Nigeria: Govt Launches Ultramodern Fashion Hub in Borno, Targets 48,000 Jobs
[This Day] The federal government yesterday, launched one of Nigeria’s largest ultramodern fashion manufacturing hubs in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital with a target of generating over 48,000 jobs through the facility in the state.
Africa: The Role of Ad Servers in Showcasing African Art and Culture Online
[InfoWire] Africa’s rich art and cultural heritage is a treasure trove of stories, traditions, and innovation. From the intricate beadwork of the Maasai to the soulful rhythms of Afrobeat, the continent is alive with creativity. But in a world increasi…
Zimbabwe: Ai Threatens Linguistic Diversity
[The Herald] Cultural diversity and biodiversity are often discussed in parallel, and for good reason.
Africa: Mobile Sweep Coin Casinos: Play Anytime, Anywhere
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Nigeria: N11.5bn Realised in 2024 From Ticket Sales Across Cinemas in Nigeria – Cean
[Vanguard] The Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN), says the Nigerian film industry experienced a significant surge with the Box Office recording an impressive 60 per cent increase in 2024.
Nigeria: Hollywood Actor – I’m Still Struggling Financially After Two-Decade Career
[Daily Trust] Djimon Hounsou, popular Beninese-American actor, has revealed that despite a career spanning over two decades, he is still grappling with financial challenges and underpayment in Hollywood.
Zimbabwe: Traders Happy With Brisk Festive Season Business
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Rwanda: New Year Festivities and the State of the Nation
[New Times] The festive season is over. The celebrations have ended, but hopefully not the goodwill, generosity and optimism. Counting the costs has begun. So too is reflection. It is always thus.
West Africa: Nigeria’s Cinemas Recorded 60 Per Cent Growth, Generated N11.5 Billion in 2024 – Exhibitors
[Premium Times] “Everybody Loves Jennifa” made N1.124 billion, “Queen Lateefah” made N365.5 million, “Ajosepo” made N257.3 million, “Ajakaju” made N252.8 million, and “Alakada Bad &Boujee” raked in N229.1 million”.
Nigeria: 2025 – Our Hope Must Be Renewed
[Daily Trust] Today, Nigerians join the rest of the world in welcoming a new year–2025–after bidding farewell to 2024, a year most Nigerians regard as one of the most difficult and challenging in recent memory. For many, 2024 was a year best forgotten.