China’s Bold Move: Zero Tariffs for Africa—Except One Nation
Beijing announces sweeping trade initiative to strengthen continental partnerships and counter Western trade wars Chinese President Xi Jinping announced that China will eliminate trade tariffs on imports from all African countries beginning May 1, 2026, marking a significant expansion of Beijing’s preferential trade framework. The announcement came during the annual African Union summit in Ethiopia... Read More
Zimbabwe Cabinet Approves Plan to Extend Mnangagwa’s Rule Until 2030
Draft legislation would scrap direct presidential elections and extend terms from five to seven years Zimbabwe’s cabinet has approved sweeping constitutional amendments that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa, 83, to remain in power until at least 2030. The draft legislation, presented to cabinet on Tuesday, would extend presidential terms from five years to seven and... Read More
Nigeria’s Escalating Security Crisis: Can State Police Be the Answer?
Nigeria faces an unprecedented crisis of violence that continues to spiral despite years of military operations and national police efforts. With armed bandits conducting mass kidnappings, militants threatening villages, and terrorist groups expanding southward, the federal government is now considering a drastic measure: introducing state police across all 36 states. The proposal signals how desperate... Read More
The Burna Boy Catalogue Rift: A Multi-Million Dollar Legal Battle Over Music Ownership
Grammy-winning Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy is caught in a major legal storm over ownership of his early music catalogue, as one of the music industry’s most significant intellectual property disputes unfolds in Nigerian courts. What was intended as a victory—securing full control of his early masterworks—has instead become a complex legal nightmare threatening to strip... Read More
Niger Attack Highlights Islamic State Expansion
An Islamic State attack on Niamey’s airport marks a dangerous escalation in militant activity, with fighters potentially deployed from the Lake Chad basin to support operations in Niger’s capital. The Islamic State Sahel Province (ISSP) claimed responsibility for the attack, but evidence suggests Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters may have participated, indicating increased... Read More
Peter Obi Leads Protests for Electoral Reform in Nigeria
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi led thousands of protesters to Nigeria’s National Assembly demanding real-time transmission of election results, reigniting debates about electoral integrity in Africa’s most populous nation. The protest comes as Nigeria prepares for future elections amid ongoing concerns about transparency in the electoral process. Obi, who contested the 2023 presidential election on... Read More
Bitcoin Continues Sharp Decline, Losing All Post-Trump Election Increases
The leading digital currency has plummeted more than 7% on Thursday, falling beneath the $71,000 threshold and continuing a sharp downturn that started in mid-January. Since January 2026 began, Bitcoin’s worth has dropped approximately 20%. As of early Thursday morning GMT, the cryptocurrency was valued around $70,900. This represents a complete reversal of the increases... Read More
African Students Develop Phone-Based Learning System to Bridge Global Education Gap
In many parts of the world, limited internet access and low smartphone penetration continue to restrict access to education. To help bridge this digital divide, Texas Christian University students Happy Niyorurema and Mame Niang have developed an innovative system that delivers educational content through ordinary phone calls, eliminating the need for smartphones or internet connectivity.... Read More
Court Jails Ex-NEXIM Boss Robert Orya for 10 Years Over ₦2.4bn Fraud
Justice Frances Messiri of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, has convicted and sentenced former Managing Director of the Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), Robert Orya, to ten years’ imprisonment for fraud involving approximately ₦2.4 billion. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) secured the conviction after prosecuting Orya on a 49-count charge... Read More
Ademola Lookman to leave Atalanta, joins Atlético Madrid
The Nigerian superstar and reigning African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman, has accepted an offer to join Atlético Madrid, turning down a lucrative salary proposal from Turkish Super Lig giants Fenerbahçe. The move brings an end to a difficult 18-month period for the 28-year-old forward, who had been eager to secure a transfer away... Read More