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Film lovers and Nollywood enthusiasts have another reason to look forward to the 2026 Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), as the musical drama Which Way prepares to make its African premiere at the event on Tues…
NGX dips as market value falls again Barely 48 hours after the Dangote IPO closed, the Nigerian Exchange took on a decline trend. The Nigerian Exchange recorded a sharp decline as overall market capitalization fell to N1…
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has reported an impressive ₦879.9 billion profit before tax for the first nine months of 2026, highlighting its strong position in Nigeria's financial services industry. Accordin…
Nigerian Musician and popstar, Daniel Oyebanjo, popularly known as D'banj has recently posted a heartfelt tribute to his late son, who passed away from an accidental drowning incident back in June 2018, at just 13 months…
The 3rd Russia-Africa Summit has come and gone, but the echo from Moscow will remain a talking point till the next edition. It held from 28th to 29th of October, 2026, with a plenary at the Grand Kremlin Palace, and the…
Ghana is facing a political debate over the reported GH¢49.72 million cost of evacuating 1,964 citizens from South Africa following xenophobic tensions in the country. The evacuation, which took place between May 27 and…
For many years, doing business across various African nations has come with an unspoken and costly rule: if you want to trade with a neighbour, you typically have to go through the US dollar. However, recent insights fro…
The United States has widened restrictions on work visas and green-card sponsorships, and the move is being watched closely by Africans in tech and study-abroad circles. The change is not a total ban on visas. It targets…
The atmosphere across South Africa is starting to crackle with that familiar, high-voltage tension. Both Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates managed to secure massive wins right before the Soweto derby, and honestly, you c…
For many Nigerian football fans, supporting Chelsea is more than just following a football club. It is about memories, family traditions, unforgettable matches and years of watching the Blues through crowded viewing cent…
African music is becoming more popular around the world. From Amapiano to Afrobeat and Afro House, African artists are gaining international recognition and performing on bigger stages. However, an important question rem…
Nigerian rapper Zlatan Ibile has given fans another reason to talk about his wedding celebrations after showing off personalised wedding gifts from billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu. The singer shared pictures of the…
ShattaFest 2026 turns Accra Sports Stadium into sea of white Shatta Wale did it again. On Saturday, October 17, 2026, the Accra Sports Stadium Concert was completely filled as thousands of fans in all-white turned up for…
Africa's startup funding environment is becoming more challenging, particularly for young businesses that depend on external investment to develop their products and reach customers. A major development adding to these c…
Some comedy tours end with a final performance. Others feel like a homecoming. For Bovi, the conclusion of his Guilty as Charged tour was both. The tour wrapped up its Nigerian leg with a performance in Benin City on Oct…
Nigerian Fintech Startup Klump Shuts Down After Five Years Amid Funding Challenges Nigerian financial technology startup Klump has announced the closure of its operations after five years of providing Buy Now, Pay Later…
Nigerian music fans have another reason to celebrate as Peruzzi, Zlatan and rising singer Shoday take over the charts with their latest collaboration, INFERNO. Released on October 29, 2026, the song quickly gained attent…
Nigeria Investigates Two Suspected Ebola Cases in North-East as Health Authorities Intensify Surveillance Nigeria’s public health authorities are investigating two suspected cases of Ebola disease in the country’s North-…
