12 killed in South Africa hostel shooting
Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.
Gunmen stormed an illegal bar in a Pretoria hostel, killing 12 people, including three children. Police link the tragedy to unlicensed liquor outlets.
Ghana will host the inaugural Africa Real Estate Festival (AREF) in April 2026. The event themed 'Innovation Meets Identity' aims to shape the continent's urban future. Read more.
Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit has named Morocco and South Africa as his favourites to win AFCON 2025, snubbing Nigeria's Super Eagles. Get the full story and expert analysis here.
South Africa announces it will not participate in the 2026 G20 meetings after the US barred its inclusion. Get the full details on this diplomatic standoff and its implications for multilateralism.
Paramount Africa ceases operations in Nigeria & South Africa after 20 years. MTV Base & BET Africa will disappear from DStv & GOtv on January 1, 2026. Details here.
An expert reveals how major societal disruptions like #EndSARS protests and the Twitter ban transformed news consumption in Nigeria, eroding trust in traditional media and empowering citizen journalism.
At the 2025 Social Innovators Programme, LEAP Africa declared Africa a global innovation centre driven by youth. Discover the award winners and key insights.
Experts in Lagos warn that Africa's development is stunted by massive private wealth flowing offshore. Building local Family Offices is key to keeping capital at home. Read more.
Africa's inaugural G20 Summit in South Africa sees UAE commit $1bn to AI development. Discover how Gulf investment is transforming the continent's tech future. Read more.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu advocates for a transformative economic partnership between Nigeria and South Africa at the Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce's 25th-anniversary event. Discover the new strategic vision.
Nigeria's comprehensive Tax Act 2025 takes effect Jan 1, 2026. This guide explains new rates, deductions, and how to calculate your tax as a salary earner or freelancer.
The Guardian Newspaper celebrated a double victory at the 19th Nigeria Media Nite Out Awards. David Meshioye and Suliyat Tella won top honours for political and society writing. Discover their award-winning work!
CIO and C-Suite Club Africa recognized technology leaders shaping Africa's digital transformation. Discover the award winners and key insights from the Lagos event.
New research exposes severe psychological trauma among Nigerian journalists covering conflicts. Study calls for urgent mental health support systems for media professionals.
Nigeria advocates for equitable mineral trade and ethical AI at Africa's inaugural G20 Summit. China-Africa partnership launches modernization initiative to boost continental development.
The Seams Deaf Pro Foundation hosts the 4th All Africa Deaf Arts Festival in Oyo State, Dec 1-6. Empowering Deaf youth through arts training and performances for a more inclusive creative economy.
Explore how Nigerian cartoonists use satire to address pressing national concerns. Discover the power of editorial cartoons in sparking public discourse and holding leaders accountable.
The European Union has mobilised €15.5 billion to accelerate Africa's clean energy transition, promising electricity for millions and sustainable industrial growth.
President Tinubu advocates for equitable mineral benefits, AI governance, and financial reforms at G20 Summit. Nigeria pushes for value addition and ethical technology standards.
The 34th Diamond Awards for Media Excellence (DAME) in Lagos will honour 3 veterans and 20 winners. Discover the impact on Nigerian journalism and the future of media.
Dr Alim Abubakre's appointment to the Business Council for Africa board marks a strategic move to enhance UK-Africa business relations, governance, and leadership development. Discover how this shapes continental prosperity.
Russian Africa Corps forces in Mali fail to break jihadist fuel blockade as civilian casualties mount. Learn how Moscow's strategy impacts Sahel security.
African women lawyers and UN officials warn that weak legal protection threatens justice and stability across Africa. Learn about the urgent call for reform at AWLA conference.
James Ojo Adakole from Legit.ng earns prestigious fellowship to attend the Global Investigative Journalism Conference in Malaysia. Discover his journey and the event's impact.
Nigeria mourns veteran journalist Dan Agbese, a fearless truth-teller who shaped media through Newswatch and The Nigeria Standard. His legacy inspires generations.
NUJ President Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi urges Nigerian journalists to fight misinformation and restore public trust through ethical reporting at 2025 National Media Summit in Jalingo.
Johannesburg hosts Africa's inaugural G20 summit amid global tensions. Learn about South Africa's priorities, US boycott, and the event's significance for the continent.
Information Minister Mohammed Idris and Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu mourn veteran journalist Dan Agbese, co-founder of Newswatch magazine, who died at 81. Read tributes to this media titan.
Veteran journalist Dan Agbese, co-founder of Newswatch magazine, has died in Lagos at 81. A key shaper of modern Nigerian journalism, his legacy in investigative reporting endures. Read more.
Nigeria and UN launch Regional Partnership for Democracy to enhance elections, counter political violence, and strengthen institutions across West Africa. An African solution for African challenges.