Why Launch Africa returned $2.5 million to investors after 11 exits
The Mauritius-domiciled, pan-African early-stage fund said it has returned roughly 7% of paid-in capital on the $36 million vehicle.
The FIFA 2026 World Cup and its complicity in a changing global World Order
Once a symbol of global unity, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has transformed into an awkward echo of Cold War politics. Driven by America’s unilateralism, Western neo-colonial narrative control, and hyper-corporatisation, the "beautiful game" is fractured by entry bans, travel restrictions, and systemic r
South Africa: 'What We Fought for in 1976 Is At Risk of Vanishing' - Khusta Jack
[Daily Maverick] The veteran student activist warns that those in power today are steadily dismantling the achievements of the liberation struggle.
Ghana International Bank announces Ian Greenstreet as its new Chief Executive Officer
Ghana International Bank has named veteran financial services executive Ian Greenstreet as its new Chief Executive Officer, subject to regulatory approval, as the London-based institution seeks to strengthen its role in connecting Ghana's economy with international capital and trade flows.
South Africa: Petrol May Be Getting Cheaper Next Month but Will Your Taxi Fare Follow?
[Scrolla] A peace deal between the US and Iran sent global oil prices crashing more than 4% on Monday, pushing South Africa toward a fuel price cut next month. Petrol is tracking a drop of more than R2 a litre in July, saving a taxi owner roughly R128 on a 50-litre fill, but fare cuts are not guar
We don’t know exact cause of my father’s death – Rabe Abubakar’s son
The retired general was abducted alongside his wife by suspected bandits on 30 May, along the Matazu-Katsina Road. The post We don’t know exact cause of my father’s death – Rabe Abubakar’s son appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Gambia: Gambia, Senegal Seal Landmark Cooperation Agreements
[The Point] The Gambia and Senegal have signed a series of landmark cooperation agreements covering energy, border management, the digital economy, youth development, technology, culture and tourism, as well as higher education, research, science and technology.
Somalia: Somali Elite Forces Kill 14 Al-Shabaab Fighters in Southern Operation
[Shabelle] Mogadishu -- Somalia's elite Danab special forces killed 14 Al-Shabaab fighters during a targeted operation in the southern Lower Shabelle region, the government said on Monday.
Suspected ISWAP collaborator arrested in IDP camp
The suspected ISWAP/Boko Haram collaborator was accused of attempting to lure members of the Hybrid Forces into a terrorist trap in Gwoza, Borno State. The post Suspected ISWAP collaborator arrested in IDP camp appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Troops launch Katsina offensive after death of former military spokesman in captivity
Nigerian Army troops have launched a major offensive operation in parts of Katsina State, following the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former Director of Defence Information The post Troops launch Katsina offensive after death of former military spokesman in captivity appeared first