Africa's Digital Payments Hit $2 Trillion, Nigeria Leads
A new report reveals Africa processed $2 trillion via instant payments in 2024. Nigeria's NIP system is rated highly, but fraud concerns remain a key barrier to wider adoption. Learn more.
A new report reveals Africa processed $2 trillion via instant payments in 2024. Nigeria's NIP system is rated highly, but fraud concerns remain a key barrier to wider adoption. Learn more.
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.
Discover how IRON Capital, under Jubril Enakele, became a leading African investment firm, advising Nigeria's $917m US Dollar Bond and major corporations. Explore their journey of trust and innovation.
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.
Discover how SIAO Partners, led by Abiodun Ariyibi, provides expert audit, tax, and advisory services to help Nigerian businesses achieve sustainable growth despite regulatory and economic hurdles.
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.
Governor Dauda Lawal unveils Zamfara's first comprehensive 10-year development roadmap, focusing on six key pillars to transform the state's economy and security. Read the full plan.
Tanzania's vital tourism sector faces a crisis as election violence and policy missteps lead to mass cancellations. Discover the impact on safaris and beaches.
Platnova earns a spot in Nigeria's Top 100 Fastest Growing SMEs at the SME 100 AWARDS 2025. Discover how their cross-border financial services drive economic growth and inclusion.
AfDB and FIN lead high-level talks on building a safer cashless economy in Africa. Key focus: digital trust, infrastructure, and financial inclusion. Read the outcomes.
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.
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.
Verve International celebrates issuing 100 million payment cards, a landmark for Africa's digital economy and financial inclusion. Discover how this homegrown brand is reshaping payments.
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.
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.
Tokenized real-world assets are transforming African investing by increasing access, liquidity and transparency. Discover how RWAs could unlock trillions for the continent's economy.
Tokenized real-world assets are transforming African investing by increasing access, liquidity, and transparency. Discover how RWAs could unlock trillions for the continent.
Realnews celebrates 13 years with high-level dialogue on cybercrime and illicit financial flows draining Africa. Experts recommend cross-border cooperation to combat $50bn annual losses.
Former Attorney General Abubakar Malami summoned by EFCC for mandatory questioning over financial matters. Malami pledges cooperation with anti-graft agency investigation.
Angry residents beat a robbery suspect to death in Azam Kura after he stabbed a homeowner. Yobe Police warn against mob justice and offer safety tips.
CIO and C-Suite Club Africa recognized technology leaders shaping Africa's digital transformation. Discover the award winners and key insights from the Lagos event.
Nigeria advocates for equitable mineral trade and ethical AI at Africa's inaugural G20 Summit. China-Africa partnership launches modernization initiative to boost continental development.