South Africa: Mpumalanga Leads Provincial Growth in Online Gambling Revenue
[InfoWire] Online gambling has rapidly expanded across South Africa, becoming a visible and pervasive presence in everyday life. From mobile apps to social media adverts, digital betting is now impossible to ignore. While nationwide digital adoption …
Rwanda: With Pending Appeal Hearing, What If Turahirwa Is Found Guilty Again?
[New Times] Renowned fashion designer Moses Turahirwa, the founder of Moshions, is once again facing legal troubles linked to drug abuse charges.
Nigeria: How Nigeria’s Resort Sector Can Thrive Without Sacrificing Culture, Ecology – Sharafa Balogun
[Premium Times] Across Nigeria, many tourism landmarks have struggled with a common dilemma: modernising without erasing a place’s natural and cultural identity.
South Africa: Sport and Culture Committee Chairperson Celebrates the 100th Anniversary of Afrikaans Language
[Parliament of South Africa] The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr Joe McGluwa, has noted with appreciation the 100th anniversary of the Afrikaans language.
Africa: Tyla, Burna Boy, and More Nominated for ‘BET Awards’ 2025
[BET Africa] Today, BET officially unveiled the highly anticipated nominees for the ”BET Awards” 2025, spotlighting a diverse slate of artists from around the globe. Leading the charge from Africa are powerhouse talents Tyla, Uncle Waffles, Maglera D…
Nigeria: It’s Not Just Textiles, It’s About Opening Doors – Hafsat Sani Sami
[Daily Trust] Hafsat Sani Sami is a digital textile designer originally from Kebbi State, born and raised in Kaduna. Hafsat studied Business Management at Coventry University and Interior Architecture & Design at the Academy of Art in San Fran…
Africa: Giants of Africa Festival to Return in Kigali On July 26
[New Times] The Giants of Africa Festival is set to return to Kigali from July 26-August 2, bringing together 320 young athletes from 20 African nations, and more than 20,000 spectators for a week of community, culture, basketball, education and entert…
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Fashion Week 2025 Set for October
[263Chat] The Zimbabwe Fashion Week Trust has announced that the 2025 edition of Zimbabwe Fashion Week (ZFW) will take place from 8 – 12 October 2025, with the Hyatt Regency Harare, The Meikles unveiled as the official venue partners.
Africa: Afreximbank Launches 1 Billion USD Africa Film Fund to Transform Continent’s Creative Industry
[ENA] Addis Ababa, — The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximban), has launched a 1 billion USD Africa Film Fund to revolutionizing Global Africa’s film and creative economy.
Nigeria: I’m Broke, Yet Accused of Money Laundering – VDM Breaks Silence After EFCC Release
[Vanguard] Popular social activist Martins Otse, widely known as Verydarkman, has spoken out following his release from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).