- South Africa intensifies its critique of Israel, recalling diplomats and slamming actions in Gaza as war crimes. As international condemnation grows, the government contemplates further sanctions amid widespread protests and calls for a decisive international response. South Africa has recalled its…
- TOPLINE The woman who won the Nobel Peace Prize for her gender advocacy in Iran has started a hunger strike in prison, multiple outlets reported Monday, after she and other female inmates were blocked from receiving medical care over their refusal to wear a headscarf. KEY FACTS Narges Mohammadi was…
- Stephen Schmidt is Amazon’s Chief Security Officer, which means he is the person responsible for keeping the online retailing giant (last valued at over a trillion dollars) safe. It’s a massive undertaking which is why when Schmidt did the keynote of a conference wearing a t-shirt with the slogan ‘…
- The recent AGOA summit in Johannesburg beckoned calls for its extension beyond September 2025 amidst diplomatic tensions. With a backdrop of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and US-Africa relations at a delicate juncture, the summit explored the potential reshaping of trade norms, eyeing a more…
- TOPLINE FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried was convicted of multiple fraud and conspiracy charges Thursday, bringing an end to a month-long trial in which prosecutors accused Bankman-Fried of stealing and using billions of dollars from his own customers. KEY FACTS Bankman-Fried, 31, was found guilty of…
- This New York City store has been preserving traditional Moroccan handicrafts for nearly 25 years. After the recent devastating earthquake in Morocco, they hope to do everything possible to bring the country back on its feet. It’s not every day that Moroccans see a devastating earthquake crush…
- What started out as an idea between two best friends, a little over a decade ago, grew into an established business operating nationally and recently becoming global partners with a billion Euro European technology group. It’s the classic nothing-to-something, rags-to-riches story. Eco-Cycle…
- TOPLINE Disney’s sports broadcasting network ESPN could be valued at about $24 billion, according to a Bank of America analyst note, which said potential investment suitors like Amazon, Apple and Verizon could help manage Disney’s push to transition from linear TV toward streaming. KEY FACTS Disney…
- Eco-luxury brand RAW Beauty draws its inspiration from the transitional nature of the African Sahel. Founder Ruqayya Tofa-Basheer says her own personal skin challenges led her to this line of work. Clean beauty is on the rise. According to researchandmarkets.com, the worldwide clean beauty industry…
- Climate change continues to be at the top of the agenda for both developing and developed nations. It brings with it unprecedented challenges. This uncertainty has brought about the need for governments and businesses alike to create climate-resilient societies and markets. Mark Boshoff, Head of…
- TOPLINE The Israel Defense Forces admitted to striking the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza—an attack that Hamas said killed dozens and injured hundreds—and said it killed a senior Hamas commander in the attack. KEY FACTS A spokesperson for Israel said the IDF killed a Hamas commander who…
- The number of startups in Nigeria surpassed 3,360 last year, reportedly the highest count in Africa. A look at how incubators and accelerators can play an invaluable role in boosting young business in Africa’s biggest economy to go from startup to success. With a population of approximately 218.5…
- TOPLINE Social media company X internally valued itself at $19 billion as of Monday, multiple news organizations reported, a 55% drop from what Elon Musk paid for the company last October—following a year of sweeping change and revenue struggles at the company formerly known as Twitter. KEY FACTS…
- Unmuting, raising your hand, chiming in—interruptions are simply awkward on Zoom. Here’s how to effectively—and politely—interrupt someone in a virtual meeting, according to experts. Allison Shapira doesn’t shy away from using her voice: A self-proclaimed extrovert, the founder of a public speaking…
- The growing participation of iconic South African fashion designers in exclusive international fashion events, as witnessed in September 2023 at the Paris, Milan and New York Fashion Weeks respectively, not only bodes well for the careers of top South African fashion designers but for the entire SA…
- The South African informal sector is vibrant, pulsating with entrepreneurial energy. Valued at almost $10 billion and representing 17% of the country’s total jobs, the informal economy is an indispensable cog in the economic machine. And yet, it remains largely disconnected from formal financial…
- Following a $150 million aid for Togo’s development in September, the World Bank and the Office Chérifien des Phosphates (OCP) Group are partnering to support farmers in Togo and other West African nations. They formalized this collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in…
- In an electrifying match that had the world on the edge of its seat, South Africa’s Springboks made history by clinching their fourth Rugby World Cup title. Defeating the formidable New Zealand All Blacks 12-11, the Springboks claimed the Web Ellis Cup for the fourth time. On October 28, 2023, the…
- TOPLINE Starlink internet satellites will be made accessible to aid organizations in Gaza, according to a Saturday post from SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, as the region continues to experience Israeli bombardments amid a communications blackout that began Friday. KEY FACTS Musk pledged Starlink…
- The World Bank’s recent $1 billion loan to South Africa aims to reform the nation’s struggling energy sector and facilitate a green transition. While the initiative promises substantial change, the historical challenges and complexities surrounding South Africa’s energy landscape call for a…
- Ghana has secured critical financing support for its climate adaptation and mitigation endeavors during the recently concluded 2023 International Monetary Fund (IMF)/World Bank Group (WBG) Annual Meetings. Finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta disclosed this to the Ghana News Agency. At the forefront of…
- TOPLINE The diabetes drug Mounjaro will be tested alongside an experimental treatment to study how to maintain muscle mass while losing weight, according to an announcement Thursday—after earlier studies suggested some other increasingly popular weight-loss drugs may cause people to lose lean…
- Deborah Okenla, founder of Your Startup, Your Story, has made it her mission to build and guide a diverse range of entrepreneurs in the United Kingdom. That has transformed to over 17,000 members in six years and she has helped raise over £5 million. Your Startup, Your Story (YSYS) founder and CEO…
- TOPLINE Google will require Android apps to let users report scammy or inappropriate AI-generated content if they want to stay on the Google Play Store, according to a policy update, amid fears that AI-based apps are being exploited by users to create NSFW and non-consensual content. KEY FACTS…
- IMF acknowledges Nigeria’s economic challenges: 26% inflation, naira pressure. CBN lifts forex ban, but concerns persist over exchange rate unification. Analysts weigh in on potential dollar loan effects. Swift government action is urged to clear outstanding forwards amid rising demand for dollars…
- TOPLINE The White House, which hosted a discussion about growing right to repair legislation across the country, announced Tuesday that Apple will make parts, tools and documentation needed for consumers and independent repair shops across the U.S. to repair Apple products themselves, signaling a…
- Nigeria’s minister Wale Edun announced the country is to chair World Bank’s African Governors’ Forum, marking a diplomatic and economic shift, emphasizing unity for an energy transition, with potential global impact and investor interest in sustainable development. This revelation has stirred…
- Growing up poor in Ghana, Kwaku Boateng Brommon had to sell water to make ends meet. The handmade bespoke suits he now designs for the country’s affluent and powerful tell a tale of hardship and tenacity. Not many can go from selling sachets of water in a remote village in Ghana at the age of […]
- TOPLINE Chevron will acquire Hess Corporation as part of an all-stock transaction valued at $53 billion, the energy giant announced Monday, the second-largest deal by a major oil firm this month since a nearly $60 billion acquisition by Exxon Mobil nearly 2 weeks ago. KEY FACTS The deal values Hess…
- A look at some of South Africa’s quintessential micro-businesses producing artisanal, farm-fresh food and drink that make them big on flavor – and success. Despite South Africa’s challenging economy, there is a thriving industry of micro-businesses focused on producing artisanal foods and drinks.…
- If you’ve ever wanted to experience the privacy and luxury of a premium yacht, but also want the wide range of facilities that only a large cruise ship can offer, your dream is sure to come true this summer. MSC Cruises’ ship-within-a-ship concept, MSC Yacht Club on-board MSC Splendida, is coming…
- TOPLINE Humanitarian aid continued to flow into Gaza Sunday afternoon through the Rafah border crossing—the crossing between Egypt and Gaza that was opened for the first time in two weeks on Saturday. KEY FACTS Fourteen additional aid trucks were allowed into Gaza Sunday afternoon, according to a…
- When opportunity knocks, one needs to know how to open the door. Entrepreneur Kenny Annan-Jonathan, who has Ghanaian roots, did exactly that, highlighting the necessity for football players to be able to express who they are through fashion. Kenny Annan-Jonathan recently made history as the first-…
- In a dramatic Rugby World Cup semi-final, the Springboks edged out England 16-15. Fueled by unity and last-minute heroics from Handré Pollard, the South African team are now gearing up for a highly-anticipated final against their arch-rivals, the New Zealand All Blacks. In a stunning display of…
- Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State, disclosed construction begins soon for a $100 million African Film City Project, emphasizing support for Nollywood’s growth. Stakeholders welcome the initiative as a game-changer, addressing industry challenges and foreseeing economic and cultural…
- TOPLINE Shares for Netflix rose by over 15% on Thursday, the largest single-day gain for the firm in nearly three years, after the streaming service reported growth that exceeded analyst expectations, and price increases. KEY FACTS Netflix shares rose by 15.92% to $401.30 as of Thursday morning,…
- Inflation in South Africa spikes to 5.4% year-on-year, intensifying economic pressures. As food and fuel prices soar, the Reserve Bank considers interest rate adjustments, potentially deepening consumer debt. Dawie Roodt, renowned economist, breaks down the challenges and offers insights into the…
- Addressing the challenges faced by manufacturers requires a systematic approach to boosting operations and optimizing technological processes. These include reaping the benefits of 5G connectivity which, alone, is predicted to add $13,2 trillion to the global value produced by industries by 2035.…
- TOPLINE Israel approved Egypt delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza on Wednesday shortly after President Joe Biden arrived and the U.S. and other countries applied pressure to allow the aid, reports say. KEY FACTS Israel will allow “food, water and medicine” for civilians in the southern Gaza Strip “…
- Manufacturing job losses spike to 108.7% in Nigeria. Analysts call for urgent policy reforms. The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has reported a 108.7% increase in job losses within the manufacturing sector for the first half of the year in Africa’s biggest economy, marking the highest…
- As they grapple with keeping their businesses afloat, Palestinian founders are grieving the loss of life and community in Gaza, with many currently unable to reach friends, family and colleagues. alestinian founder Ram Mere was pitching his startup, Olivery, to a Startups Without Borders program…
- Amazon announces its expansion with Amazon.co.za next year, focusing on emerging markets. In a move highlighting their growing focus on emerging markets, Amazon recently announced its plans to launch Amazon.co.za in South Africa in 2024, sending ripples through the online retail and software space…
- The UNICEF has secured a four-year supply of the newly WHO-approved R21/Matrix-M vaccine that could revolutionize malaria prevention, especially in Africa where 90% of fatalities occur. Malaria, one of the most widely-known parasitic diseases to mankind, takes the life of a child every minute…
- Situated in the vibrant heart of Rwanda’s capital, the Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre in Kigali isn’t merely a hotel, it’s a holistic leisure destination. Seamlessly combining luxury, comfort, gastronomy, and entertainment, this establishment ensures that every guest experiences the…
- TOPLINE Stocks of Pfizer and other Covid vaccine makers like BioNTech and Moderna fell in premarket trading Monday after the company slashed its revenue forecasts last week, a change in fortune for the sector as demand for the pandemic-related products that propelled them to record profits last…
- A long way to go before captain Siya Kolisi can hold the World Cup trophy aloft in Paris. South Africa’s nerve-jangling 29-28 quarterfinal victory over hosts France has reignited belief the side can win back-to-back Rugby World Cup titles, but there is a long way to go before captain Siya Kolisi…
- TOPLINE Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office dismissed media reports about a supposed ceasefire with Hamas and delivering aid to Gaza in exchange for hostages on Monday, a day after UN authorities warned that they can no longer provide humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian…
- Nigeria’s top seven most profitable publicly-listed companies, including five banks, Dangote Cement, and MTN Nigeria, reported a total profit before tax of ₦1.89 trillion ($2.43 billion) in H1 2023. Bank profits surged due to gains from foreign exchange transactions. UBA led with ₦404 billion ($520…
- The globalization of African sound has never been more exponentially evident than what we are witnessing now. The innovators behind this moment and momentum have proven that the popularity of the sound stems not only from the genre but from the authenticity of just being African. Meet the hit music…
- South Africa | Flutist, producer, and composer Spotify Monthly Listeners: 16.8K YouTube Total Average Views: 13 Million SOCIAL MEDIA NET WORTHInstagram: 13.1K Twitter: 14.7K Facebook: 99K Words and Curation: Chanel Retief|Art Director: Lucy Nkosi | Photography: Katlego Mokubyane Photography…
