Venezuela's official exchange rate for the US dollar rose to 42,500 bolivars on 14 April 2026, according to the Banco Central de Venezuela (BCV), marking a slight increase from the previous week. T…
Beatriz Pessoa Desta, the Brazilian-born singer-songwriter, has unveiled her third studio album, "Muito," in Lagos, marking a significant step in her transcontinental musical journey. The album, re…
Mark Carney, the governor of the Bank of Canada, urged national unity on Monday following the Liberal Party’s decisive victory in a key by-election. The win, which saw the party secure a majority i…
Nigeria's federal government has banned wheat imports, triggering immediate price hikes in major cities like Lagos and Abuja. The move, announced by the Ministry of Trade, aims to boost local grain…
Pakistan has issued a stark warning that fuel rationing could be imposed across the country if tensions in the Hormuz Strait persist, raising concerns over energy security and economic stability. T…
Minister of Finance Miranda Sarmento has come under scrutiny after a recent speech in Lagos where she outlined a new economic strategy, leading to speculation about whether the plan is a genuine re…
Neste, a Nigerian tech startup, has launched a digital learning hub in Lagos, aiming to provide free online education to 50,000 students by the end of the year. The initiative, supported by the Lag…
Africa is taking a decisive step to integrate drone technology into its security and development frameworks, aiming to address the growing strategic impact of drones on future conflicts. The Africa…
Quais, a key economic policy initiative in Nigeria, has taken a major step forward as the Federal Ministry of Finance unveils new measures aimed at accelerating infrastructure and job creation. The…
Prosecutors in Nigeria have charged Stefan Pildes, the founder of the annual SantaCon event, with embezzling $1 million from a charity pub crawl that was meant to support local community projects. …
BBC One has confirmed that Sheridan Smith’s new crime drama, developed by the creator of The Responder, will debut in October 2024. The show, which has generated significant anticipation among Brit…
Kusal Mendis, the Sri Lankan cricketer, remained silent when asked during a press conference whether he regretted leaving the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for the Indian Premier League (IPL). The mo…