Elon Musk’s Starlink entry causes havoc in South Africa
Minister Malatsi emphasized that South Africa is not creating exemptions for Starlink or any individual company.
Kenya kills Matatu Culture by banning graffiti on commuter Buses
Authorities emphasized that heavily tinted windows and decorative graffiti obstruct drivers’ visibility, contributing to accidents, and hinder law enforcement’s ability to monitor passenger safety.
United Nations extends arms embargo on South Sudan
The embargo seeks to limit the proliferation of weapons in a country where armed groups continue to perpetrate violence, displacing millions and exacerbating a humanitarian crisis. The resolution also extends the mandate of the UN Panel of Experts to oversee…
Ecobank wins the Best Bank in Africa prize at the Global Finance Awards
In selecting the best bank winners, Global Finance’s judges considered factors including growth in assets, profitability, geographic reach, strategic relationships, new business development and innovation in products.
DSTV Named Number One Most Admired African Media Brand in 2025
Launched in 1995, DStv has evolved from a digital satellite television pioneer into a content powerhouse, transforming the African viewing experience through continuous innovation, investment in local content, and a deep commitment to telling African stories.
Malaysia now to produce South Sudan passports after the German firm called it quits
The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) took place during an official visit by a high-level South Sudanese delegation to Malaysia, which was headed by Major General Eliya Costa
President João Lourenço of Angola becomes ‘Energy Person of the year.’
President Lourenço’s long-term strategy to revitalize the industry saw a series of milestones achieved, and in 2025, the country continues to witness a positive growth trajectory across its oil and gas sector.
Nearly 300 million people are starving around the world in 2025
Conflict, economic shocks, climate extremes and forced displacement continued to drive food insecurity and malnutrition around the world, with catastrophic impacts on many already fragile regions.
Over 100,000 Displaced Persons in South Sudan refuse to vacate from Bentiu Camp
The call to break the camp was made by South Sudan’s Vice President for Infrastructure Taban Deng Gai during his recent tour of the region
Hyatt Hotels’ Footprint in Africa Set for 50 percent Room Growth before 2030
In the next two years, Hyatt hotels are set to debut in new markets within the region, including the anticipated opening of Hyatt Regency Lagos Ikeja in Nigeria and Johannesburg