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The news hit the wires this week and immediately set global media circles buzzing: Christiane Amanpour is finally ready to say goodbye. After more than four decades of reporting from the world's most dangerous corners, t…
PREAMBLE: Whatsapp has become one of the most important communication tools for businesses seeking to connect with customers, promote products, answer enquiries and increase sales. From small retail shops to large int…
From supermarket prices to school fees abroad, here is how naira appreciation could affect everyday Nigerians — and why relief may not come immediately. When Nigerians hear that the naira could strengthen further against…
Nigeria confirmed an Ebola case in Abuja on Tuesday after a woman (wife of a diplomat) who is a traveller with a travel history to the Eastern part of the country, Kampala, Uganda, arrived in Nigeria. The patient present…
Okey Bakassi has a simple message for anyone sharing reports that his wife wants a divorce: the story is false. The veteran Nigerian comedian and actor, whose real name is Okechukwu Anthony Onyegbule, has publicly denied…
As Wednesday winds down, PUNCH Online brings you the major stories making headlines across politics, entertainment and the Metro in Nigeria. In politics, Omoyele Sowore’s African Action Congress seeks approval to inaugur…
Nigeria’s foreign exchange market is attracting renewed attention following reports that demand for foreign currency rose sharply in the second quarter of 2026, driven largely by increased demand for services. The develo…
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has acquired a 24.76% stake in Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) in a deal valued at around KSh42.5 billion. This is a significant expansion of his footprint in the energy sector in East Afr…
PREPARATION FOR THE SECOND LEG ENCOUNTER: Durban City CAF head coach Eric Tinkler prepares for a crucial second-leg encounter against Mauritian side AS Port Louis 2000 in the CAF Confederation Cup. Despite securing a 3-1…
TikTok's reported access difficulties in parts of Northern Nigeria have raised concerns among users, content creators and small businesses that rely on the platform to reach their audiences. What Users Reported Users in…
Big concerts and lineup posters are flying around again in Nigeria and Ghana. A flyer says Burna Boy and Wizkid live in Accra next week, or Shatta Wale with free tickets. Readers often share first and check later. As a w…
Lagos shines again as African tech is on the map, in the spotlight Moonshot by TechCabal is back in Lagos, and it's a clear reminder that the city remains a key hub for the continent's tech ecosystem. The conference retu…
Kenyan President William Ruto has promised continued investment in sports infrastructure as the country prepares to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Uganda and Tanzania. The commitment highlights Ken…
Before the sun came up over Eldoret, thousands of Kenyans had already filled the stands of Kipchoge Keino Stadium. Some arrived in the middle of the night. Others travelled from different parts of the country and reporte…
New Music Friday Nigeria has delivered a busy week for music fans, with Fireboy DML, Victony, Blaqbonez and Solana among the artists releasing new music. The latest drops span melodic Afrobeats, hip-hop and Yoruba-inspir…
Kenya’s Middle East Flights Rebound as Travel Demand Returns Air travel between Kenya and the Middle East is picking up again, bringing renewed opportunities for business, employment and family connections. The rebound…
Auditions for the seventh season of Big Brother Mzansi, titled “Uphethen?”, are officially open, giving aspiring housemates an opportunity to compete for a place in the popular South African reality television show. Acco…
More than 10,000 music lovers packed Republic Hall at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) for the Guinness Ghana DJ Awards All Out Rave, turning the campus venue into a vibrant hub of music, da…
