- Your cheat sheet to working smarter with machines. AI is rapidly disrupting Africa’s job market, many becoming redundant at a rapid rate while other roles are at risk because of AI’s ability to process large volumes of tasks across multiple skillsets and fields. It’s a challenging time–one that the…
- The continent made its fashion statement at the Met Gala, where, among prominent others, South Africa’s Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe of AFI wore a gown designed by David Tlale that took over 60 hours to make. Also in attendance was billionaire Patrice Motsepe. South African businesswoman and…
- Topline White smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel just after 6 p.m. local time—indicating the cardinal electors have chosen a successor to Pope Francis, ending a two-day conclave more than two weeks after Francis died. Key Facts The white smoke signifies a candidate received the necessary two-…
- Speaking at the official opening ceremony of the facility’s hub in the capital city, Praia, on Monday, May 5, the Prime Minister said the TechPark brings together established companies, startups, and entrepreneurs—both seasoned and just starting out—into a shared working environment. According to…
- Topline The papal conclave begins at the Vatican Wednesday, the secretive process by which cardinals seclude themselves for what could be several days as they elect a new leader for the Catholic Church, weeks after the death of Pope Francis. Key Facts On Wednesday afternoon, 133 cardinal electors…
- The development comes exactly 120 days since President John Dramani Mahama returned to office, marking a critical checkpoint in his administration’s efforts to stabilize the economy after years of fiscal distress. Ghana’s consumer inflation eased for a fourth consecutive month in April, falling to…
- Zimbabwe is now set for one of its biggest cricket seasons in over two decades. There was a time not so long ago when cricket in Zimbabwe was deep in the doldrums, with the national team battling for fixtures against quality opponents and financial issues curtailing the progress of the game in the…
- Topline India launched missile strikes in Pakistan early on Wednesday, two weeks after it accused Pakistan of being involved in a terrorist attack on the tourist town of Pahalgam that killed over two dozen people. Key Facts The Indian Ministry of Defense said in a statement said the strikes…
- Glitz and glamor took centerstage as fashion moguls and style devotees descended for the latest instalment of the South African Fashion Week (SAFW) SS25 in Johannesburg. For three nights in late April at The Forum Hyde Park, African fashion was rescripted by the continent’s emerging and established…
- Topline Ferrari on Tuesday said tariffs imposed by the U.S. pose a potential risk to the luxury car maker’s profitability, becoming the latest company to warn about a hit to earnings or cut financial forecasts as many cite market uncertainty aggravated by President Donald Trump’s levies. Timeline…
- Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, recently announced the launch of a large-scale sugar refinery in Ghana that is set to more than double the country’s formally irrigated farmland through a single initiative. The Dangote Sugar Refinery, located in Kwame-Danso in Ghana’s Bono Region, will…
- Topline The Met Gala, an arts fundraiser more commonly known to fans as an extravagant, star-studded night for fashion, will honor fashion pioneered by Black men throughout history Monday night, with celebrities including A$AP Rocky and Colman Domingo set to host. Key Facts The Met Gala will take…
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) is creeping into every walk of life these days and the world of sport is no different, with data and the use of science behind the numbers becoming more prevalent. But that is not just at the elite level. Could AI help uncover the next superstars in South Africa’s…
- Topline The most valuable pure entertainment company in the world got a little less valuable Monday, as shares of California-based streaming giant Netflix fell following President Donald Trump’s announcement he’d slap a high penalty on films produced abroad. Key Facts Netflix stock fell 4% to $1,…
- The tiny Indian Ocean Island of Mauritius is known for its beautiful beaches, sandy shores and tropical charm… but not yet for its football prowess. Soccer remains hugely popular on the island, but with around 1.25-million people calling it home, it is the size of a modest city elsewhere on the…
- The modern workplace is built on principles of communication, fairness and trust–or so the promise goes. The reality is work has become a carousel of contradictions, spinning employees between the promise of work-life balance and an expectation of round-the-clock availability, the push for…
- In a world where there are 25 minutes of previews before every movie, here’s why studios pay millions to secure a spot in front of summer’s biggest blockbusters. Anyone going to see Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts* this weekend can expect to watch eight—perhaps even 10—movie trailers before the…
- As the head of one of the world’s biggest tech giants, celebrating its golden anniversary, CEO, Satya Nadella shares his vision on reinvention, AI, and why relevance trumps longevity. Read on for the facts changing our world now. At 50, Microsoft stands as one of tech’s most enduring success…
- Once a rare sight, gyms have muscled their way into every neighborhood, piling up like sweaty towels after a high-intensity workout. First thing in the morning, or at the end of a busy workday, they flex their presence with round-the-clock access, shiny equipment and talk of a total body makeover,…
- After a turbulent period involving economic and geopolitical headwinds, investors are gradually rediscovering the country as a promising destination. While challenges remain, fund managers from across the venture capital, private equity, and infrastructure spheres indicate that Nigeria is again…
- Slap fighting is a raw, visceral, little-known combat sport gaining momentum across South Africa. It’s not for the faint-hearted, underscoring the need for greater regulation, even as proponents are trying hard to formalize the sport. In the pantheon of African sports, where football reigns supreme…
- Topline Earnings for two of the U.S.’ handful of trillion-dollar companies came out Wednesday afternoon as Meta and Microsoft will update investors, kicking off a crucial week for on-edge big technology stocks as tariffs complicated investor appetite for artificial intelligence-driven growth. Key…
- The digital horizon for Africa can be bright, especially if the Continental Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy and the Africa Digital Compact are implemented. We are witnessing the rapid rise of technologies like Edge and Cloud AI that have the potential to reshape everything, from healthcare in…
- Topline President Donald Trump discussed his first 100 days in office in an interview with ABC News on Tuesday that at times became tense, where he defended his handling of the economy, high tariffs on China and his administration’s immigration crackdown. Key Facts Trump had several tense exchanges…
- Africa’s agricultural landscape, often vulnerable to the harsh elements and varied weather patterns, is seemingly evolving into a hub of innovation that reaches far beyond its traditional roots. It was not long ago that farmers on the continent had to rely on birds like the Red-billed Quelea and…
- The country’s efforts to protect the pangolin–trafficked for its high market value–are being watched closely, on the global stage. If successful, it could become a model for conservation in Africa, proving that even the most entrenched illegal trades can be dismantled. Mark Ofua vividly remembers…
- For too long, introverts have been boxed in, brushed aside and branded as the quiet ones in the corner. Their calm is mistaken for coldness, their pause for passivity and their preference for solitude as something that needs fixing. In a world that equates volume with value, the bold and the brash…
- Angeline (Angie) Murimirwa is a champion of girls’ education on the African continent—a cause the recently-honored CEO is deeply passionate about, having once been a girl almost “left behind”. “I am here in New York, Time100 list,” Angie Murimirwa says in a sit-down interview on Zoom with FORBES…
- Penresa had the immense honor to sit down with President Julius Maada Bio to discuss his administration’s achievements, tackling corruption, empowering women, and focusing on education, food security, and job creation for a sustainable future. “We’re creating a business climate where investors…
- Elon Musk is dialing down his DOGE role that triggered protests and vandalism at Tesla stores. But its EV business needs a hit product and none is on the horizon. And the company’s booming battery business, a Q1 bright spot, will suffer from Trump’s tariffs. This week, Tesla posted its worst…
- From bean to brew, COFFEE IN TANZANIA is starting to reveal the hidden world of plant communication. Picture a cofee bean and you’ll probably think back to the bag you picked up from the artisanal shop to grind at home. You’ll tell your friends or colleagues that these beans are a special blend…
- With the commodity maintaining its status as a safe-haven asset amid economic uncertainty, the stakes are high for African economies—especially those heavily reliant on commodities or with currencies pegged, informally, to the U.S. dollar. Gold prices rebounded on Thursday, recovering from a sharp…
- Topline Shein and Temu, major online retailers known for their wildly low prices, said they would raise prices for some products Friday after President Donald Trump imposed hefty tariffs on China, though it’s unclear which products will get more expensive, or by how much. Key Facts Shein and Temu…
- The next wave of Artificial Intelligence doesn’t wait for your prompts. It watches, decides, and acts on its own. Here’s breaking down the difference between today’s AI and tomorrow’s agentic systems- and what may go wrong when AI agents go rogue. Meet agentic AI–the autonomous evolution of…
- For Lesotho, every inch on the football pitch has been gained the hard way. Mokhosi Mohapi is overseeing a revolution, from the National teams to improvements in the domestic league, academy and women’s football, all on a relative shoestring budget. Lesotho is typical of several football nations in…
- A politician muddles policy details, a CEO fumbles the figures, and an athlete sparks outrage with a poorly-chosen remark. Unfortunate gaffes, you say? Not so fast. While many blunders appear accidental, there is a growing trend of so-called “gaffes” being deliberate stunts dressed up as mistakes.…
- The human body is comprised of approximately 37.2 trillion cells, and these cells are responsible for processing an astounding number of biological functions. Each of them contains DNA that governs not only basic functions but also responds to what you like, and what you don’t. They are essentially…
- Topline Google parent Alphabet reported first-quarter earnings Thursday afternoon, becoming the first of the trillion-dollar U.S. technology behemoths to report earnings from the first quarter, a period marred by elevated economic uncertainty that could weigh on the advertising-heavy Google. Key…
- We no longer stand on the threshold of an AI-powered future—we already live in it. Artificial Intelligence (AI) now influences everything, from the ads we see and the routes we drive to the diagnoses we receive and the public policies we navigate. As AI becomes more integrated into everyday life,…
- Topline Chinese officials on Thursday dismissed talks of any progress in trade negotiations with the U.S. and reiterated their stance that Washington must drop all unilateral tariffs against Beijing, two days after President Donald Trump appeared to soften his stance on levies against China and…
- Stitch is one of the latest startups to secure backing from major international firms as global investor appetite for African fintechs continues to rise. South Africa-based company, Stitch announced a $55 million Series B funding round, which will enable it to deepen and expand its in-person…
- Twenty-one countries around the world will host F1 RACES in 2025. The African continent is vying to be a part of it too in the near future-for the prestige and profits down the road. The sound of roaring supercars is hardly unfamiliar in Africa’s emerging urban landscapes; yet, the distinctive…
- Topline Meta’s oversight board criticized the company’s updated hateful conduct policies, which included a provision allowing users to describe LGBTQ people as mentally ill, among other controversial updates, urging the company to assess the “human rights impact” of the policy on LGBTQ people,…
- The township economy in South Africa contributes almost 6% to the country’s GDP. At the epicenter of this growth are the innovation hubs, breaking the barriers for aspiring entrepreneurs and creating a new wave of economic transformation in historically underserved communities. Located just 30km…
- With a number of notable (and sizeable) solar projects on the continent, could this renewable power source be the solution to economic development, job creation and more? In a continent where more than half the population—some 600 million people—live without electricity, it seems painfully ironic…
- If you don’t hold the trump cards in life, you end up with a mushy future. A future you have no control over. A despicable way of living. The world is agog with all the terrible things people are saying and doing. Old loyalties are torn apart, protectionism is exacerbated, and truth has become a […]
- Emergency funds and reforms aim to stabilize Mali’s economy after the worst flooding in decades deepens humanitarian crisis. Following extreme flooding in the second half of 2024 that overwhelmed infrastructure, crippled agricultural output and deepened an already precarious humanitarian crisis,…
- Topline Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday said he is open to direct bilateral talks with Ukraine for the first time in three years, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pushed for a moratorium on strikes against civilian targets, just days after Washington expressed displeasure…
- Gento Group, a leading local company, is driving infrastructure projects like the Banana Island Port to unlock the country’s untapped potential in trade, minerals, and tourism.
- From a humble local baker to factory owner, Amadu Juldeh Sowe is transforming Sierra Leone and the West African sub-region’s key consumables production industry. “Our goal is to transition Sierra Leone from a net importer of flour to a net exporter.” Amadu Juldeh Sowe, Managing Director of BSB…
