Rwanda could use government spending as a strategic tool to build its domestic artificial intelligence industry, according to the World Bank’s latest global assessment of AI adoption. The Bank highlights Rwanda’s Public Procurement for Innovation framework as a model that…
Uganda and Tanzania are deepening their energy partnership with a new agreement designed to expand petroleum infrastructure, strengthen regional trade and attract billions of dollars in investment across East Africa. Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu…
Mintoak has acquired Dubai headquartered fintech company ICC Loyalty in a deal that expands the payments technology company’s presence across Africa, the Middle East, Eastern Europe and Asia. The acquisition marks a major step in Mintoak’s strategy to move beyond…
For three weeks, Cabo Verde became one of the most recognised names in global football. For a country of about 530,000 people, the exposure was extraordinary. But the significance went beyond football. It showed how sport can reshape a country’s…
Stephanie Karikari, entrepreneur, media personality and humanitarian, has been announced as a speaker at the 2026 African Entrepreneurship and Business Summit, AEBS, where she will lead a conversation on turning personal influence into sustainable enterprise. She will speak on “Building…
For Nigeria goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, football remains the foundation. But beyond the goalposts, a broader professional identity is taking shape, one that increasingly connects elite sport with fashion, culture, business and personal branding. The Udinese goalkeeper found himself at the…
Sola Oyebade, popularly known as Mr Mahogany, has been announced as a speaker at the 2026 African Entrepreneurship and Business Summit, AEBS, where he will lead a discussion on the need for stronger business models within Africa’s creative economy. Sola…
Professor Jason Arday has resigned from the University of Cambridge with immediate effect as the university investigates new concerns surrounding his academic qualifications, honorary appointments and allegations of academic misconduct. Cambridge announced the investigation on Wednesday after receiving what it…
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola has invested roughly $300 million in First HoldCo this year, pushing his stake in the parent company of FirstBank above 26% and intensifying speculation that he could ultimately seek majority control. Otedola now controls nearly 12…
Beninese music icon Angélique Kidjo is set to make history on August 18, becoming the first African musician and the first Black African performer to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Kidjo will receive the 2,854th star…