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Dangote Refinery IPO Buzz Puts Nigeria on the Map as Investors Place ₦6.4 Trillion in Orders Nigeria Business News Today | October 29, 2026 The Dangote Refinery IPO has attracted major attention in Nigeria's business com…
Burna Boy has landed it heavy. Nigerian music star Burna Boy has taken another major step onto the international stage after being selected to headline the halftime show at the National Football League’s (NFL) historic P…
An old video of Nigerian content creator Peller asking his fans to report Carter Efe's TikTok account has resurfaced online following the reported permanent ban of Carter Efe's main account. The video began circulating a…
Fake pages and old clips keep confusing fans. This evergreen guide helps you quickly tell if a celebrity update is really from the person. Start from the official social media page first Before you share, always go to th…
Rachel Kolisi is taking a South African story of resilience, identity and starting again to a new audience. Her Falling Forward roadshow is heading to London on November 19, marking an international chapter for a documen…
DURBAN, South Africa — Zambia’s Red Arrows have knocked Kaizer Chiefs out of the CAF Confederation Cup after winning a tense penalty shootout, delivering a major CAF upset that left the South African club and its support…
The United States has moved routine visa services from several African posts to regional hubs, changing where many applicants must attend interviews. For Nigerians, the shift is particularly significant: Abuja is among t…
In the age of viral content, a celebrity story, whether a shocking health update, a scandalous breakup, or a heartwarming announcement can spread across social media in minutes. The temptation to be among the first to sh…
Something is happening at the National Theatre in Lagos this week, and for once the buzz online is not about a celebrity wedding or a political scandal. It is about a tech conference. Moonshot 2026 opens its doors on Oct…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced a transport support package for public service workers in an effort to reduce the financial pressure caused by the rising cost of living. According to reports published on…
NAIROBI, Kenya — Michael Panther has achieved an inspiring milestone at the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon, completing the full 42-kilometre race in a specialised racing wheelchair and raising KSh 5 million to suppo…
Grammy Award-winning Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, headlined the final night of the 2026 Afro Plus Fest in Maryland, United States, as he marked 15 years since his breakthrough in mu…
Nigerian singer Tekno has reignited a long-standing conversation within the music industry regarding the origins of Afrobeats. During a recent interview on Hot 97 in New York, the artist challenged the widely held narrat…
Fresh stories around Young Jonn, Spotify in Ghana and Samini show how music now links tightly with brands, events and apps. This is a simple explainer readers can keep using. From streams to real money African music is n…
NSE Market Value Hits Record in Kenya Despite Sharp Drop in Share Trading Kenya’s Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) reached a historic milestone in the third quarter of 2026, with its total market value rising above Sh4…
Africa CDC’s Ebola Summit Keeps Region Alert Africa CDC has called an emergency health meeting as Ebola spreads across parts of Africa, following Nigeria’s confirmation of its first case in the current outbreak. The Afri…
Ethiopia Border Clashes Force Family to Flee Their Home and Seek Safety in Kenya A family has been forced to leave their home and seek safety in Kenya following reports of fighting near the Ethiopia border, highlighting…
Reports say the US is reducing visa processing hubs across Africa, raising fears of longer wait times. It's a global story with direct impact on African travellers. Cover: 1) what the reported change is, 2) who is most a…
