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Teen burglar cooks breakfast in stolen home in KZN

A 14-year-old boy was caught frying eggs inside a Hazelmere home he allegedly burgled. The incident highlights youth crime and home security concerns in South Africa. Read the full story.

Salah's Penalty Sends Egypt to AFCON Last 16

Mohamed Salah's first-half penalty secured a 1-0 win for 10-man Egypt over South Africa, making them the first team to qualify for the AFCON 2025 knockout stage. Read the full match report.

African Countries That Don't Celebrate Christmas

While many celebrate on December 25, six African nations, including Morocco and Somalia, do not observe Christmas as a public holiday. Discover the reasons and estimated Christian populations.

TD Africa Rewards Excellence at 12th Awards Night

TD Africa celebrated its partners' excellence, innovation, and integrity at the 12th 'Celebrating You' awards in Lagos. The event, themed 'Africa's Digital Renaissance,' featured top industry leaders and a grand SUV raffle prize. Read more.

Africa Reclaims Development Wheel After USAID Freeze

The abrupt freeze of USAID funding forces African governments and civil society to recalibrate strategies, sparking a crucial shift towards sovereignty and sustainable domestic financing for health and gender programmes.

US Appeals Harvard Funding Ruling in Legal Battle

The Trump administration appeals a court order to release $2.7 billion in frozen research funds to Harvard University. Get the latest on this major legal and education funding battle.

Trump Appeals Order to Restore Harvard Funds

The Trump administration appeals a federal judge's decision to restore billions in funding to Harvard University. The legal battle continues over allegations of antisemitism and bias.

UAE invests $6bn in Africa's tourism sector

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.

4 Traffic Cops Arrested for Murder of Nigerian in SA

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.

Community beats man for alleged assault on child

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.

OHMS Capital Pioneers Financial Innovation in Nigeria

Discover how OHMS Capital is transforming Nigeria's investment landscape with data-driven fintech, blockchain ventures like WePairYou, and major agribusiness focus. Learn their growth strategy and vision for Africa.

Nigerian Startup Transforms Waste into Valuable Furniture

Discover how Lagos-based Zannytecture is tackling Nigeria's waste crisis by upcycling tyres and plastic bottles into stylish furniture, creating green jobs and generating millions in revenue. Read their inspiring story.

12 killed in South Africa hostel shooting

Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.

Podcast Lays Bare the Unfiltered Reality of Nigerian Startups

Lara Rawa and Eka Obaigbena share raw stories of building Lagos Cocktail Week and Biscuit & Co. on the Youth Empowered Podcast. Learn key lessons on persistence, quality, and smart reinvestment for Nigerian entrepreneurs. Watch the full episode now.

EU's Ukraine Funding Plan Exposes Hypocrisy on Colonial Debt

The EU's plan to use €210bn in frozen Russian assets for Ukraine faces legal risks, while ignoring calls for colonial reparations in Africa. This double standard threatens Europe's financial credibility. Read the full analysis.

Petit Snubs Nigeria, Picks AFCON 2025 Favourites

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.

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