technology-innovation
Amazon has made a $500 million bid to acquire Globalstar, a satellite communications company, in a move that could reshape the global internet landscape and have significant implications for Africa…
Apr 2, 2026
economy-business
Residents of Porepunkah, a small town in Victoria, Australia, have expressed a mix of shock, sadness, and relief following the conclusion of a seven-month police manhunt that dominated local and na…
Apr 2, 2026
economy-business
Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi was abruptly fired by President Donald Trump, sparking a major political scandal as senior aides Pete Hegseth and Kristi Noem were present during the dismissal.…
Apr 2, 2026
economy-business
Obercom, Nigeria's National Communications Commission, has announced a new initiative to provide artificial intelligence (AI) training for journalists, aiming to equip them with the skills needed t…
Apr 2, 2026
economy-business
A former teacher in Nigeria has been charged with nine counts, including engaging in sexual activity with an underage female student, sparking a national conversation about the protection of minors…
Apr 2, 2026
economy-business
Doctors in Nigeria are making waves with the development of affordable prosthetics tailored for African patients, addressing a critical gap in healthcare access. The initiative, led by brothers Joh…
Apr 2, 2026
economy-business
The United States Federal Reserve's decision to raise interest rates has pushed 30-year mortgage rates to 6.46%, the highest in nearly seven months, according to the latest data from Freddie Mac. T…
Apr 2, 2026
economy-business
In a landmark move that has ignited national discourse, the government of Viveu has introduced a new gender identity law that could redefine legal recognition of gender in the country. The legislat…
Apr 2, 2026
politics-governance
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly condemned former governor of Osun State, Senator Rauf Aregbesola, and former presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, for what it called the "hijack" of…
Apr 2, 2026
economy-business
Tamil Nadu has appointed Sandeep Rai Rathore as its new police chief ahead of the upcoming state elections, marking a significant shift in the state's law enforcement leadership. The move comes ami…
Apr 2, 2026
economy-business
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) ended their innings at 154/7 after 14.3 overs in a high-stakes match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a live clash. The game, which has drawn significant attention f…
Apr 2, 2026
economy-business
The Lisbon Stock Exchange saw a notable rise, driven by strong performance from energy companies, with Galp, one of Portugal's leading energy firms, climbing nearly 4% in a single day. The surge ca…
Apr 2, 2026