Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, plans to open his Ethiopian fertiliser business to investors through a proposed stock market listing, potentially expanding African participation in the ownership of major industrial enterprises. The billionaire industrialist disclosed the plan at an investor…
Jihan Dimack’s historic Miss Grand International 2026 victory has become a defining moment for African representation. But beyond the crown lies a more compelling story: a young woman who spoke about love as a weapon against inequality, peace as an…
Zambia has secured a major health financing agreement with the United States after insisting that healthcare cooperation remain separate from negotiations over the country’s critical mineral resources. The two countries have signed a health memorandum of understanding (MoU) that commits…
Taylor Swift is set to perform at the upcoming Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on October 17, adding one of the world’s biggest music stars to an evening celebrating cinema, filmmaking and the preservation of film history. The annual…
Elon Musk has regained his trillionaire status after a rally in Tesla and SpaceX shares added approximately $22 billion to his fortune in a single morning. The rebound highlights how the performance of his companies continues to shape his position…
The late pop icon’s legendary red and black Thriller jacket, rhinestone studded glove worn during his groundbreaking Moonwalk debut, and iconic loafers are among the highlights of Julien’s Auctions’ inaugural Celebrity & Pop Culture Experience in Abu Dhabi. Described as…
Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayra Starr is set to make history as the first African artist to headline a halftime show at an international game of the National Football League, highlighting the growing global influence of African music.The singer will perform…
Burkina Faso has acquired the Chinese made Sky Dragon 30 air defense system as the West African country continues efforts to strengthen its military capabilities and expand its access to modern defense technology. The system, manufactured by China North Industries…
Tony Elumelu’s indirect stake in Seplat Energy Plc has gained approximately N311.5 billion in market value in just over two weeks, following a sharp rise in the energy company’s share price on the Nigerian Exchange Limited. The holding, owned through…
Yibrah Tesfazghi, former President and CEO of GE Africa, will bring nearly four decades of global corporate leadership experience to the African Entrepreneurship & Business Summit (AEBS) 2026, where he will lead a Masterclass on building African businesses and leaders…