Africa

7 Unforgettable Days in Algeria at Africa’s Largest Trade & Creative Showcase #IATF2025 – Here’s What You Need to Know!
Algiers, Algeria – A City That Captured My Soul Photo by Layomi Cole After an exhilarating week in Algiers attending the #IATF2025 with a spotlight...

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News & Gossips
2 months ago2 months ago

Algiers, Algeria – A City That Captured My Soul Photo by Layomi Cole After an exhilarating week in Algiers attending the #IATF2025 with a spotlight on the Creative Africa Nexus (#CANEX), I’m thrilled to share my journey and discoveries. As a Lagos native, punctuality is my travel mantra-I always arrive at the airport well ahead...

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Unlock Business Growth in Africa: Expert Tips from AvadaPay on Choosing the Perfect Payment Gateway
When discussing the potential for business growth in Africa, common highlights include the continent’s booming population, increasing internet access, and the rapid adoption of mobile...

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Tech
2 months ago2 months ago

When discussing the potential for business growth in Africa, common highlights include the continent’s booming population, increasing internet access, and the rapid adoption of mobile money as an alternative to traditional banking. While these factors are undeniably significant, a crucial yet often overlooked aspect is how companies manage the flow of funds across these diverse...

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Google Launches Free 1-Year Gemini AI Pro Subscription to Empower African Students
Google, a global leader in search technology, is launching a complimentary one-year subscription to its Gemini AI Pro plan specifically for young Africans. This initiative...

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Tech
2 months ago2 months ago

Google, a global leader in search technology, is launching a complimentary one-year subscription to its Gemini AI Pro plan specifically for young Africans. This initiative marks a significant step in democratizing artificial intelligence across the continent, empowering youth to harness AI for research and innovation. In a statement released on Thursday, James Mayinka, Google’s Senior...

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Despite a Massive $28 Billion Investment, Only 1 in 100 Africans Are Using 5G
In 2024, only about 1% of Africans were connected to 5G networks, despite an investment of $28 billion in next-generation mobile infrastructure over the previous...

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Tech
2 months ago2 months ago

In 2024, only about 1% of Africans were connected to 5G networks, despite an investment of $28 billion in next-generation mobile infrastructure over the previous five years. Data from the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and UNESCO reveal a stark contrast between the substantial financial commitments and the actual uptake by consumers, with the majority still...

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Lagos: Africa’s Fintech Powerhouse or an Infrastructural Time Bomb Waiting to Explode?
Lagos has transcended its reputation as merely Nigeria’s largest city to emerge as the leading fintech hub across Africa. According to a 2025 StartupList Africa...

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Tech
2 months ago2 months ago

Lagos has transcended its reputation as merely Nigeria’s largest city to emerge as the leading fintech hub across Africa. According to a 2025 StartupList Africa report, the metropolis boasts 503 active fintech startups-more than twice the number found in any other African city. Since 2020, Lagos has witnessed the birth of 256 new fintech ventures,...

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Benjamin and Odogu: Odegbami Foresees Brighton and AC Milan Stars Rising as Africa’s Ultimate Defensive Powerhouse
Segun Odegbami, a celebrated icon in Nigerian football history, has called for a thorough overhaul of the Super Eagles squad. He stresses the importance of...

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Sports
2 months ago2 months ago

Segun Odegbami, a celebrated icon in Nigerian football history, has called for a thorough overhaul of the Super Eagles squad. He stresses the importance of injecting young, dynamic players to rejuvenate the national team, especially as Nigeria faces the risk of missing out on the 2026 World Cup, reports Soccernet.ng. The 1980 Africa Cup of...

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Nigeria and Angola Forge Stronger Bonds with Landmark Bilateral Agreements
After a 24-year hiatus, Nigeria and Angola have reactivated their Bilateral Joint Economic Commission, culminating in new accords designed to enhance socio-economic, cultural, and political...

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Politics Today
2 months ago2 months ago

After a 24-year hiatus, Nigeria and Angola have reactivated their Bilateral Joint Economic Commission, culminating in new accords designed to enhance socio-economic, cultural, and political collaboration between the two nations. The fifth session of this joint commission convened over three days in Luanda, with Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and...

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Singer Charles Onyekachi Onyeabor Challenges Racism in Africa: “It’s Time to Stop Blaming Whites Alone
Charles Onyekachi Onyeabor, an Italian-Nigerian artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur, has sparked a vital dialogue on racism and moral failings within African communities. He urges Africans...

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Entertainment
2 months ago2 months ago

Charles Onyekachi Onyeabor, an Italian-Nigerian artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur, has sparked a vital dialogue on racism and moral failings within African communities. He urges Africans to reconsider the tendency to attribute all societal evils solely to white people. As the eldest son of the iconic Afro-funk legend William Onyeabor, Charles shared his perspective on social...

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80m Nigerian youth unemployed – Report
The report also highlighted that about 1.7 million graduates leave Nigeria’s universities and polytechnics every year, yet the economy continues to lack the capacity to...

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Politics Today
3 months ago3 months ago

The report also highlighted that about 1.7 million graduates leave Nigeria’s universities and polytechnics every year, yet the economy continues to lack the capacity to absorb them into the labour market. The post 80m Nigerian youth unemployed – Report appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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New Ebola Outbreak In DR Congo Claims 15 Lives
Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have confirmed a fresh outbreak of the Ebola virus, which has already killed 15 people since...

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Politics Today
3 months ago3 months ago

Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have confirmed a fresh outbreak of the Ebola virus, which has already killed 15 people since late August. The outbreak was declared in Central Kasai Province, Health Minister Samuel Roger Kamba announced on Thursday in the capital, Kinshasa. He noted that it is the 16th recorded...

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