Moliy & Tyla Drop New Single “Body Go”
TWO OF AFRICA’S BRIGHTEST VOICES UNITE FOR ONE IRRESISTIBLE RECORD Today, viral hitmaker MOLIY returns with her new single “Body Go” with Grammy-winning global superstar Tyla, available now on all streaming platforms. The collaboration between two of Africa’s brightest stars delivers an effortless fusion of R&B, Pop, Amapiano and Afrobeats, creating a global dance anthem […]
South Africa’s DA seeks to replace race-based policies
A significant political debate over racial redress is intensifying within South Africa’s coalition government. The Democratic Alliance (DA), the second biggest party in the coalition, has proposed a bill to repeal race-based legislation designed to favor Black-owned businesses bidding for government contracts. The party has also called for scrapping the African National Congress (ANC)’s flagship Black Economic […]
Ethiopia exploring yuan debt swap with China
Ethiopia is actively negotiating with China to convert a portion of its $5.38 billion debt into yuan-denominated loans. This strategic move, following a similar deal by Kenya, aims to secure significant interest cost savings for the East African nation. The initiative is part of a broader trend among developing nations seeking to reduce their reliance on the […]
Can West Africa halt growing Jihadist extremism?
A devastating humanitarian crisis is unfolding as jihadist violence, originally concentrated in the Sahel, increasingly spills into coastal West African nations. This crisis, and its expansion, has created millions of refugees and displaced persons across the region. The regional response, however, remains fractured. While new alliances like the Association of Sahel States (AES) have formed, a truly […]
Billionaire Patrice Motsepe dismisses ANC presidency rumors
Billionaire Patrice Motsepe has firmly dismissed speculation that he intends to seek the ANC presidency, emphasizing that politics is not part of his plans. Speaking at the South African National Editors Forum in Johannesburg, Motsepe clarified that while he values public service, his contributions to South Africa do not require holding office. He described himself as […]
How Morocco’s football plan conquered the globe
Morocco has boldly announced its arrival as a global football powerhouse by becoming the first Arab nation to win the Under-20 World Cup. This historic victory, sealed with a 2-0 win over six-time winners Argentina, is the direct result of a long-term vision fueled by royal investment. The victory caps years of development by King Mohammed VI […]
Global aviation giants bet on Nigeria’s aviation boom
Nigeria is aggressively positioning itself to become Africa’s premier aviation hub, leading to significant interest from global industry leaders. The country’s strategy includes major infrastructure developments, such as a new maintenance facility in Lagos built with Brazilian partners, as well as a pioneering aeronautics university in Abuja. These initiatives are designed to cultivate local talent and […]
How redirecting capital can fuel Africa’s transformation
A new report by the United Bank for Africa has revealed a critical paradox stifling Africa’s economic potential: while the continent holds a massive $4 trillion in untapped capital, its most promising sectors remain starved of investment. The analysis attributes this to a “systematic misallocation” of funds, with most of the continent’s domestic financial assets flowing […]
Dozens of M23 rebels surrender in eastern DRC
Authorities have reported that 38 fighters from the M23 rebel group have surrendered to the Congolese army in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Military officials said the defectors—many of them kidnapped civilians, police officers, and soldiers—laid down their arms in North and South Kivu provinces as well as Kalehe. Their surrender follows renewed peace efforts between the DRC […]
Football academy empowers South Sudan’s youth
In Juba’s Sherikat suburb, the Young Dream Football Academy is transforming the lives of South Sudanese youth once trapped in gang violence. Founded by 24-year-old Alaak “Kuku” Akuei, a former gang member, the academy uses football to offer purpose, discipline, and a sense of belonging to hundreds of children. In a country still recovering from years of civil war and instability, […]
