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What Nigerians Searched Most on Google in 2026: Football, Celebrity Drama and Global News Lead From football excitement and celebrity controversies to fuel-related international news, Nigerians have shown a wide range of…
Understanding Nigeria’s National Payment Stack Every day, millions of Nigerians use bank apps, USSD codes, POS terminals and fintech platforms to send and receive money. Although these transactions often take only a few…
Kenya’s New Payment Deal Could Make Online Shopping Cheaper Online shopping has become part of everyday life for many people in Kenya. From buying clothes and electronics to ordering household items, customers increasing…
Gauteng is not slowing down this November. If your calendar is still empty, it is not because there is nothing to do. A new roundup from IOL has put together 10 events for the month, and the mix is exactly what Gauteng d…
Football fans in South Africa and Kenya have something exciting to look forward to as the two countries prepare to meet in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The South Africa vs Kenya clash is expected to…
South Africans have celebrated the 55th anniversary of Artscape, one of the country's famous cultural and performing arts centres, with a special gala concert in Cape Town on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The celebration mar…
D’banj brings global music catalogue to Nigeria Nigerian Afrobeats star D’banj has taken a new step in the music business by making selected international songs available to Nigerian fans through a simple mobile system…
NBO FILM FESTIVAL WINNERS GIVE KENYA FRESH GIST African Cinema Celebrates New Talent as NBO Film Festival Announces 2026 Winners Kenya’s film industry has something new to celebrate as the NBO Film Festival announces its…
South African YouTuber and digital entertainer Lasizwe Dambuza is taking on a new challenge as a contestant on Celebrity Come Dine With Me South Africa. The content creator, who is widely known for his online series Awkw…
The internet recently buzzed after global Afrobeats star Davido posted a series of striking photos from a high-profile meeting in New York City. These weren’t just casual selfies: the images showed the music icon alongsi…
Huawei Kenya trains students and officials in cybersecurity Huawei Kenya has taken its message about online safety and technology careers to students and government officials in Kiambu County, through a cybersecurity awa…
Black Star fashion summit sells Ghana’s style dream Ghana is looking to turn its fashion industry into a business opportunity following the maiden Black Star Fashion Week Summit held in Accra on November 4. The summit br…
Safaricom PLC has reported a significant increase in profits, with its mobile money service, M-Pesa, recording impressive growth. The company’s latest financial results highlight the increasing importance of digital fina…
Nigeria stablecoin rules put crypto access in focus Nigeria’s Central Bank has introduced a ₦15 billion minimum paid-up capital requirement for companies seeking to issue foreign-currency-referenced stablecoins, includin…
Sugar prices in Kenya have started falling following a significant increase in local sugar production, bringing relief to consumers and households struggling with the rising cost of living. The increase in locally produc…
From November 3, every person flying to the United States must sign a health declaration before boarding, because of the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo. This is not a visa change. It is not a test. It is a signed statement…
South African football fans have a new young player to keep an eye on. Siyanda Ndlovu is quickly making a name for himself at Mamelodi Sundowns, and his recent performances have earned him a place in the Bafana Bafana sq…
Zimbabwe’s drought fund plan puts food fears in focus. To strengthen food protection and prepare for severe weather, the Zimbabwe government is assembling a $500 million drought prevention fund. a move that could shape f…
