeria & South Africa after 20 years. MTV Base & BET Africa will disappear from DStv & GOtv on January 1, 2026. Details here.
At the 2025 Social Innovators Programme, LEAP Africa declared Africa a global innovation centre driven by youth. Discover the award winners and key insights.
Sterling Bank and Pan-Atlantic University's EDC have signed an MoU to certify graduates of the Non-Oil Export Academy, aiming to build a globally competitive export community and diversify Nigeria's economy. Read how this initiative will empower Nigerian
Experts in Lagos warn that Africa's development is stunted by massive private wealth flowing offshore. Building local Family Offices is key to keeping capital at home. Read more.
The OECD says the world economy has been 'surprisingly resilient,' raising its 2025 growth estimates for the US and eurozone. Discover the key drivers and potential risks, including AI valuation concerns.
Africa's inaugural G20 Summit in South Africa sees UAE commit $1bn to AI development. Discover how Gulf investment is transforming the continent's tech future. Read more.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu advocates for a transformative economic partnership between Nigeria and South Africa at the Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce's 25th-anniversary event. Discover the new strategic vision.
Finance experts at an ICAN event in Ibadan call for urgent policy reforms, economic diversification, and boosted local production to stabilise Nigeria's economy ahead of 2026, warning against inflation and oil reliance.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun champions culture and festivals as major foreign exchange earners for Nigeria, citing global examples at Akesan Day. Discover the economic potential.
Kenya faces multiple crises: public debt hits 68% of GDP, 41 protest deaths, rising femicide cases, and environmental breakdown. Can President Ruto's priorities save East Africa's powerhouse?